Altoona, PA · Blair County
Contractor License Application
Altoona contractors conducting commercial work use this application to request a city contractor’s license and provide business, owner, and insurance information.
What this form is
The application is for contractors conducting commercial work in Altoona, who are required to obtain a city contractor’s license. It asks for business and owner contact details, the application date, and the applicant’s printed name, signature, and date. Applicants must attach a current certificate of insurance; the form lists a $100 fee. Residential-only contractors register using their state home improvement contractor’s license instead.
Who needs it
Contractors conducting commercial work in Altoona need this application; residential-only contractors register by providing their home improvement contractor’s license.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the Codes & Inspections Department, 1301 12th Street, Suite 103, Altoona, PA 16601. The form lists a $100 fee and phone number (814) 949-2456.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires a current certificate of insurance attachment but does not identify it as notarized or sworn.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Contractor License Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Enter the application date and requested business and owner details; print your name, sign, and date the form.
- 3
Gather The Insurance Attachment
Attach a current copy of your certificate of insurance.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the Codes & Inspections Department at the address printed on the form, with the listed $100 fee.
Frequently asked questions
- Who needs the Altoona Contractor License Application?
- Contractors conducting commercial work in Altoona must obtain a city contractor’s license. Contractors doing only residential work register by providing their home improvement contractor’s license.
- What should I include with the application?
- Provide the requested business and owner details, then sign and date the application. Attach a current copy of your certificate of insurance; the form lists a $100 fee.
- Do I need a notary for the Altoona Contractor License Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It requires a current certificate of insurance attachment, but does not say the attachment must be notarized or sworn.
- How do I submit the Altoona Contractor License Application?
- Submit it to the Codes & Inspections Department, 1301 12th Street, Suite 103, Altoona, PA 16601. The form lists a $100 fee and phone number (814) 949-2456.
Need something notarized?
This Contractor License Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Altoona form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.