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Secondhand Dealer Auto 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

      Although DCWP does not require submission of your Business Certificate in order to process your application, DCWP may request this document under section 20-104 of the New York City Administrative Code.

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    Complete the Basic License Application. More info

       

      The Basic License Application requires business information, including applicable identification numbers (such as EIN, SSN, or ITIN); contact information for the business location and business owner, history of criminal and / or civil charges for the business owners, partners, shareholders, and officers; and any DCWP license history for individuals named on the application and their relatives.

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    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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      Submit a copy of the Certificate of Occupancy, Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (expiring no less than 30 days from date of application submission), or Letter of No Objection from the Department of Buildings (DOB) confirming that your premises is suitable to operate your business. More info

        If you submit a Certificate of Occupancy or Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, it must be the most current version and show approval of the premises for "Use Group 16" and designation of "Sale of Used Cars," "Motor Vehicle Sales Lot" or "Use Group 9" accompanied with "Automobile Showroom" or "Car Sales."

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

        Download Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (PDF )

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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

          Visit uenroll.identogo.com. Enter Service Code and Agency ID. Service Code is 1585KT. Agency ID is the numbers only from Application Number. Application Number is on your receipt or confirmation letter when you apply online. Example: For Application Number 1234567-2023-AHIC, enter only 12345672023 as Agency ID. Follow the instructions and pay the required fee(s). IMPORTANT: Anyone required to be fingerprinted should schedule an appointment as soon as possible to complete this requirement.

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        List of Fees. More info

          • $600: License Fee for applicants who file for a new secondhand dealer auto license from August 1 of years that end in an odd number to January 31 of years that end in an even number.
          • $450: License Fee for applicants who file for a new secondhand dealer auto license from February 1 of years that end in an even number to July 31 of years that end in an even number.
          • $300: License Fee for applicants who file for a new secondhand dealer auto license from August 1 of years that end in an even number to January 31 of years that end in an odd number.
          • $150: License Fee for applicants who file for a new secondhand dealer auto license from February 1 of years that end in an odd number to July 31 of years that end in an odd number.
          • Fingerprint Processing Fee per person.
          • Non-Refundable Convenience Fee for paying with a credit card.

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        List of accepted payment methods. More info

          • Check (Payable to NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, accepted only for in person application submissions.)
          • Money Order (Payable to NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, accepted only for in person application submissions.)
          • Credit card including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover Card.

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        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.

            • Steps to apply in person:

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            Complete the required application forms and gather all necessary documentation identified in the section above.

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              Schedule an appointment to file in person at the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center. View flyer to learn how to schedule an appointment.

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