Forest Lake, MN · Washington County
Massage Business or Similar Oriented Services License Application
This application collects business, ownership, background, insurance, and premises information from applicants seeking a new or renewed Forest Lake massage business license.
- 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 five-page form to apply for a new or renewed Forest Lake license for a massage business or similar oriented service. Applicants provide business and owner details, background information, tax identification, insurance and premises documentation, and required signatures. The form says renewal applications do not need to be notarized; the applicant’s certification on a new application must be sworn before a notary. Submit the application with the requested attachments and fees to the city.
Who needs it
Business owners applying for a new Forest Lake massage business or similar oriented services license must complete the application and provide the requested supporting documents.
Why it needs a notary
The application carries a sworn-to and subscribed-before-me jurat; the applicant signs the certification before the notary, while renewal applications do not need notarization.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Application
Get the Forest Lake massage business or similar oriented services license application from the city.
- 2
Fill Out The Form
Complete the applicable new or renewal sections and gather the requested records, insurance certificate, plans, and other attachments.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
For a new application, book a commissioned online notary appointment for the applicant certification.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the applicant certification during the video appointment so the notary can complete the jurat.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application, attachments, and required fees to the City of Forest Lake.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Forest Lake. 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 get the application notarized?
- Complete the new-license application, then sign its applicant certification during a video appointment with a commissioned online notary. The notary completes the jurat.
- Do I need to notarize a renewal application?
- No. The form states that renewal applications do not need to be notarized. The sworn applicant certification applies to a new application.
- Can I complete this form with an online notary?
- Minnesota authorizes remote online notarization for its own notaries under the Remote Online Notarization Act, Minn. Stat. §358.645, and Minn. Stat. §358.61 recognizes notarial acts by a notary public or other authorized officer of another state.
- What documents should I attach?
- The form requests a copy of the applicant’s driver’s license, liability insurance certificate, business records, premises-interest documents, facility plans or layouts, and a completed authorization and consent for release of personal information.
- Should I check with the city before submitting?
- If you are unsure which attachments or fees apply to your application, confirm with the city if unsure.