Harbor Beach, MI · Huron County
Transient Merchant Permit
Businesses and individuals use this application to request a Harbor Beach permit for temporary retail sales or peddling within the city.
What this form is
The application is for people or businesses temporarily selling goods, merchandise, or refreshments in Harbor Beach. It asks for applicant and business contact details, goods or services, sales locations and dates, and vehicle information. Applicants agree to listed permit conditions, including a fee based on the permit period and a security bond; employees applying on an employer’s behalf must include an authorization letter.
Who needs it
People or businesses temporarily selling or peddling goods, merchandise, or refreshments in Harbor Beach should use this application, except for the listed exemptions.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The form lists City of Harbor Beach, 766 State Street, Harbor Beach, Michigan 48441, and an office phone number.
About notarization
This application has no notary block; it includes the applicant’s sworn or affirmed statement, which the applicant signs and dates, and requires proof of ID.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Transient Merchant Permit application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Print clearly and provide the requested applicant, business, sales, date, and vehicle information.
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Gather Required Attachments
Include a copy of a valid security bond. If applying as an employee, include the employer’s authorization letter.
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Sign And Submit
Sign and date the application, provide proof of ID, and submit it to the city department named on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Transient Merchant Permit application?
- People or businesses temporarily selling or peddling goods, merchandise, or refreshments in Harbor Beach use this application, subject to the exemptions listed on the form.
- What information and attachments does the application request?
- It requests applicant and business details, sales information, dates, and vehicle details. An employee applying on an employer’s behalf must provide an employer authorization letter; the form also calls for a copy of a valid security bond.
- Do I need a notary for the Transient Merchant Permit application?
- No. The application has no notary block, but it includes a sworn or affirmed statement that the applicant signs and dates, and requires proof of ID.
- How do I submit the Transient Merchant Permit application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form and check the city website for current contact details. The form lists the City of Harbor Beach at 766 State Street.