Underground Storage Tank (UST) Removal
- Step 1 - Review and Prepare
- Step 2 - Create an Account
- Step 3 - Apply
- Step 4 - Review and Payment
- Step 5 - Schedule an Inspection
Review and Prepare
Please review the information packets pertaining to your project below:
The following information needs to be available for entry and upload during the online application process.
- Tank Sizes
- Product Stored in Each Tank(s)
- Age of Tank(s) Being Removed
- Description of Vapor Removal Method
- Name of Environmental Company for Soil Testing
- Tank Disposal Site
- Sludge/Product Disposal Site
- Contaminated Soil Disposal Site
The following documents need to be available for upload during the online application process. Please note, all documents need to be in a PDF format.
- Sketch Showing Tank Location(s)
- Individual and Company Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MNPCA) Certification
- MNPCA Notification Documentation
Permit fees are payable online during the application process, please have payment information ready.
Fee Schedule (PDF)
Create an Account
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Are you a new user?
Create an AccountPlease Note:
Contractors applying for a permit on behalf of a homeowner must setup a User Account and then a Pro Account.
Homeowners doing your own work may setup a User account only.New users to the system need to create an account. Please select create an account.Creating a New User in iMS and iMS Tips
Having trouble creating an account? Detail instructions are available:Already have an account?
Create a PRO Account
A PRO account is for contractors that require any city or state license or registration.
Please note, Architects are able to apply for a permit for new commercial buildings without being a PRO account.Creating a Pro Account in iMS
Having trouble creating a PRO account? Detail instructions are available:
Online Application
Once you have gathered or emailed the necessary documents, you are ready to begin the online application process.
Please note the following:
- Once the application is started, the system will not allow you to go back to a previous page, you must continue through the entire application.
- Once you have completed and uploaded all required documents, a review page allows you to go back and edit any part of the application.
- Any question or upload with a red asterisk (*) is required.
Review and Payment
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- Review time is up to 15 business days. Please note, during the busy construction months and with the online software launch, delays may occur.
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Permit fees are payable online during the application process, please have payment information ready.Fee Schedule (PDF)
- After permit has been reviewed and approved, an email will be sent indicating plans and permits can be picked up at city hall.
Schedule an Inspection
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When scheduling inspections, please plan at least three to four business days ahead.
Please note, during the busy construction months longer delays may occur.-
Information needed before calling to schedule an inspection:
- Permit number.
- Address for the job site.
- Inspection type.
- If you are the homeowner, need the name of contractor doing the work.
- Call Fire Inspections at 763-785-6187 to schedule.
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