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Overview

Businesses that charge the public for use of their amusement rides must have an Amusement Ride License. If you have questions, contact DSI at (651) 266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.
 
 

Application Requirements

Apply online at PAULIE*

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
    • Consent of City Parks & Recreation Department (If Applicable)
    • Certificate of Insurance
      • $1,500,000 public liability coverage for injuries or damages to persons or property
      • Must have the City of Saint Paul named as an additional insured and a 10-day notice of cancellation
    • Proof of electrical permit
    • Site/Floor Plan
  • Fillable PDFs for your online application:
  • Annual Licenses must submit the following additional requirements:
    • Business Purchase Agreement (Only for Change of Ownership applications)
    • Property Lease Agreement, Purchase Agreement, or Proof of Ownership

*If you would like to complete your application on paper, please request a paper application by calling 651-266-8989, emailing dsi-informationandcomplaints@ci.stpaul.mn.us or stopping into our office at 375 Jackson Street.

Inspections

This license requires approvals from Electrical Inspections (Ph: (651) 266-9003) and Licensing (Ph: (651) 266-8989).
 

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees

Expiration/Renewal

An Annual Amusement Ride License expires with the insurance expiration date and may be renewed. A Temporary Amusement Ride License is valid only for the date(s) of the specific event.