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Bathing Establishment without Pool (Steam Room, Sauna and Spray Ground)

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    Before you begin the application process, it is recommended that you contact the NYC Health Department, Office of Public Health Engineering to receive guidance on how to submit your supplemental documents and plans.


      NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DoHMH)

      Address
      Office of Public Health Engineering/Building Water Supply


      42-09 28th Street


      CN-56



      Long Island City NY 11101
      Phone (718) 786-6004
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      Review the Bathing Establishment Without a Pool Permit Instructions for requirements and documentation needed to apply for this permit.

        Application and Instructions for a Bathing Establishment (without pool) Permit

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        If you are submitting an application for a Spray Ground, please read about the additional forms and documents required for this permit. 

          Additional Forms and Requirements to Apply for a Spray Ground Permit (PDF )

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          Completed PHE Form 100 - Application for Approval of Plans and Specifications

            Form PHE 100 - Application for Approval of Plans and Specifications (PDF )

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            Completed PHE Form 88 - Statement by Filing Engineer

              PHE Form 88 - Required (PDF )

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              Obtain or prepare a Floor Layout plan with detailed dimensions, prepared by a NY State licensed engineer or architect.

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                Obtain a copy of the Certificate of Occupancy from the New York City Department of Buildings showing that specific usage on the corresponding floor is approved. A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy or Letter of Acceptance from the Department of Buildings is acceptable.

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                  If applying for a permit for a sauna, the New York City Department of Buildings Certificate of Occupancy must include an approval for the electrical work or provide a separate Certificate of Inspection for electrical work.

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                    If applying for a steam room, the New York City Department of Buildings Certificate of Occupancy must include an approval for the plumbing or provide a separate Certificate of Inspection for plumbing.

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                      Refer to the Requirements Checklist for basic documentation and other requirements needed to apply for a permit from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), some of which depend on the type of business that will be given the permit.

                        Requirements Checklist - All DOHMH Permits

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                        Proof of Worker's Compensation and Disability Insurance, including the name of the insurance carrier, the policy number, and the expiration date must be submitted when you apply for a permit and when you renew. Or, if exempt, a copy of Form CE-200 stamped by the Worker's Compensation Board with the New York State-assigned Exemption Certificate Number. The certificate must list the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as the Certificate Holder.

                          New York State Workers' Compensation

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                          All outstanding fines imposed for Health Code Violations must be paid before you can apply for or renew a permit issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

                          You can review and pay outstanding violations at 66 John St, 10th floor, New York, N.Y. 10038 or by going to nyc.gov/citypay and selecting option #6.

                          Fines may also be paid in person at the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Citywide Licensing Center or Online.


                            Pay Outstanding Fines Online

                            NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)

                            Address
                            Licensing Center


                            42 Broadway, Lobby




                            New York NY 10004
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                            A valid e-mail address is required if applying online.

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                              The initial permit application fee is $1,120. The annual renewal fee is $260.

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                                List of accepted payment methods. More info

                                  • Personal Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene)
                                  • Certified Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - if paying in person)
                                  • Check (Company Check made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - if paying in person)
                                  • Check (Government Check made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - if paying in person)
                                  • Money Order (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene - if paying in preson)
                                  • American Express (If paying in person or on line)
                                  • Discover (If paying in person or on line)
                                  • MasterCard (If paying in person or on line)
                                  • Visa (If paying in person or on line)

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                                Apply Online Apply by Mail Apply in Person

                                Steps to apply online:

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                                Gather all documents required to apply for this permit.

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                                  Make individual electronic versions of each supporting document for uploading to the system. The following document types can be uploaded: PDF, JPG, GIF, PNG, XLS, XLSX, DOC, DOCX, VSD, and TXT.

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                                    Applicants will need to create an account with the NYC Online Licensing system. Partially completed applications may be saved and returned to later for completion. Payment is required to complete and submit the application so applicants should have their credit or debit card information readily available.

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                                      Select the type of permit for which you are applying and enter the requested information into each field.  Fields with an asterisk (*) are required.  Applicants will be requested to upload copies of the documents identified in the Prerequisites section above. Please upload each supporting document individually.

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                                        Pay with a credit or debit card to complete the application.  

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                                          Steps to apply by mail:

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                                          Applications for new permits are not accepted by mail.

                                            • Steps to apply in person:

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                                            Carefully review all documentation required to apply for this permit.

                                              Application and Instructions to Apply for a Bathing Establishment (without pool) Permit

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                                              If you are submitting an application for a Spray Ground, please read about the additional forms and documents required for this permit. 

                                                Additional Forms and Requirements to Apply for a Spray Ground Permit (PDF )

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                                                Bring all completed forms and required documentation to the DCWP Citywide Licensing Center, located at the address below. Applications are not accepted by mail.

                                                  NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)

                                                  Address
                                                  Licensing Center


                                                  42 Broadway, Lobby




                                                  New York NY 10004
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