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Home Improvement Contractor License

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Before you submit your application

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    You must have the applicable Business Certificate based on your business’s legal structure. More info

  • 2

    Complete the Basic License Application. More info

  • 3

    The business must provide their New York State Sales Tax Identification Number or Certificate of Authority Application Confirmation Number on the Basic License Application .

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    Applicant must provide one proof of business address. More info

  • 5

    Each individual listed on the license application must provide proof of home address. More info

  • 6

    Applicant must submit proof of workers' compensation insurance information. More info

  • 7

    Applicant must submit proof of EPA Certification AND/OR Signed Affirmation. More info

  • 8

    Complete the Trust Fund Enrollment form and pay applicable fee. If business does not want to enroll in the Trust Fund, the business must submit a copy of a $20,000 surety bond (or third party bond), properly signed. More info

  • 9

    Complete the Contractual Compliance Agreement.

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    If the license application will be filed by someone other than the applicant, complete the Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.

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    All Sole Proprietors, General Partners, Corporate Officers, Principals, Directors, Members, and Shareholders owning 10% or more of company stock must schedule an appointment with IdentoGO to be fingerprinted. More info

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    List of Fees. More info

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    List of accepted payment methods. More info

  • Ready to Apply?

    Steps to apply online:

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    Review the requirements for the license and gather all materials before clicking the Apply Online button. Note: You will be redirected to a new web page where you will need a registered account with the City of New York to submit an online application.

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    After submitting an application online, print a copy of the Confirmation Page. The Confirmation Page will list the additional steps and materials required to complete the application. These materials are also listed above and must be submitted within five business days of filing the application online if they were not uploaded as part of the online application submission.