Overview

This license is for a private home which is used for offering massage for a fee or other valuable consideration. If you have questions, Contact Barb McMonigal-St. Dennis at 651-266-9137, or email the DSI Message Center.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 412 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about Massage Centers.

Chapter 412, Sec. 412.06. - Construction and maintenance requirements further describes Massage Center requirements.

Application Requirements

Apply online at PAULIE*

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
      • Sole proprietors operating under their legal name may upload a signed statement if not required to register with the MN Secretary of State.
    • Property Lease / rental agreement or proof of ownership
    • A detailed description of services to be provided
    • A list of employees (Massage Practitioner License)
    • Site/Floor Plan
      • A Scale Drawing and a Finish Schedule for the massage room and restrooms shall be submitted with a license application to DSI.
        • A Scale Drawing of the proposed massage space is needed, along with the nearest Restroom locations, and hand wash sink, if located within the massage office suite.
        • A Finish Schedule is also required (Proposed surfaces for floor, wall, lighting, shelving, lighting, distance to restroom, hand wash sink, janitor sink, etc..).
    • Environment Health Management Plan
      • These include Massage Modality types, Massage Equipment, Sanitizing Solutions for a Massage Table, and Massage Linens. Additional information may be requested after initial application.
  • Fillable PDFs for your online application:

*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

Your application will be administratively reviewed by DSI Licensing, Zoning, and Fire Inspection staff. This review may include on-site inspections(s) to verify compliance with applicable regulations. You will be informed of any required inspections including the name and telephone number of the inspector after the submission of a completed license application. The location must be in compliance with all applicable regulations and/or license conditions before any license may be issued.

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees. 

Expiration/Renewal

A Massage Center (Home Location) License expires one year from the date of issue and may be renewed annually.