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

A Pet Shop is defined as a business kept or maintained for the care, exhibition for sale, sale, or purchase of live dogs, cats, rabbits, other small animals, any birds, reptiles, or fish. It does not include veterinary hospitals, or persons or places selling only frogs, fish, worms, or reptiles for use as live bait for fishing. This license includes pet grooming.

For more information, contact Licensing 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
    • Business Purchase Agreement (Only for Change of Ownership applications)
    • Property Lease / rental agreement or proof of ownership
    • Site/Floor Plan
  • 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.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 347 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about pet shops.

Expiration & Renewal

A Pet Shop License will expire one year from date of issuance and may be renewed annually.

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees

Inspections

This license requires inspection approvals from Saint Paul Fire Department (Phone: 651-266-8989), Environmental Health (Phone: 651-266-8989) and Zoning (Phone: 651-266-9008).

Last Edited: September 22, 2025