How do I submit the rental license application?

The form lists the Citizens Service Center at 815 Washington Street, Reading. Include copies of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit and a $55 check or money order payable to the City.

What attachments does the application request?

Attach a copy of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit. The form also says to attach additional sheets if needed to list all rental properties in Reading.

What is the license fee listed on the form?

The application lists a $55 license fee and asks for a check or money order payable to the City of Reading.

Reading, PA · Berks County

No notary required

Business Privilege License Rental Application

This application is for Reading property owners who rent property within the city and need to apply for a business privilege license.

What this form is

Reading property owners use this application to request a business privilege license for rental properties within the city. It asks for owner and business details, the date rental revenue began, and a list of rental properties. The form says applicants must register with the Codes and Zoning Offices before license issuance and attach copies of their Zoning Permit and Housing Permit, along with a $55 check or money order.

Who needs it

Property owners with rental properties located in Reading should complete this application to apply for a business privilege license.

How to submit it

The form lists the Citizens Service Center at 815 Washington Street, Reading, as the city contact. Include copies of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit and a $55 check or money order payable to the City of Reading.

About notarization

This directory listing marks the application as not requiring a notary; the form mentions separate notarized statements as an option for partnership verification.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Business Privilege License Rental Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Answer all applicable questions and provide the requested owner, business, rental revenue, and property information.
3
Gather Required Attachments
Attach copies of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit, plus extra property-list sheets if needed.
4
Submit To The City
Include a $55 check or money order payable to the City of Reading and use the Citizens Service Center address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Reading rental license application?: No notary is required for this document. The form mentions separate notarized statements as an option for partnership verification.
How do I submit the rental license application?: The form lists the Citizens Service Center at 815 Washington Street, Reading. Include copies of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit and a $55 check or money order payable to the City.
What attachments does the application request?: Attach a copy of your Zoning Permit and Housing Permit. The form also says to attach additional sheets if needed to list all rental properties in Reading.
What is the license fee listed on the form?: The application lists a $55 license fee and asks for a check or money order payable to the City of Reading.

Need something notarized?

This Business Privilege License Rental Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Reading form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.