Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15 § 15.182
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND HEATING LICENSE FEES (Bloomington Buildings and Structures Code)
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The license fees as provided for in the chapters pertaining to electrical, plumbing and heating requirements shall be as set forth in Appendix A . Note, however, the City does not charge a fee for a plumbing license. (1958 Code, § 60.02) (Added by Ord. 133, passed 4-17-1958; Ord. 190, passed 9-16-1952; Ord. 195, passed 11-25-1952; Ord. 97, passed 12-17-1956; Ord. 107, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 109, passed 5-20-1957; Ord. 69-7, passed 1-20-1969; Ord. 69-88, passed 11-3-1969; Ord. 73-65, passed 10-1-1973; Ord. 74-29, passed 4-311974; Ord. 81-4, passed 2-2-1981; Ord. 90-53, passed 12-10-1990; Ord. 91-39, passed 6-10-1991; Ord. 96-41, passed 8-19-1996; Ord. 2009-2, passed 2-2-2009; Ord. 2015-40 , passed 12-7-2015; Ord. 2022-15 , passed 4-25-2022)
Bloomington, Minn., Code of Ordinances § 15.182 establishes that license fees for electrical, plumbing, and heating work are set according to the schedule found in Appendix A of the city's code. A notable exception applies to plumbing licenses specifically: the City of Bloomington does not charge any fee for obtaining one. This provision coordinates the fee structure across the separate chapters governing each trade.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.182, property owners and managers who hire or oversee licensed contractors for electrical, heating, or plumbing work should be aware that applicable license fees are governed by the Appendix A fee schedule. Compliant operators typically verify that contractors hold current licenses and have paid any required fees before work begins. Notably, plumbing licenses carry no city fee, which may affect how contractors price their services.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 15.182 of Bloomington's Code of Ordinances governs the licensing fee structure for electrical, plumbing, and heating contractors who may perform work in rental units. Tenants can take note that the city waives fees for plumbing licenses, which is part of the regulatory framework ensuring that tradespeople working in their homes meet local licensing standards. If work is performed by an unlicensed contractor, tenants may wish to contact the City of Bloomington or consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what options are generally available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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