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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
The business must provide their New York State Sales Tax Identification Number or Certificate of Authority Application Confirmation Number on the Basic License Application .
Submit a copy of a $10,000 surety bond (or third party bond), properly signed. More info
- The copy of the bond must name the City of New York as the Certificate Holder. The business name and address on the bond must match the information provided in the license application. The applicant must also submit a copy of the bond receipt showing that the bond has been paid in full and does not expire before the end of the licensing period.
Submit a copy of the Certificate of Occupancy, Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (expiring no less than 30 days after the submission of this application), or Letter of No Objection from the Department of Buildings (DOB) confirming that the business' premises is suitable for the business. More info
- If submitting 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" or "Storage Warehouse."
Submit samples of all contracts that will be used by the business. More info
- Each of these contracts must include the following statements:
- The warehouse operator provides, without cost to the consumer, legal liability coverage for loss or damage to the consumer's property caused by negligence, at the minimum value of $ 0.30 per pound per item up to $2,000. AND
- The consumer may purchase through the storage warehouse operator additional liability coverage to cover either specific items or all of the household goods at additional cost.
Submit a copy of your business' Insurance Certificate that provides consumers with protection against loss or damage due to negligence. More info
- The Insurance Certificate must name the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection as the Certificate Holder. Legal liability coverage is to be provided at the minimum value of $0.30 per pound per item up to $2,000. Please note that the insurance policy must meet all requirements of the Storage Warehouse Law, Section 20-480 (B32-536) and regulations.
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
- $590: License Fee of the first warehouse for applicants who file for a new Storage Warehouse License from April 2 of years that end in an odd number to September 30 of years that end in an odd number. Applicants will pay $300 for each additional warehouse.
- $443: License Fee of the first warehouse for applicants who file for a new Storage Warehouse License from October 1 of years that end in an odd number to April 1 of years that end in an even number. Applicants will pay $225 for each additional warehouse.
- $295: License Fee of the first warehouse for applicants who file for a new Storage Warehouse License from April 2 of years that end in an even number to September 30 of years that end in an even number. Applicants will pay $150 for each additional warehouse.
- $148: License Fee of the first warehouse for applicants who file for a new Storage Warehouse License from October 1 of years that end in an even number to April 1 of years that end in an odd number. Applicants will pay $75 for each additional warehouse.
- Non-Refundable Convenience Fee for paying with a credit card.
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.