About Licensing, Permits, & Records
Apply for personal and residential licenses, permits, or records.
Building, Well, and Septic
Permits for residential building and construction projects including well and septic work. Learn more.
Burning - Application for Permit
If you live in a rural area, you can get permission to burn brush.
Keep in mind: Burning garbage in a burn barrel, fire pit, wood stove, etc. is illegal in most instances in Minnesota.
Firearms
Fees and application guidelines for a new or renewed firearm permit. Learn more.
Genealogy Records
Visit the Olmsted County Historical Society Olmsted County Historical Society site for genealogy research and records.
1195 West Circle Drive SW
Rochester, MN 55902-6619
507-282-9447
Rochester and Olmsted County Birth and Death Records (1871 - 1940)
Olmsted County Marriage Records (1860 - 1940)
Land use & zoning
Permit application guidelines for land use including grading, zoning certificates and conditional use. Learn more.
Notary Services
Find notary public services and fees, or learn how to become a notary public. Learn more.
Vital Records & Licensing
Apply for a driver’s license or marriage license or request a birth, death or marriage certificate. Learn more.