Permits and Licensing

**The City of Elk River no longer requires pet licensing.**

Administrative Permits - Contact: 763.635.1000
Burn Permit
Peddler, Solicitor, Transient Merchant
Fireworks
Special Event
Kennel - private or commercial
THC
Massage Therapist
Tobacco
Mobile Food Units

Building Permits - Contact: 763.635.1060

* Some permits may require additional information submitted. Visit the Building Department for more details.
Addition
Plumbing
Basement
Pool
Building - CommercialRental License - Contact Fire Department: 763.635.1075
Building - Residential
Reroof
Deck/Porch
Residing
Demolition
Septic
Excavation/Filling
Sewer and Water
Fire Alarm
Sign - Permanent
Fire Sprinkler
Sign - Temporary
Fireplace
Street Disruption
Outbuilding / Accessory Structure
Window / Door
Mechanical

Environmental Permits - Contact: 763.635.1000
Floodplain
Wetland Conservation Act
Shoreland

Parks and Recreation Permits - Contact: 763.635.1150
Outdoor Facility Use Application
Shelter Reservation
Planning Permits - Contact 763.635.1035
Click here to access our online portal where you can submit applications, pay fees, and track the real-time status of your application through the entire process.
Police Department Permits - Contact: 763.635.1260
Landowner’s Permission Slip - to hunt
Police Reserve Application
Permit to Purchase - handgun