Introcusing 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

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

General Information

A temporary sign is a sign, flag, banner, pennant or valance constructed of cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, wallboard or other light materials, with or without frames, which is not permanently secured. A portable sign shall not be deemed to be a temporary sign.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 64 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about temporary signs and banners.

Application Requirements

You must submit the following:

  • A completed Temporary Banner / Sign Request Application
  • Drawing of proposed sign/banner
  • A basic site plan showing where the sign will be placed on the property.

Submit the application and required supporting documents via PAULIE

OR

In person:
Department of Safety & Inspections - Zoning Section
375 Jackson Street, Suite 220
Saint Paul, MN 55101

Additional Information

Temporary Sign Permit Fees & Inspections

Inspections are made to assure compliance with the temporary sign regulations, including verification of its removal after the expiration date.

Fees

Temporary Sign Permit Application     $85.00
 

*Effective April 3, 2021, a 2.49% service fee will be charged for all credit or debit card transactions and will appear as a separate transaction on your card statement. This fee is charged by the service provider the Department of Safety and Inspections uses to handle credit card transactions. The City will not receive any of the convenience fees.

Expiration/Renewal

A temporary sign or banner is allowed for up to three nonconsecutive times per calendar year, each not to exceed 30 days; or once a year not to exceed 90 days, except that such signs may remain in place during the time of the construction of a building, during the time a building is offered for sale, rent or lease, until the closing date of sale, or as otherwise regulated in the Zoning Code.

Last Edited: September 17, 2025