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Before you submit your application
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.
- Sole proprietors operating under a name other than your own must have a Business/Assumed Name Certificate.
- Partnerships must have a Partnership Certificate and, if applicable, an Assumed Name Certificate for your business.
- Corporations, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, or Limited Liability Partnerships must register and remain active with the New York State Division of Corporations. You can check your status at www.dos.ny.gov/corps.
Complete the Basic License Application. More info
If your stoop line stands vary in the items for sale, you must submit a separate license application for EACH differing set of stands. For example, you plan to sell fruits from two stands and confectionery from another stand. You must submit TWO license applications: #1 (for fruits); #2 (for confectionery). Complete one application for set #1. Complete a separate application for set #2.
Note: If two (2) stoop line stands are separated by a door or other structure, they will be considered two (2) separate stands for licensing purposes.
Complete the Stoop Line Stand Affirmation.
Submit one of the following as proof of right to use premises:
-A copy of the deed or bill of sale OR
-A completed Owner's Consent to Operate a Stoop Line Stand form.
DOWNLOAD OWNER CONSENT TO OPERATE A STOOP LINE STAND FORM (PDF )
If the license application will be filed by someone other than the applicant, complete the Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.
List of Fees. More info
- License Fees are pro-rated depending on the time the application is filed and the stoop line stand product category. See License Fee Table.
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.
Ready to Apply?
Steps to apply online:
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:
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.