Minnesota Business First Stop

Minnesota Business First Stop

Minnesota Business First Stop streamlines licensing, permitting, and regulatory processes by cutting through state bureaucracy to connect businesses with the right information, experts, and resources for their development goals. Coordinated by the Department of Employment and Economic Development, this interagency team supports complex business location and expansion projects by working closely with business leaders and their consultants.

The Department of Employment and Economic Development coordinates Minnesota Business First Stop, bringing together representatives from the following state agencies:

  • The Department of Commerce, Division of Energy Resources
  • The Department of Natural Resources
  • The Department of Transportation
  • The Department of Labor and Industry
  • The Department of Revenue
  • The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
  • The Department of Agriculture
  • Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board

Minnesota Business First Stop Assistance Form

This assistance form is your starting point. By sharing a few details about your project or business needs, our team can guide you toward the resources, contacts, and support that best fit your goals.

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Contact Us

We can help at any stage! Call 1-855-893-2099 or e-mail firststop@state.mn.us.