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 any motor-driven vehicle for the transportation for hire of passengers, which is equipped with a taximeter and a distinctive color scheme.  If you have questions, contact DSI at 651-266-8989, or email the DSI Message Center.

Code Requirements

See Chapter 376 of the Saint Paul Legislative Code for information about taxicabs.

Application Requirements

Apply online at PAULIE*

  • Information needed for your online application:
    • Proof of current Secretary of State registration and Assumed Name Filing
    • Certificate of Mechanical Compliance from City of Saint Paul Equipment Services (651-645-0648)
    • General Liability Insurance Certificate
      • Must include vehicle owner's/affiliate's name, taxicab service company's name/OBA, vehicle information (make, model, VIN, year and four-digit taxi number), appropriate coverage (Automobile Liability $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury or accidental death and $100,000 property damage), the City named a certificate holder (City of St. Paul DSI, 375 Jackson St, S. Paul, MN 55101, Fax 651-266-9124), and a clause stating "the insurance company will notify the certificate holder immediately in writing that a vehicle is being deleted from the policy;"
    • Vehicle Lease, Vehicle Title, Bill of Sale or Leasehold
    • Taxicab Trade Dress
    • Taxicab Service Company Affiliate letter
  • 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

This license requires inspection approval from Licensing [Phone: 651-266-8989].

Fees

See Fee Table for current License fees.

Expiration & Renewal

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