Licenses & Permits
Scott County Update - 3/17/2020
Scott County will close all county buildings effective close of business today, March 17, to protect the safety of Scott County employees and residents. This closure will remain in effect until at least Wednesday, April 1, 2020.
Scott County staff will continue to provide all life-safety and emergency services and will perform all services that can be performed through email, online, telephone, or other electronic means.
County staff are developing alternative ways to provide services and will update the public as new information becomes available.
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Birth, Death, & Marriage
Take a look at the certificates and licenses that are related to the births, deaths and marriages within Scott County.
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Building Permits
View permits that are related to Buildings within Scott County.
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Child Care Licensing
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Drivers Licenses & IDs
Drivers Licenses & IDs
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Firearm Permits
Residents who want to apply for permits to purchase or transfer handguns must apply in person to the police department in the city in which they live.
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Foster Care Licensing
Potential foster and adoptive parents go through a similar process to be licensed and approved. Minnesota requires foster parents to meet licensing prior to placement. Scott County may place a child with a relative who is not licensed at the time of placement as long as the relative promptly completes the licensing process and meets the required standards.
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Highway Permits
The Physical Development Department (formerly Public Works/Highway) administers a permit program with an objective of preventing damage to roadways and maintaining traffic safety and convenience.
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Lake & Event
Access information to permits at the lake and events.
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Motor Vehicles
See the various permits related to motor vehicles within Scott County.
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Passport Applications & Photos
Access information about what it takes to get a passport depending on what your age and citizen status is.
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Professional Licenses
See the various professional licenses that are offered within Scott County.