Second Hand Sales

 

Customer are strongly encouraged to apply for Business Licenses online through BSEED's Electronic Licensing and Permitting System (eLAPS).

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
License
Type		 Bond /
Insurance 

Police

(Background Check)

Police

(Video Surveillance)

 Fire Property
Maintenance		  Treasury

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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
Incorporation		 Bond /
Insurance		 Building
Permit 1		 Current
Identification		 Proof of Ownership
or Lease Contract /
Property Deed
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

 

 

Clearance Instructions

Bond / Insurance

Environmental Health (Detroit Health Department)

Fire

  • Step 1: Call to confirm and pay fee. 
    • Phone: 313-596-2963
    • Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
    • Note: You can mail your payment or pay via phone with credit card for an additional 3% charge.
  • Step 2: Call to schedule inspection. 
    • Phone: 313-596-2954
    • Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    • In Person (note phone is preferred): 1301 Third St. Detroit MI 48226

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
    • Junk collectors
    • Auto Uses

Property Maintenance

  • Call to confirm Certificate of Compliance expiration and schedule inspection if needed. You will be mailed an invoice after the inspection takes place. You will not receive your C of C until all fees owed to BSEED have been paid.
    • Phone: (313) 628-2451
    • Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    • In Person: Buildings, Safety, Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED)
    • CAYMC, 2 Woodward, Suite 412

Treasury

  • Step 1: Get your Personal Property Tax ID. You must have this in order to apply for a clearance. 
  • Step 2: Use this link to access the clearance application: http://bit.ly/detroitclearances
    • The application includes 2 components:
      • Component 1: Complete application Information
      • Component 2:  Securely submit personal information -social security and/or employer identification number (EIN) - to the City of Detroit through DocuSign
    • Both pages are required in order to complete your application. Failure to do so could result in a longer processing time. Please allow 7-10 business days for an update on your clearance. 
    • Please  direct any questions related to completing the application to the following email address: [email protected]
    • In Person: Treasury, Clearance Unit, CAYMC, 2 Woodward Avenue