Hiring Commercial Property Services Providers in Minnesota

Commercial real estate services in Minnesota rely on a mix of state and local controls. Any contractor performing more than one remodeling skill must register under the Department of Labor & Industry’s Residential Building Contractor program if working on mixed-use or multifamily up to three stories, while electricians and plumbers are licensed statewide and mechanical contractors locally. Soft-service vendors show a Minnesota business registration; pesticide applicators need Department of Agriculture certification, and security agencies are licensed by the Board of Private Detectives and Protective Agent Services. Maintain $2 million general liability for trades and $1 million for janitorial, groundskeeping, or snow management, with statutory workers’ comp and E&O for architects or energy consultants. Require vendors to pull permits with city Building Safety divisions, comply with Minnesota Building Code cold-weather and radon provisions, and follow MPCA storm-water and asbestos rules. Favor teams with documented success on assets such as Twin Cities medical offices, Class A logistics near MSP, or resort multifamily in the Northwoods, and confirm local references.