Second Hand Sales
Customer are strongly encouraged to apply for Business Licenses online through BSEED's Electronic Licensing and Permitting System (eLAPS).
- Click here to learn how to get started.
- For additional assistance, please contact (313) 224-3179 or [email protected].
Application Guidelines
Refer to the table for the appropriate eLAPS application for your business.
Business License Type | Record Type | Application Name | License Type |
Junk Yard Dealer | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Junk Yard Dealer |
Pawnbroker | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Pawnbroker |
Scrap Iron & Metal Processor | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Scrap Iron & Metal Processor |
Second Hand and Clothing | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Second Hand and Clothing |
Jewelry Store | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Jewelry Store |
Tire Store | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Tire Store |
Used Auto Dealer | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Used Auto Dealer |
Used Auto & Parts | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Used Auto & Parts |
Wrecking & Dismantling Yard | Second Hand Sales | Second Hand Store Application | Wrecking & Dismantling Yard |
Required Clearances
Refer to the table below for a breakdown of the Clearances required for your business.
Business | Police (Background Check) | Police (Video Surveillance) | ||||
Junk Yard Dealer | X | X | X | X | X | |
Pawnbroker | X | X | X | X | ||
Scrap Iron & Metal Processor | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Motor Vehicle Service | X | X | X | X | ||
Towing Service Yards | X | X | X | X | X | |
Scrap Tire Processor & Recycler | X | X | X | X | ||
Scrap Tire Storage | X | X | X | X | ||
Second Hand and Clothing | X | X | X | |||
Jewelry | X | X | X | X | ||
Tire Store | X | X | X | X | ||
Used Auto Dealer | X | X | X | X | ||
Used Auto Dealer & Parts | X | X | X | X | X | |
Wrecking & Dismantling Yard | X | X | X | X | X |
Required Documents
Refer to the table below for a breakdown of the required documents to include in your business license application. All documents must be submitted through eLAPS.
Business License Type | Articles of | Bond / | Building | Current | Proof of Ownership |
Junk Yard Dealer | X | X | X | X | X |
Pawnbroker | X | X | X | X | X |
Scrap Iron & Metal Processor | X | X | X | X | |
Second Hand and Clothing | X | X | X | X | |
Jewelry Store | X | X | X | X | X |
Tire Store | X | X | X | X | |
Used Auto Dealer | X | X | X | X | |
Used Auto Dealer & Parts | X | X | X | X | X |
Wrecking & Dismantling Yard | X | X | X | X | X |
1 Only required for newly established or change of use.
Associated Fees
Business License applications are subject to multiple fees dependent on scope. Fee types and prices are subject to change. Charged annually.
Junk Yard Dealer
- Junk Yard Location: $432.00/year
Pawnbroker
- Pawnbroker: $984.00/year
Scrap Iron & Metal Processor
- Scrap Iron & Metal: $518/year
Second Hand and Clothing
- Secondhand Store Fee: $123.00/year
- Secondhand Appliances and Batteries: $123.00/year
- Secondhand Building Supplies: $123.00/year
Jewelry Store
- Secondhand Jewelry Store Fee: $312.00/year
Tire Store
- Secondhand Tire: $123.00/year
Used Auto Dealer
- Used Auto Dealer: $268.00/year
Wrecking & Dismantling Yard
- UAD/Parts/Wreck/Dismantle: $1,035.00/year
- Wrecking and Dismantling Yard: $518.00/year
Scrap Tire Storage
- Scrap Tire Storage: $268.00/year
Scrap Tire Processor and Recycler
- Scrap Tire Processor and Recycler: $268/year
Used Auto Parts
- Used Auto Parts: $268/year
Tow Service Yards
- Tow Service Yards: $268/year
Motor Vehicle Service
- Motor Vehicle Service: $268/year
Bond / Insurance
- Submit application online at bit.ly/codbondapplication
- Contact BSEED Licensing & Permits with questions
Environmental Health (Detroit Health Department)
- Call 313-876-4715 www.detroitmi.gov/environmentalsafety
- https://cod.divdatkiosknetwork.com/EnvironmentalHealth
Fire
- Phone: 313-596-2963
- Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Phone: 313-596-2954
Food Safety (Detroit Health Department)
- You do not need to schedule this inspection. The Health Department will visit your location according to their schedule. If you have any questions, you may call Food Safety: 313-876-0135
Police
- Check with BSEED Licensing & Permits about whether you require a Police Department clearance and, if so, whether you need to visit the Police Department or whether they will conduct an unannounced inspection. Some business types that require Police Department clearance include:
- Gas stations
- Pedicabs
- Valet drivers
- Parking lot attendants
Property Maintenance
- Certificate of Compliance
- Phone: (313) 628-2451
- Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- CAYMC, 2 Woodward, Suite 412
Treasury
- Get your Personal Property Tax ID. You must have this in order to apply for a clearance.
- Phone: (313) 224-3025
- Email: [email protected]
- Use this link to access the clearance application: http://bit.ly/detroitclearances
- Please direct any questions related to completing the application to the following email address: [email protected]
- Treasury, Clearance Unit, CAYMC, 2 Woodward Avenue