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 Driver Application in PAULIE    Submit Your Vehicle Application in PAULIE    Submit Your Business Application in PAULIE

Overview

There are three Pedal Car Licenses. Use the license definitions below to help you decide which license you will need. 

Definitions 

Pedal Car: a non-motorized, human-powered vehicle similar to a bicycle, which transports passengers on seats attached to the bicycle and can be propelled by five or more passengers.

Pedal Car Business: the business of operating a commercial pedal car; license required for business and each pedal car vehicle it operates within Saint Paul.

Pedal Car Driver: any person who is responsible for steering a commercial pedal car; individual license required, see Taxicab/Pedicab/Pedal Car Driver license webpage for more information and an application. 

If you have questions, request a DSI Licensing representative at (651) 266-8989 or email the DSI Message Center (DSI-InformationAndComplaints@ci.stpaul.mn.us).

Code Requirements

Search Chapter 374 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for applicable ordinance regulating the licensing of “Commercial Pedal Cars.”

Application Requirements

Apply online at PAULIE*

Pedal Car Business and Pedal Car Vehicle License

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
    • Certificate of Insurance with general liability insurance in the minimum amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) and the City of Saint Paul named as a certificate holder to receive the maximum advance notice of cancellation.
    • Route plan(s) inclusive of the launch site, all public streets traveled and off-hours vehicle parking location(s);
    • Pedal Car Inspection Report for each licensed vehicle (Request Licensing at 651-266-8989 to arrange inspection);
  • Fillable PDFs for your online application:

Pedal Car Driver License

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Valid state driver’s license
      • Drivers licensed in a state other than Minnesota within three (3) years preceding application must also provide an official copy their driving record for the last three (3) years from each state in which they were licensed.
  • Fillable PDFs for your online application:

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees.

Expiration/Renewal

Commercial Pedal Car Business and Commercial Pedal Car Vehicle licenses will expire one year from the date of issuance and may be renewed annually.

Last Edited: September 22, 2025