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Sightseeing Bus License

Operating & Renewing

Operating Requirements

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    Licenses are valid for up to two years and expire on March 31 of years that end in an even number.

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      If any of the information submitted in the approved application changes, the licensee must inform DCWP of those changes by calling 311 or by visiting the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center. DCWP recommends that licensees call 311 to confirm that they need to go to a Center for any specific change. You must schedule an appointment to visit in person. View flyer to learn how to schedule an appointment.

      DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND
      WORKER PROTECTION LICENSING CENTER
      42 Broadway, Lobby
      New York, NY 10004.
      NYC SMALL BUSINESS
      SUPPORT CENTER
      90-27 Sutphin Blvd, 4th Floor
      Jamaica, NY 11435
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        Licensed sightseeing buses must be inspected at least once every four months. By law, DCWP must inspect all licensed sightseeing buses. DCWP will contact you by email to schedule an appointment. If you fail to produce all of your licensed sightseeing buses for inspection, your company’s Sightseeing Bus License may be subject to revocation or suspension. Please contact DCWP’s Business Compliance Counsel at BCC@dcwp.nyc.gov with any questions about DCWP’s inspection process.

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          Any updates to rate schedules must be submitted in writing to DCWP. After approval, new rates may go into effect.

            NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)

            Address
            Licensing Center


            42 Broadway, Lobby




            New York NY 10004
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            You must submit Sightseeing Bus Accident and/or Driver Offense Report within three (3) business days of any sightseeing bus accident or traffic violation that could be the basis for an assignment of points. You must also submit this report as soon as practicable if any driver employed by you is charged with any alcohol or drug-related offense or any criminal offense involving the operation of a motor vehicle.

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              All laws and rules of the City of New York, including the Consumer Protection Law and Rules, are available through the PUBLIC ACCESS PORTAL

              • Ready to Renew?

                Steps to renew online:

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                Before the license expires, DCWP will mail a license renewal application and instructions to the licensee. If the licensee plans to continue operating, the licensee must submit their renewal application at least 15 days before the license expires.

                • Steps to renew by mail:

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                  Before the license expires, DCWP will mail a license renewal application and instructions to the licensee. If the licensee plans to continue operating, the licensee must submit their renewal application, required documents, and fees at least 15 days before the license expires. Licensee can mail materials using the orange return envelope to the DCWP Licensing Center.

                    NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)

                    Address
                    Licensing Center


                    42 Broadway, Lobby




                    New York NY 10004
                  • Steps to renew in person:

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                    Before the license expires, DCWP will mail a license renewal application and instructions to the licensee. If the licensee plans to continue operating, the licensee must submit their renewal application, required documents, and fees at least 15 days before the license expires. Licensee must 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.

                    DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND
                    WORKER PROTECTION LICENSING CENTER
                    42 Broadway, Lobby
                    New York, NY 10004
                    NYC SMALL BUSINESS
                    SUPPORT CENTER
                    90-27 Sutphin Blvd, 4th Floor
                    Jamaica, NY 11435