River Rouge, MI · Wayne County
Business License Application
This five-page application is for business owners seeking a new or renewed River Rouge license and includes an affidavit confirming the business has required state licenses or permits.
- 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
Use this application to request a new or renewed business license in River Rouge. The form collects business and owner information, asks about prior business operations and criminal convictions, and includes sections for city department reviews. The applicant also completes an affidavit affirming possession of any required state license or permit and attaches a copy. The form says incomplete applications will be rejected and requires the processing fee and copies of required documents.
Who needs it
Business owners applying for a new or renewed River Rouge license should complete the application and provide the required documents and processing fee.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Download the River Rouge Business License Application and review its instructions and required documents.
- 2
Fill In The Application
Complete all applicable business, owner, and emergency contact sections. Leave the affidavit signature for the notary appointment.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule an appointment with a commissioned online notary and have your identification ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign and swear to the affidavit during the live video appointment when directed by the notary.
- 5
Submit To The City
Attach the required documents and submit the completed application and processing fee to the City of River Rouge.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from River Rouge. 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
- Which part of the application needs notarization?
- The affidavit for registration of a business, profession, or trade includes a subscribed-and-sworn block. The named affiant signs and swears to its statements before a notary.
- How do I get the affidavit notarized online?
- Complete the application but leave the affidavit signature for the appointment. Book with a commissioned online notary, show identification, and sign during the video session.
- Do I need to attach proof of a state license or permit?
- Yes. The affidavit says a copy of the required state license or permit must be attached. The application also says copies of required documents must be provided.
- Will the city accept an online notarization?
- Michigan permits remote electronic notarization by its commissioned notaries. Confirm with the city, village or township if unsure whether it will accept your completed application and notarized affidavit.
Business License Application in other Wayne County cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.