When is a House Sewer Contractor License required?

A House Sewer Contractor License is required for all who are engaged in the business of building or repairing that portion of the house or building sewer extending from the property line to the main sewer or other outlet in the City of Saint Paul. All applicants are required to have a current Public Works Certified House Sewer Worker listed on their application. Please contact Saint Paul Public Works directly at 651-266-6253 to obtain this certification prior to making application or review this handout for more information.

Code Requirements: See Chapter 338 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about house sewer contractors.

Apply for a House Sewer Contractor License

PLEASE NOTE: Before submitting an application to DSI, an appointment should be made to meet with Saint Paul Public Works for approval.

Your license application will need the following required document(s):

  • Completed DSI House Sewer Contractor License Application (Class R)
  • A completed and notarized $10,000.00 License and Permit Bond from a licensed State of Minnesota Agency
  • Certificate of Insurance: Public Liability coverage in the amount of $250,000 per person and $500,000 per accident; $150,000 to a maximum of $200,000 property damage.
    • The City of Saint Paul must be named as an additional insured, and there must be a 30-day notice of cancelation.
    • Our department must be listed as a certificate holder as follows: City of Saint Paul, DSI, 375 Jackson Street, Suite 220, Saint Paul MN 55101
  • Proof of Worker's Compensation Form
  • Required fee (check or cash)

Fees: See Fee Table for current License fees.

Expiration/Renewal: A House Sewer Contractor License may be renewed annually.  However, the expiration date of your license will be determined by the earliest expiration date of the bond and/or insurance you submit with your applications.

If you have questions, contact DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.