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

This license is for a location, place, area, structure, or business, or part thereof, which provides consumers access to tanning equipment. Tanning Facility includes, but is not limited to, tanning salons, health clubs, apartments or condominiums, regardless of whether a fee is charged for access to the tanning equipment. If you have questions, contact DSI at 651-266-8989 or email the DSI Message Center.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 380 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about tanning facilities.

Application Requirements

  • You must submit the following:
  • DSI Class R License Application
  • The following information:
    • Description of the portion of the building to be used as a tanning facility
    • Type of business the tanning facility is operating in conjunction with (if applicable)
    • List of tanning equipment (manufacturer's name, model number, type: booth, bed, canopy, etc., year manufactured, number in establishment)
  • Required Fees

Inspections

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

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees. 

Expiration/Renewal

A Tanning Facility License expires one year from the date of issuance and may be renewed annually.

Last Edited: September 17, 2025