Bloomfield Hills, MI · Oakland County
Initial Merchants / Business License Application
Merchants complete this application to request an initial business license before opening, operating, or advertising goods or services for sale in Bloomfield Hills.
What this form is
The application is for merchants seeking an initial license from the city. It says a license must be obtained before opening or operating an establishment, or advertising or exposing goods, wares, merchandise, or services for sale. Applicants provide business and owner details, prior business information when applicable, and transfer details if ownership is changing; the form lists a $100 application fee and a $100 transfer fee.
Who needs it
A merchant planning to open or operate an establishment, or advertise goods or services for sale in Bloomfield Hills, needs to obtain an initial license.
How to submit it
The form says to procure the initial merchants license from the city clerk. It lists a $100 application fee and a $100 transfer fee.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the statements are true and agrees to abide by the ordinance terms.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Initial Merchants / Business License Application.
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Complete The Application
Enter the requested business, applicant, and ownership information that applies to your situation.
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Review And Sign
Certify that the statements are true and accurate, then sign and date the application.
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Contact The City Clerk
The form says to procure the initial merchants license from the city clerk and lists the applicable fee.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Initial Merchants / Business License Application?
- Merchants seeking an initial license before opening or operating an establishment, or advertising goods or services for sale, use this application.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for business and applicant details, prior business information when applicable, and information about a transfer of ownership if applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Initial Merchants / Business License Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer certifies the statements are true and agrees to abide by the ordinance terms.
- How do I submit the application?
- The form says to procure the initial merchants license from the city clerk. It lists a $100 application fee and a $100 transfer fee.