To obtain a New York Contractors License, you are required to submit an application along with the appropriate fee, proof of identity (such as a driver’s license), proof of liability insurance coverage, and, if you will be employing any staff or contractors, proof of workers’ compensation insurance.In addition, you are required to provide proof of financial stability.A criminal history check may be required to work in some localities.
Please go to the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs in person or give them a call at (212) 487-4060 if you want to get a license to work as a home improvement contractor. Call the number (212) 487-4104 if you need to renew, alter, or bring your license up to date.
How do I apply for a New York City business license?
You will need to make an appointment in order to hand in your license application in person at the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Licensing Center or the NYC Small Business Support Center. This is due to the fact that serving walk-in customers is impossible due to health and safety concerns. Please refer to the section on the Application Filing Process.