Contractors doing building construction/remodeling work in the City of Cottage Grove must be licensed (City Code Title 3, Chapter 9). Please complete and return the Contractor License Application (PDF) with the $55.00 license registration fee and current Certificate of Insurance listing the City of Cottage Grove as certificate holder to the City of Cottage Grove Building Division for processing.
Mechanical, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), & Gas Piping Installers
If the contractor holds a current Mechanical Bond through the State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry then we do not require an additional city license.
Irrigation Contractors
Irrigation contractors must provide a copy of their Master Plumber's License, Technology Systems Contractor's License, and the name and license number of the Qualified Power Limited Technician per State Statute Section 326.242.
Sign Contractors
If the contractor holds a current Sign Bond or Contractor license through the State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry then we do not require an additional city license.