Introducing PAULIE: The City's New Permitting and Licensing Platform

The City of Saint Paul is now using PAULIE. This new platform reimagines how we handle permits, licenses, inspections, and enforcement. You can now apply, track application status, and communicate with City staff in one centralized, secure, and mobile-friendly platform.​

To get started, click the "Get Ready" button below. This will take you to our dedicated PAULIE webpage, providing important information about what to expect in the new platform.​

Get Ready to Apply in PAULIE

You can apply for the following permits:

  • Commercial Oil New or Replace
  • Commercial Oil Repair or Alter
  • Residential Contractor New or Replace
  • Residential Contractor Repair or Alter
  • Residential Homeowner New or Replace
  • Residential Homeowner Repair or Alter

When you're ready to apply:​

  • Open the application link. This will bring you to the application listing in PAULIE. If you're not already logged in, you'll first need to log in or register for a free account. ​
  • Register for a free account. This will allow you to track all licensing, permitting, and inspection needs in one place.​
  • Follow application instructions. PAULIE will guide you through the application process step-by-step. You can save and continue your application at any time.

Submit Your Application in PAULIE

Overview

A gas burner is defined as any natural gas fired heating device (e.g., furnace, boiler, space heater, or unit heater - LP gas for temporary heaters - etc). An oil burner is defined as any oil-fired heating device (e.g., furnace, boiler, space heater, or unit heater, etc). If you have questions, contact the Mechanical Inspection Department at 651-266-9004 (7:30 am to 9:00 am, Monday - Friday), or email the DSI Message Center.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 33.04 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about gas burner / oil burner work.

Expiration & Renewal

Each permit issued shall expire if the work authorized by the permit is not commenced within 180 days from the date issued, or if the work is suspended or abandoned at any time after the work has begun for a period of 180 days. In addition, exterior work done on a one or two-family dwelling (including garages) must be completed within one year from the date issued. Interior and exterior work done on commercial properties (including hotels and apartment buildings) where the permit valuation is under $500,000 must be completed within one year from the date issued. See Chapter 33.04 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code.

Gas Burner Board Meeting

Date: Thursday, March 09, 2023
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
Location: DSI Office

Last Edited: September 17, 2025