South River, MT · Middlesex County
Mercantile License Application
This application is for South River businesses seeking a mercantile license and is submitted to the Borough Clerk.
What this form is
The application requests a license for a business at a proposed South River location. It asks for business and owner details, the nature of the operation, property and parking information, and answers about licensing and legal history. The included code says a license is required before conducting business and that applications are made in writing to the Borough Clerk.
Who needs it
A person or business planning to conduct a business, trade, occupation, or activity in South River needs to apply for the required license.
How to submit it
Submit the written application to the Borough Clerk at 48 Washington Street, South River, NJ 08882. The form lists a $75 new fee, a $25 renewal fee, and a $25 replacement fee; fees are nonrefundable.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; its included business registration section also calls for a signature and certification, not notarization.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Mercantile License Application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Provide business and owner details, describe the operation, and answer the questions on the form.
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Gather Attachments
Attach copies of the applicant's driver's license and, if leasing, the rental agreement. Include other listed materials when applicable.
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Submit to the Borough Clerk
Submit the written application to the Borough Clerk at 48 Washington Street, South River, NJ 08882.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Mercantile License Application?
- No. The application asks for signatures and dates, not notarization. Its included business registration section also calls for a signature and certification, not notarization.
- Who uses the Mercantile License Application?
- A person or business planning to conduct a business, trade, occupation, or activity in South River uses this application to seek the required license.
- How do I submit the Mercantile License Application?
- Submit the written application to the Borough Clerk at 48 Washington Street, South River, NJ 08882. The form lists fees for new, renewal, and replacement applications.
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