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

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

Animal boarding means and includes every place kept or maintained for the care and socializing of live dogs or cats for any amount of time by a person other than the owner of the live animal. An animal boarding facility may also offer animal daycare. Animal boarding does not include facilities that provide breeding of animals, selling of animals, or facilities whose primary source of revenue is licensed veterinarian services pursuant to Chapter 348. If you have questions, contact DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.

Code Requirements

See chapter 348 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about animal boarding.

Application Requirements

Apply online at PAULIE*

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
    • Business Purchase Agreement (Only for Change of Ownership applications)
    • Property Lease Agreement, Purchase Agreement, or Proof of Ownership
    • A description of the type of services offered including but not limited to animal daycare, animal boarding, pet grooming, and obedience training.
    • Applications for a location that previously had an Animal Boarding license are exempt from the following requirement:
      • A consent petition of support in writing with the signatures of as many of the owners or private residences, dwellings, and apartments houses located one hundred fifty (150ft) of such premises. The distance shall be calculated as the distance measured in a straight line from the nearest point of the property line of the building where the license is sought, to the nearest point of the residentially occupied property line.
    • Site/Floor Plan
  • Fillable PDFs for your online application submission:

*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.

Expiration & Renewal

An Animal Boarding License will expire one year from the date of issuance and may be renewed annually.

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees. 

Last Edited: September 18, 2025