Ann Arbor, MI · Washtenaw County
Application for License to Conduct a Going Out of Business Sale
This application requests a City of Ann Arbor license for a business owner seeking to conduct a fire, removal, or going-out-of-business sale at a specified location.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The application collects business, applicant, sale-location, occupancy, and sale-date details, along with an explanation of the sale and a detailed inventory of goods. The City Clerk requires the completed application and inventory for an original license or renewal; the form allows up to 30 sale days and says to allow at least 48 hours for processing. Applicants also affirm that no goods will be added to the inventory after applying.
Who needs it
A business owner applying for an Ann Arbor fire, removal, or going-out-of-business sale license, or renewing an existing license, must complete this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a subscribed-and-sworn jurat; the applicant signs and swears to the application before a notary public, who completes the county and commission-expiration details.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the City of Ann Arbor application for a fire, removal, or going-out-of-business sale license.
- 2
Complete the Application
Provide the business, applicant, location, occupancy, sale dates, and required sale explanation.
- 3
Prepare the Inventory
Attach a detailed inventory that meets the form's requirements; renewals need an updated list of goods remaining.
- 4
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization with a commissioned online notary.
- 5
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the application during the online notary session.
- 6
Submit to the City
Return the notarized application and inventory with the stated fee to the Ann Arbor City Clerk.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Ann Arbor. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I apply for an Ann Arbor going-out-of-business sale license?
- Complete the application, attach the required detailed inventory, sign before a notary, and return both to the Ann Arbor City Clerk with the fee stated on the form.
- Do I need to attach an inventory to this application?
- Yes. The form requires a full, detailed inventory identifying the goods, costs, sellers, purchase and delivery dates, and total inventory value. Renewals require an updated list of remaining goods.
- Can I sign this application with an online notary?
- Michigan allows its notaries to perform remote electronic notarizations. A commissioned online notary can conduct the notarization by video; confirm with the city, village or township if unsure.
- Where do I submit the completed application?
- The form directs applicants to return the completed application and inventory list to the Ann Arbor City Clerk at 301 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104, with the stated fee.