Anoka County, MN Home Business: Zoning & Home Occupation Permits (2026)

Coon Rapids City Code Section 11-1210 states that a zoning permit is not required for a home occupation, but the business must comply with the city's zoning standards. Only one employee who does not live at the residence is allowed, and all other employees must be occupants of the home; no more than one non-resident may be transported from the home to a job site. Certain business types still need federal, state, or local licenses, obtainable through the City Clerk (763-767-6493) or mn.gov/elicense. Deliveries must use vehicle types customary for residential neighborhoods, and traffic and parking must not cause congestion. Rules vary by city, so Blaine and Andover residents should check their own codes.