Columbus, OH · Franklin County
Scrap Metal Facility License Application
This application is for individuals applying on behalf of a business for a Columbus scrap metal facility license, including new applications, renewals, and ownership changes.
- 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 applicant and business details, facility activities, licensing history, and information about people managing or supervising daily operations. Applicants submit it to the City of Columbus License Section with proof of identity and the other listed requirements, which include a background check. The form includes a sworn statement affirming the application’s accuracy, to be signed before a notary or an agent of the Director of Building and Zoning Services.
Who needs it
A person applying for a Columbus scrap metal facility license on behalf of a business, including for a new license, renewal, or ownership change, needs this application.
Why it needs a notary
The form carries a State of Ohio and County of Franklin jurat; the applicant signs and swears to the application before a notary or an authorized city agent.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Scrap Metal Facility Application from the City of Columbus.
- 2
Fill Out the Form
Complete the applicant and business sections and gather the required supporting materials.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the sworn statement.
- 4
Sign on Video
Sign and swear to the application during the online notarization session.
- 5
Submit to the City
Send the completed application and listed requirements to the Columbus License Section.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Columbus. 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 scrap metal facility application notarized?
- Complete the application, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign and swear to the application during the video session, then submit it and the required materials to the Columbus License Section.
- Do I need to sign the application in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form includes a jurat stating that the applicant is sworn to before a notary or an agent of the Director of Building and Zoning Services.
- Can I use an online notary for this Columbus form?
- Ohio authorizes online notarization by its own notaries under R.C. §§147.60–147.66. Confirm with the city or village if unsure whether it will accept an online-notarized application.
- What else does the application list as a requirement?
- The form lists proof of identity and a BCI background check. It also lists a City Junk Yard License if applicable; check the application for fees and submission details.