St. Louis Park, MN

St. Louis Park requires two permits for most driveway work: a Building/Driveway Permit for the driveway surface itself (concrete, asphalt, or pavers), and a separate Public Right-of-Way (ROW) Permit for any work within the street right-of-way, including curb cuts and aprons. Any work — above or below ground — performed in St. Louis Park within the street right-of-way requires a permit, including irrigation and driveways. The right-of-way is located within the street section and typically extends 10 to 15 feet behind the curb. All driveways and parking areas must be constructed of bituminous asphalt, concrete, or pavers; surfacing must be approved by the City Engineer and maintained in good repair. No vehicles may be parked or stored in front-yard setback areas or on the public right-of-way (the area just behind the curb).

For a concrete driveway installation, budget approximately $54 to $216 for permit fees and expect 1 to 2 weeks for approval. Specific current fees should be verified through the city's ePermits portal or by calling Building & Energy at 952-924-2588. There's an important payment-method note for 2026: the City of St. Louis Park has implemented a transaction fee of up to 3% on all credit and debit card payments for city services. Pay by check or ACH to avoid this surcharge.

Applications go through ePermits, which is also where you pay fees and search property permit history — apply online at epermits.logis.org/home.aspx?city=sl. Additional submission options include in person at City Hall (5005 Minnetonka Boulevard, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), email to inspections@stlouisparkmn.gov (include your name and phone number for payment contact), fax to 952-924-2663 (the fax line is secured; you may include credit-card information on the cover sheet), or mail to City of St. Louis Park Building and Energy Department, 5005 Minnetonka Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416, with a check or phone number for credit-card contact.

To confirm exact width limits, setback distances, and curb-cut dimensions for your zoning district, contact the Planning & Zoning Department at 952-924-2575. For permits like a fence, parking lot, driveway, shed, or sign permit, the central permits page is the right starting point.

Key contacts: Building & Energy Department (permits and inspections) at City Hall, 2nd Floor, 5005 Minnetonka Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416, phone 952-924-2588, fax 952-924-2663, email inspections@stlouisparkmn.gov, hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. After-hours non-emergency police is 952-924-2618. The Engineering Department (right-of-way and curb-cut permits) is reached through Sarah Schweiger, Engineering Services Manager, at sschweiger@stlouisparkmn.gov or 952-924-2687, with the ROW permit page at stlouisparkmn.gov/government/departments-divisions/engineering/engineering-permits/public-right-of-way-permit. Planning & Zoning is at 952-924-2575. Working without a required permit can void warranties and create problems when selling your home — your contractor typically handles the permit application, but always verify that's included in your quote. You can research a property's permit history using ePermits — click on the search tab and enter the property address, permit number, or contractor name.