Long Beach, NY · Nassau County
Application for Mercantile License – Miscellaneous Contractor
This two-sided application is for miscellaneous contractors seeking a new or renewed Long Beach mercantile license for work such as carting, excavation, fuel delivery, HVAC, masonry, or sign installation.
- 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 City of Long Beach Office of the City Clerk uses this application to process new and renewal mercantile licenses for miscellaneous contractors. Applicants select a license category, provide business and owner information, answer questions about convictions and changes since the prior year, and swear that their statements are true. The form also requests references from new applicants and lists supporting documents, vehicle information, and fees to submit with the application.
Who needs it
Miscellaneous contractors applying for or renewing a Long Beach license must complete this form, including businesses in the listed categories and applicants providing other residential or commercial services.
Why it needs a notary
The applicant’s sworn statement must be signed before a notary public, who completes the form’s “Sworn To Before Me” block with the date and notary information.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the two-sided miscellaneous contractor mercantile license application from the City of Long Beach.
- 2
Complete Both Sides
Choose new application or renewal, select a license category, fill in the requested details, and gather the listed supporting documents.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote notarization session for the application’s sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign the sworn statement in the commissioned online notary’s presence during the video session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the completed application, fees, and required supporting materials to the City of Long Beach Office of the City Clerk.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Long Beach. 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 contractor application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book with a commissioned online notary. Sign the sworn statement during your video session and submit the completed form and required materials to the City Clerk.
- Do I need to bring supporting documents?
- The form lists insurance certificates, a Nassau County license for applicable contractors, vehicle registrations, and other items. New applicants must also provide references and a list of five recent jobs.
- Can I sign this application with an online notary?
- New York authorizes remote online notarization by its notaries under Executive Law §135-c. You can sign before a commissioned online notary in a video session.
- Where do I submit the completed application?
- The form is for the City of Long Beach Office of the City Clerk. Follow the city’s instructions for submitting the application, fees, and supporting documents; confirm with the city, town or village if unsure.