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Minneapolis Energy Benchmarking

Minneapolis Building Rating and Disclosure Policy

Overview

Applies To

Commercial and multifamily buildings over 50,000 sqft; city-owned buildings over 25,000 sqft

Building Size Threshold

50,000 sqft (private); 25,000 sqft (city-owned)

Building Types

Commercial, multifamily residential, municipal

Effective Date

2014

Jurisdiction

City of Minneapolis

State

Minnesota

Current Status

Active since 2014. Minneapolis ordinance is more stringent than Minnesota state requirements (which began covering 100,000+ sqft buildings in 2025 and 50,000+ sqft in 2026).

Key Deadlines

June 1, 2026

Annual benchmarking report due for 2025 calendar year energy data

Penalties & Enforcement

Penalty

Up to $3,000/year ($200 + $400 + $800 + $1,600)

$200 initial fine with doubling for each subsequent citation; up to 4 citations per cycle totaling $3,000 maximum

Compliance Requirements

Annual energy benchmarking via ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager

Submit benchmarking data to City of Minneapolis by June 1

Correct violations within 2-week grace period after initial citation

Data Required

12 months of energy consumption data

Building gross floor area

Building use type and occupancy classification

How to Submit

Submission Method

ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager shared with City of Minneapolis

Submission Format

ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager online platform

Official Resources

Official City of Minneapolis Resource

https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/environmental-programs/energy-benchmarking/

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