Minnesota

An application for a permit for an outdoor fireworks display must be made in writing to the municipal clerk at least fifteen (15) days in advance of the date of the display and must list the name of an operator who is certified by the state fire marshal and will supervise the display.

The application for the permit must be promptly referred to the chief of the fire department, who shall make an investigation to determine whether the operator of the display is competent and is certified by the state fire marshal, and whether the display is of such a character and is to be so located, discharged, or fired that it will not be hazardous to property or endanger any person. The fire chief will report the results of this investigation to the clerk. If the fire chief reports that the operator is certified, that in the chief’s opinion the operator is competent, and that the fireworks display as planned will conform to the safety guidelines of the State Fire Marshal, the clerk shall issue a permit for the display after the applicant pays a permit fee.

If the display is to be held outside the limits of an incorporated municipality, the application must be made to the county auditor, and the auditor shall perform the duties and the county sheriff shall perform the investigation. Check their website for more information.