Second Hand Sales
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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.
Junk Yard Dealer
- Junk Yard Location: $432.00
Pawnbroker
- Pawnbroker: $984.00
Scrap Iron & Metal Processor
- Scrap Iron & Metal: $518
Second Hand and Clothing
- Secondhand Store Fee: $123.00
- Secondhand Appliances and Batteries: $123.00
- Secondhand Building Supplies: $123.00
Jewelry Store
- Secondhand Jewelry Store Fee: $312.00
Tire Store
- Secondhand Tire: $123.00
Used Auto Dealer
- Used Auto Dealer: $268.00
Wrecking & Dismantling Yard
- UAD/Parts/Wreck/Dismantle: $1,035.00
- Wrecking and Dismantling Yard: $518.00
Scrap Tire Storage
- Scrap Tire Storage: $268.00
Scrap Tire Processor and Recycler
- Scrap Tire Processor and Recycler: $268
Used Auto Parts
- Used Auto Parts: $268
Tow Service Yards
- Tow Service Yards: $268
Motor Vehicle Service
- Motor Vehicle Service: $268
Bond / Insurance
- Submit application online at bit.ly/codbondapplication
- Contact BSEED Licensing & Permits with questions