The St. Louis Park Building and Energy Department administers state and city codes through a variety of programs and policies to help ensure safe, well maintained and energy efficient buildings through its three divisions – property maintenance and licensing, construction codes and sustainability.

The department is responsible for:

  • Issuing permits for construction.
  • Inspecting new construction and remodeling projects for compliance with building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical system standards in Minnesota State Building Code.
  • Inspecting homes and commercial buildings prior to sale to ensure quality of properties in the city.
  • Licensing dogs, tobacco sales and mechanical contractors.
  • Enforcing sections of the St. Louis Park City Code related to nuisances and zoning.
  • Inspecting multifamily rental units and one- and two-family non-owner-occupied units.
  • Providing sustainability programs and resources to help meet the city's environmental stewardship goals

Permits and licenses

Property ownership

Information for renters

If you have issues or concerns with your rented home or multifamily building, contact the building and energy service counter at 952.924.2588 during regular city hall business hours, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Emergency, after-hour issues can be reported by calling the police department non-emergency phone number, 952.924.2618.