Fees
| Type of Device | Fee |
| Permit Fee | .015 x job valuation |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $151 |
| State Surcharge - job valuation of $1 to $1,000 | $0.50 |
| State Surcharge - job valuation of $1,001 and higher | .0005 x job valuation |
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| Type of Device | Fee |
| Permit Fee | .015 x job valuation |
| Minimum Permit Fee | $151 |
| State Surcharge - job valuation of $1 to $1,000 | $0.50 |
| State Surcharge - job valuation of $1,001 and higher | .0005 x job valuation |
Last Edited: September 22, 2025
Ricardo X. Cervantes
DSI Director
375 Jackson Street Suite 220
Saint Paul, MN 55101
General Information
Phone: 651-266-8989
Fax: 651-266-9124
Hours
7:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Customer Lobby Hours
8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday
In person service is limited at this time due to the potential spread of COVID-19. Please see DSI Response to COVID to learn how to access all of our services.