No person, firm or corporation shall operate a rental dwelling in the city without first having obtained a license. Rental properties that are one to fifteen units receive a two year license valid October 1st through September of the expiring year. Please make sure if you sell your property that you notify the city within 30 days of closing.

 

If you do not have a rental license, contact the Brooklyn Park's Licensing Department to request an application (763-493-8182). The application must be completed and returned with your fee. Your application will be processed and a license will be mailed to you. The license must be posted in a conspicuous location at the rental property. 

 

Prior to license renewal you will receive a letter with a date for an inspection. The inspection takes can take thirty minutes to two hours to complete. The city inspector will go through your unit with you and help you comply with the requirements of the International Property Maintenance Code and all other health, safety and housing laws. Click here to see a sample copy of an inspection form.

 

You will be sent a renewal notice prior to the expiration of your license. Return the form with any updates and the license fee. Please make sure you contact the Housing Inspections Department (763-493-8084) upon change of personal information, such as new address or new phone number.

 

If you hold a one-year rental property license you are entitled to the “Investment Owners Guide to Successful Rental Property Management” (available on-line or at City Hall) and you are eligible for discounts on training through Minnesota Multi Housing Association.

 

License Fees for 2006-2007 are outlined in section 117.45  of the appendix of the City Code

 

Annual License:

Apartments (16 units & over)     $18.00 per unit per year

 

 

One-year license Fee:

Single-family attached	$150
Double (one-side)	$150
Double (two-side)	$150 per side
Condominium	$150
Townhome	$150
Apartments (1 - 3 units)	$330
Small apartments (4-15 units)	$330