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If you give advanced life support care, you need an operating certificate. This certificate is from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). It does not let you move patients.

If you run an ambulance business, you must register with the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Businesses that make clothes must register every year with the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL). This includes:

An asbestos handler is someone who is paid to remove, repair or enclose materials that have asbestos. To do this job, you need special training from a center approved by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). You also need certification from the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

An asbestos handler supervisor leads the removal, repair or enclosure of materials with asbestos. To become one, you need special training from a New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) approved center. You also need certification from the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

An asbestos investigator checks buildings for asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and conducts hazard assessments for ACM. To do this job, you need a special certificate and experience or technical training.

If your business uses a name that is not its legal name, you need a Certificate of Assumed Name. This certificate is also called a "doing business as" (DBA) certificate. You must file this certificate with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If you buy, sell or trade all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), you need to register with the New York State (NYS) Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

People who test backflow prevention devices need training and certification from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If you have a bank holding company in New York State, you must register with the New York State (NYS) Department of Financial Services (DFS).

To start a bank or trust in New York State, you need a charter from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). The charter allows your company to do business.

If your business sell used mattresses, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If your business manufactures bedding, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If your business fixes or renovates used bedding, you must register with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If you buy or sell motor boats, you must register with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

If your business bottles water, you need a special certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If your business sells water in bulk for human consumption, you need a certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If your business uses a name other than its legal name, you need a Certificate of Assumed Name from your county clerk. This certificate is also called a business certificate.

City Fire Department

The City Fire Department has rules for all one-way emergency voice services. Only the FDNY or building workers with an F-53 Certificate of Fitness can use these services.

If a required fire protection system is not working in a building, a fire watch is needed. A person with a Certificate of Fitness must do the fire watch.

If you inspect, test and maintain sprinkler systems in New York City, you need a Certificate of Fitness.

The City Fire Department needs anyone who inspects, tests and maintains standpipe systems in New York City to have an S-13 or S-14 Certificate of Fitness.

If you test and clean smoke detectors in New York City, you need a Certificate of Fitness for Cleaning and Testing of Smoke Detectors (F-78/S-78).

The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) says that commercial cooking exhaust systems must be cleaned by someone with a Certificate of Fitness (W-64/P-64). This person must work for an FDNY-approved company.

The City Fire Department says all homeless shelters need a person with a Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters (F-80). This certificate is also needed in any building or occupancy that must have a one-way voice communication system. This applies if the building is used by more than 15 people for more than 30 days, including emergency shelters.

A principal of a company that installs, inspects, tests and services fire alarm systems in New York City needs a Certificate of Fitness for Fire Alarm Systems Inspection, Testing and Service Principal (S-97). You must know the manufacturer's recommendations for different fire alarm systems.

A technician who installs, inspects, tests and services fire alarm systems in New York City needs a Certificate of Fitness for Fire Alarm Systems Inspection, Testing and Service Technician (S-98).

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor.

Principals and assistant principals who lead fire drills in New York City K-12 schools must have a Certificate of Fitness for Fire and Emergency Drill Conductor (D-10).

You need a Certificate of Fitness to be a Fire Guard in shelters if there is no sprinkler system or if the fire protection system is not working.

A Certificate of Fitness holder must be present to watch for fires during hot work operations.

A Fire and Life Safety (FLS) Director is needed in some buildings, including high-rise office buildings, hotels and buildings with special fire alarm systems. These buildings need a Comprehensive Fire Safety and Emergency Action Plan or are buildings that previously required Fire Safety Directors.

The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) says that some places need flame-resistant decorations. These places include Groups A, E, I and M occupancies; Group R-1 college and university dorms; common areas in Groups B, R-1 and R-2 occupancies; and any building or place used for public gatherings.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to handle and dispense flammable or combustible liquids in portable containers. These liquids include motor fuels like gasoline and diesel fuel.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to handle, use and store compressed flammable gases. This certificate is only valid for the person and location it is issued to.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to help support fire safety at a place of assembly (PA) or temporary place of assembly (TPA). This certificate is for a specific person and location.

You need a Certificate of Fitness (CoF) to supervise an oil burner that is not fully automatic or needs preheating. The certificate holder must be in the building when the burner is on.

You need a permit to store, handle or use dangerous materials in a lab if you have more than 1 gallon (3.8L) of flammable liquid, more than 1 gallon (3.8L) of combustible liquid and more than 75 SCF (2.12 m3) of flammable gas.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to operate petroleum pipelines. This certificate is only for the person it is given to. You can use it anywhere in New York City.

If you work in a central station that reports fires in New York City, you need a Certificate of Fitness for Operator of Central Station Signaling Systems (F-40).

You need a Certificate of Fitness to use powder actuated tools. These tools can be dangerous, so you must create a safe zone behind the work area.

You need a Certificate of Fitness from the City Fire Department. This is for people who inspect, test and maintain sprinkler systems in residential buildings or structures classified as R-2 occupancies. It is for buildings up to six stories high. These buildings can have up to 30 sprinkler heads or a compactor sprinkler system.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to use, handle, store and compress flammable gases with pressure above 6 psi. This certificate is only for the person it is given to. It can be used anywhere in New York City.

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness for Special Effects (E-series). This includes E-01, E-02, E-03, E-04, E-05 and E-06.

Buildings with multi-zone standpipe systems must be under the supervision of a person with an S-14 Certificate of Fitness. This certificate is only valid at one location and for the person who gets it.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to store and handle corrosives and oxidizers. This certificate is for a specific location and person.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to store or handle liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or compressed natural gas (CNG). These gases are extremely flammable, so safety is critical.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to store, handle and use hazardous materials.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise dry cleaning facilities that use Class II or III solvents. The certificate is for a specific location and person.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to store, handle and use flammable or combustible liquids. This is required if you have a New York City Fire Department (FDNY) permit.

You need a Certificate of Fitness if you have 100 pounds or more of aerosols. Aerosols are things like:

Every building with a fire alarm system needs someone physically present with an S-95 Certificate of Fitness for supervision of fire alarm systems and other related systems.

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness to supervise flammable and combustible finishing operations:

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise piped non-flammable medical gases. You must handle and store these gases safely. These gases include:

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise portable fueled space heaters at construction sites. These heaters give temporary heat to buildings during construction.

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness to supervise sanitary landfill methane recovery facilities:

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise the storage, handling and use of commercial cryogenic systems and liquids. You must be on-site at all times during operation if you have this certificate.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to help keep fire safety at temporary events. This certificate is valid only for the person it is issued to and can be used anywhere in New York City.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to store, handle, use or refill non-flammable gas cylinders. These cylinders are often used in health care places. Non-flammable gases include:

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness for dispensing, supervising and maintaining a compressed natural gas (CNG) facility:

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise a bulk oil storage facility. A certificate holder must be there when the plant is running.

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness for the supervision of liquified natural gas (LNG) plants:

City Fire Department

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness to handle liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or compressed natural gas (CNG):

You need a Certificate of Fitness to use an oxygen-fuel torch or any flammable gas torch in making jewelry and for dental lab work. You must control the pressure and flow of oxygen and natural gas to each torch.

The City Fire Department needs you to have a Certificate of Fitness to use a torch with oxygen and a flammable gas. This includes using a torch for torch-applied roofing systems.

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness to use and handle liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or compressed natural gas (CNG):

City Fire Department

The City Fire Department offers a Certificate of Fitness to operate and maintain air compressors:

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise aerial crane fueling at construction sites and other locations. This includes using diesel fuel or other flammable liquids.

You need a Certificate of Fitness to supervise the temporary storage and dispensing of flammable or combustible liquids at movie and TV production sites.

All teachers who use labs in NYC K-12 schools need a Certificate of Fitness. This certificate is for handling and using chemicals. The certificate is valid only at a specific location and for the person it is issued to.

All lab workers who store and handle chemicals in NYC K-12 schools need a Certificate of Fitness (D-15). This certificate is valid only at a specific location and for the person it is issued to.

All corporations in New York State must file a Certificate of Incorporation with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) tells you how you can legally use a building.

If a refrigerating system needs a permit from the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), you need a Certificate of Qualification (Q01) to watch the system while it is running. This certificate is specific to the location.

City Fire Department

The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) requires a Certificate of Registration for Expeditor (Filing Processor) Principal (R-01) .

In New York State, you need a certificate to be a first responder. The Certified First Responder (CFR) Certificate comes from the New York State (NYS) Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Home health agencies must be certified to operate in New York State. This certificate is from the NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH).

To be a director or assistant director of a clinical lab, you need a certificate from the Wadsworth Center of the New York State Department of Health. Laboratories must have a certified director to get a permit.

You need a Certificate of Fitness (COF) to watch over the storage and use of flammable or combustible liquids at construction sites. This certificate is only valid for the person it is issued to and can be used anywhere in New York City.

Nursing and retirement homes need an operating certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). It is for facilities that offer continuing care for a fee. These places operate to improve quality of life, not to provide medical care.

If you start a new corporation in New York State, you must file a Certificate of Incorporation with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

In New York State, diagnostic and treatment centers (clinics) need a certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If you want to teach at a driving school, you need a Driving School Instructor Certificate from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

To become a Certified First Responder (CFR) or an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), you need to train with an approved course provider. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) approves these providers. After you finish the training, you will get a certificate.

Assisted living homes can get a special certificate called the Enhanced Assisted Living Residence (EALR) Certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) to provide additional care.

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) requires commercial, noncommercial and government labs to get an Environmental Laboratory Approval Program (ELAP) Certification. This is needed to test environmental samples from New York State.

Organizations must have a certificate to euthanize animals. This certificate is issued by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) must check and approve all food made at a food processing plant.

The NYC Health Academy offers a food protection course for restaurant managers, operators and other staff. Anyone can take this class.

Foster care residential programs need a Foster Care Operating Certificate from the New York State Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS).

Funeral firms must register with the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). They must meet facility requirement. They must follow laws and rules on customer rights and the treatment of human remains.

If you want to store hazardous substances in bulk, you need a Registration Certificate. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) gives this certificate.

Hospices and palliative care facilities need a certificate to operate in New York State. This certificate comes from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Hospitals in New York State need two certificates: an Operating Certificate and a Certificate of Need. Both come from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Businesses and individuals who need hypodermic syringes for professional reasons must obtain a certificate issued by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

In New York State, you need a license to be a "Certified Interior Designer." The New York State Education Department (NYSED) issues this certificate.

You need this certificate to run a juvenile detention facility. The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) gives out this certificate.

If your limited liability company (LLC) is from another state, you can register for a Certificate of Authority in New York State. You need to register with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

Home health care programs need a certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

You need a certificate to use a mobile laser in New York State. Mobile laser operators must meet requirements for education and experience.

If you repair motor vehicles, you need a certificate from the New York State DMV.

Not-for-profit corporations (non-profits) must file a Certificate of Incorporation with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If you have a business that buys or gets plant nursery stock to resell, you must register with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

If you use pesticides for a business, you need a Pesticide Applicator (Commercial) Certification. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) gives this permit.

If you use pesticides for agriculture, you need a Pesticide Applicator (Private) Certification. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) gives this permit.

A Place of Assembly Certificate of Operation (PA) shows that places where many people gather are safe. The Department of Buildings (DOB) issues this certificate.

If you grow plants to sell, you need to register with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

If you want to recruit students for a private adult school or trade school, you need a certificate. This certificate lets you be a private school agent. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives out this certificate.

The State Agriculture and Markets Department says every dairy business needs a certified Processing Plant Superintendent. This person makes sure the plant is clean and safe.

If you install radiation equipment in New York State, you need a certificate from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If you own or use any radiation equipment for patient care, you need a Radiation Producing Equipment - Certificate of Registration from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). You need this certificate to set up, keep or use the equipment. Registrations are sorted by facility and permit type. You must renew your registration every two years.

Educational institutions in New York need a charter or certificate of incorporation. The New York State Board of Regents gives these.

The New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) gives the Operating Certificate. This certificate is for places that help victims of domestic violence, which can be physical, emotional or financial abuse. It can happen in romantic or parent-child relationships. OCFS protects victims and checks these places.

The Restricted Asbestos Handler Certification is for workers trained at any of the New York State Department of Health approved centers. These workers are certified by the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) and the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). They perform construction work in preparation for or to assist in the actual abatement work.

Homeless youth shelters need permits from the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). OCFS works with the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) to oversee shelters in New York City.

This certificate lets a safe deposit company open a new branch. The State Banking Department gives this certificate.

This certificate lets a business run a safe deposit company.

People or businesses that handle life insurance need a certificate. This certificate is from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). With it, savings banks can have departments to sell life insurance.

If you collect and dispose of scrap metal from cars, you need a certificate. The New York State DMV gives this certificate. Repair shops must say they dispose of scrap on their Repair Shop application.

Scrap processors buy vehicles to turn them into scrap. They are certified by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Processors do not sell vehicles or their parts.

If you deliver seafood in New York City, you need a Seafood Delivery Business Registration. This is for businesses that use trucks or other vehicles to deliver seafood from wholesalers to stores or other wholesalers.

Most events with limited durations need a Temporary Place of Assembly (TPA) Certificate of Operation (TPACO).

You need a Temporary Waterfront Event Certificate for events on City-owned waterfront property. You need this certificate if:

The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) gives Certified Registrations. This lets you use therapeutic radiation units (LINACs) to treat people.

The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issues a Water Potability Certificate to wholesale food establishments. This certificate is needed if a government agency asks for it.

You need a special permit called a Place of Assembly (PA) Certificate of Operation if:

You need a Wholesale Seafood Business Registration to sell seafood at a New York City public wholesale market and sell seafood for resale to the public. If you sell seafood that another business has processed and packaged, you are not a wholesaler.

You need a license to give advice on workplace safety and workers' compensation. This license is from the New York State Department of Labor.

This certificate lets you help someone buy or sell a boat or yacht.

The Accelerated Sales Tax Exemption Program (ASTEP) helps businesses buy equipment or make renovations without paying sales tax. The New York City Industrial Development Agency (NYCIDA) runs ASTEP.

The Business Incentive Rate (BIR) is an energy discount program run by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and Con Edison. The EDC can provide BIR benefits.

The Con Edison Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency (CIEE) Program gives cash rebates and incentives for energy-saving projects. Projects include installing energy-efficient equipment and technology. Only Con Edison gas and electric customers can join.

The Commercial Expansion Program (CEP) helps fill occupancy in offices and industrial spaces. CEP gives property tax benefits for new, renewal and expansion leases. These spaces must be built before January 1, 1999, and must be in a special zone. Applicants must also make some physical improvements to the spaces and common areas.

The Commercial Revitalization Program (CRP) helps improve some areas of the City. It focuses on older business areas and increasing office and store use. The program's tax benefits include property tax abatements and Commercial Rent Tax reductions. Eligible buildings must be nonresidential or mixed-use built before 1975 and located in specific abatement zones.

Businesses can use two federal tax incentives to help cover the costs of making access improvements for customers with disabilities or the elderly. These incentives help businesses follow the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) can help lower project costs via tax incentives and bond financing. These incentives come from two groups:

The Emerging Business Enterprise (EBE) Certification Program helps businesses owned, operated and controlled by people who face social and economic disadvantages. These businesses get special help with New York City contracts. The goal is to make city contracts fairer for these business owners.

The Employment Incentive Credit (EIC) is a tax credit for businesses in New York State. If your business claims the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and creates new jobs, you may get the EIC for the next two years.

The Empowerment Zone Wage Tax Credit helps businesses in special areas called Empowerment Zones. They were created to encourage business growth and economic development in low-income communities. New York City has two Empowerment Zones. One is in Upper Manhattan. The other is in the South Bronx.

The Energy Cost Savings Program (ECSP) helps businesses save money on energy. It can cut energy costs by up to 45 percent and natural gas costs by up to 35 percent. These savings last for eight years. After that, the savings go down by 20 percent each year for four more years.

The Excelsior Jobs Program helps businesses in certain industries in New York State. Businesses can get tax credits over 10 years for investing and creating new jobs.

The Food Retail Expansion to Support Health (FRESH) program helps bring grocery stores to neighborhoods that need them. It offers zoning and financial incentives to make this happen.

The Green Roof Property Tax Abatement gives a one-year tax break. This is for building a green roof on homes and businesses in New York City. This program helps the City's long-term sustainability plan, PlaNYC.

The NYC Business Incentives Estimator helps businesses find and learn about city, state, and federal incentives that are directly applicable to their operations. By answering a series of questions regarding their businesses activities, location, and size, users receive a list of incentives programs they are estimated to be eligible for. Additionally, the Incentives Estimator also provides users with pro forma calculations for estimated savings with an estimated yearly benefit schedule based on their answers. Please note that the Incentives Estimator is now updated.

Businesses that export or import goods can get help from the state and federal government.

The Industrial and Commercial Abatement Program (ICAP) helps lower property taxes for up to 25 years for industrial and commercial buildings that are updated, expanded or improved. ICAP replaced the Industrial Commercial Exemption Program (ICIP) in 2008. ICIP benefits approved before 2008 are still valid.

The Industrial Business Zone (IBZ) Relocation Tax Credit is a one-time tax credit. It gives $1,000 per moved worker to industrial and manufacturing firms. These firms must move to one of the City's 21 IBZs. Firms moving within an IBZ can also get this credit.

The Industrial Effectiveness Program helps factories improve and grow. Empire State Development runs this program.

Businesses in New York State can get a tax credit when they invest in buildings, machines or equipment. This credit is called the Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

The Locally-Based Enterprise (LBE) Certification Program helps businesses in poor areas of the city. It also helps businesses that hire economically disadvantaged people. These businesses get at least 10% of subcontracting opportunities on City construction jobs.

The Lower Manhattan Energy Program (LMEP) helps property owners and business renters save money on electricity. They can save up to 45% on electricity costs. These savings last for eight years. After that, the savings go down by 20% each year for four more years.

The Lower Manhattan Relocation and Employment Assistance Program for Eligible Businesses (LMREAP-EB) gives tax credits to businesses that move to Lower Manhattan. Your business has to move at least one employee from outside the LMREAP-EB area to a qualified location to be eligible.

The Lower Manhattan Relocation and Employment Assistance Program for Special Eligible Businesses (LMREAP-SEB) helps businesses that move to Lower Manhattan that do not qualify for the Lower Manhattan Relocation and Employment Assistance Program for Eligible Businesses (LMREAP-EB) because they already had employees in Manhattan before relocation. To apply, your business must move from outside the City to a qualified location.

The "Made in NY" Marketing Credit program helps film and TV shows get free co-branded ads in New York City, the U.S.'s top media market. To qualify, at least 75 percent of your film or TV show must be made in New York City.

The Manufacturing Assistance Program provides monetary grants for manufacturing businesses. Grants are for projects to improve productivity or competitiveness.

The City of New York Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program helps you, as a minority and/or women entrepreneur, access government contracts and grow your businesses. When you get certified with the City, your business becomes more visible to buyers, including City agencies and private contractors looking to purchase goods and services.

National Grid's Commercial and Industrial Efficiency Program helps businesses in New York City save on natural gas. This program used to be called the Economic Development Gas Rate (EDGAR).

The New Markets Revolving Loan Fund (NMRLF) is a federal program to help small business owners in low-income areas get loans. The program gives money to loan providers, then the providers must match the funds dollar for dollar.

The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) is a federal program that helps provide money for buying, building and fixing up buildings in low-income areas. This includes:

The Pre-Development Design Grant helps with early planning for brownfield redevelopment. Brownfields are empty or underused sites where environmental contamination may complicate redevelopment or reuse. These grants help with redevelopment planning before environmental field investigation and clean up.

NYC Accelerator offers free, personalized guidance to help your building use less energy, saving you money and helping the environment. The program also helps you follow New York City's rules for cutting greenhouse gases (Local Law 97 and the Climate Mobilization Act).

The Biotechnology Tax Credit helps investors and owners of qualified emerging technology companies (QETCs) focused on biotechnology to claim a tax credit for certain costs in New York City. These costs include:

The NYC Clean Trucks Program is a rebate incentive funding program. It wascreated to reduce diesel exhaust emissions by replacing older diesel trucks.

The Garment Center Program is run by the New York City Industrial Development Agency (NYCIDA). It helps property owners who rent space to fashion manufacturers in the Garment District. The program gives real estate tax breaks.

The Commercial Charge Account Program helps companies pay for tolls incurred in their business. The New York State Thruway Authority runs this program.

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) helps agriculture businesses save energy. They offer energy checks for such businesses. Urban agriculture businesses such as greenhouses, vegetable growers and poultry producers can get help.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has a program called the Commercial New Construction Program (CNCP). This program helps businesses make new or renovated buildings more energy efficient. It offers technical support to building design teams and also gives financial incentives to building owners.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) FlexTech Program helps businesses in New York State make informed energy decisions. It gives custom advice to many types of organizations. These include commercial, industrial, government and not-for-profit groups.

The Industrial and Process Efficiency Program helps manufacturers and data centers save energy.

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) helps clean energy businesses hire new workers. Businesses can get up to $100,000. NYSERDA will pay 50% of a new worker's wages for up to 16 weeks. For some workers, NYSERDA will pay for up to 24 weeks.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) runs the Real-Time Energy Management (RTEM) program.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) gives free energy checks to small businesses and not-for-profit groups. These checks help these organizations make smart energy choices and save energy.

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) helps transportation businesses save money on energy.

Organizations can get a full or partial cut in property taxes if they use the property for certain not-for-profit purposes.

The Qualified Emerging Technology Company (QETC) Certification and Capital Tax Credit gives a tax credit to some businesses.

This credit rewards companies for creating jobs.

The Relocation and Employment Assistance Program (REAP) helps businesses. It gives income tax credits for moving jobs to certain areas in New York City. If your business moves jobs from outside New York City or below 96th Street in Manhattan to areas above 96th Street or other boroughs, you can apply.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers 7(a) loans. These loans help small businesses. Commercial lenders give these loans.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 loan program helps small businesses get money for new assets. These loans can be used for:

The Small Business Commercial Direct Install (CDI) program helps small businesses save energy. Con Edison runs this program.

The Small Business Health Care Tax Credit helps small businesses that give health care coverage to their workers. This credit is for businesses with fewer than 25 full-time workers with average wages under $50,000 a year.

The Solar Electric Generating Systems Tax Abatement program helps people save money on taxes who build a solar electric generating system in their homes or businesses in New York City. This program is part of the City's plan to be more sustainable. It provides an incentive for building owners to use cleaner power and cut down on pollution.

The Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Program (MWBE) helps businesses owned by women and/or minorities in New York State. If you own, run and control a business as a woman or minority, you can join this program. The program gives these businesses priority for state government contracts.

The Trade Adjustment Assistance Grant helps businesses impacted by foreign competition. It is for manufacturers or service firms in New York, New Jersey or Puerto Rico.

The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit. It gives employers up to $9,600 for hiring people from certain groups.

This tax credit helps employers hire people with disabilities.

All boilers in New York City must be inspected and certified by the Department of Buildings Boiler Unit.

The federal government has rules for food safety covering the making and selling of food. Businesses must follow City, State and federal rules.

The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) inspects for the proper storage of hazardous chemicals in New York City. These checks help keep people and buildings safe from fires caused by these chemicals.

The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) inspects buildings and other places in New York City. They do this to make sure that code, laws, rules or regulations are being enforced to keep the public safe.

All amusement rides in New York City, like ferris wheels and carousels, must be inspected by the Department of Buildings (DOB). They also need a license from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP).

All devices that measure petroleum at a business must be tested and sealed. This includes:

The New York City (NYC) Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) inspects scales at businesses. They make sure the scales are correct. You can ask for a scale check online or by calling 311.

New York State and New York City have laws about weights and measures. These laws say items must be sold by their true weight or measure. The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) inspects scales and measuring devices. This includes gas pumps and home heating oil delivery truck meters. They make sure these devices work correctly.

New York State and New York City have laws about weights and measures. These laws make sure items are sold by their true weight or size. The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) inspects gas stations every year. They also look into customer complaints to make sure the laws are followed.

This license allows an insurer to conduct accident and health insurance business in New York State.

Businesses from outside New York State need this license to provide accident and health coverage in New York.

If you run a beauty business, you need a special license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS). This license is different from those for styling hair, doing manicures and other services.

Nonprofit groups in New York State need permission to use money from bingo games, and they must have a license from the New York State Gaming Commission.

Nonprofit groups need permission to use money from games of chance, and they must have a license from the New York State Gaming Commission.

In New York State, health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and nonprofit health insurance companies need this license.

You need an Assisted Living Residence (ALR) License if your business provides certain care services. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) issues this license.

This license allows businesses move household items in New York State.

Businesses need this permit to transport property that is not considered a household good. Household goods are things like:

A Bait License lets you harvest and sell certain fish and water insects as bait. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) gives these licenses.

Businesses need a Ball Park/Stadium Beer License to sell beer at ballparks, stadiums, racetracks and arenas. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

The Barber Shop Owner or Area Renter License lets you own, control or run a barber shop. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives out these licenses.

You need a permit to install, run or build any pool in New York City. This rule comes from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. This includes pools owned by City agencies, businesses or private groups. Examples are:

You need a permit to run a bathing place without a pool in New York City. This includes steam rooms, saunas and spray grounds.

The New York Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) offers a black car base license. This is required if you want to run a business that offers rides in New York City. This is needed for any business that sends cars to pick up people. Your base must have a TLC license to offer rides in New York City. All cars and drivers linked to your base must also have the right licenses from the TLC.

The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) issues a black car vehicle license. You need this license to use a car for for-hire rides in New York City.

If your business assesses the cost of car body damage, you need a license from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues a booting company license. This is needed for any business that will put a device on a parked car to stop it from moving.

If your business has musical entertainment for more than 600 people, you need a Cabaret Liquor License to serve alcohol. The New York State Liquor Authority (NYSLA) issues this license.

Your business can create a company to insure your risks. You need a license from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS).

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection(DCWP) offers a car wash license.

If your business caters private events at their place of business and serves alcohol, you need a Catering Establishment License from the State Liquor Authority (SLA).

Your business needs a license to cash checks in New York State. This license comes from the New York State (NYS) Department of Financial Services (DFS).

If you or your business processes or exchanges coins, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for combo garage and parking lot.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues a license for commercial lessors. This is needed if your business will rent space to nonprofit groups for charitable games such as bingo and games of chance.

The New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) gives licenses to businesses to run commuter vans. These vans drive people around New York City. They can carry between 9 and 20 passengers. The vans follow a set schedule. They travel between homes and places such as work, transit stations, shopping centers or recreation areas.

A commuter van is a vehicle that can seat 9 to 20 people. The NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) gives licenses to these vans. They can carry passengers for-hire in an Authorized Commuter Van Service.

If your business makes, sells or uses controlled substances, you need a license from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Cooperative insurance companies need this license to work in New York State. Contact the Department of Financial Services for more details.

You must send new permit and renewal applications to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Do this at least 90 days before the camp opens.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for dealing in products for the disabled. This license is needed if you sell, rent, fix or adjust any device for the disabled. This covers braces, crutches and wheelchairs.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives the Debt Collection Agency License. If your business collects or tries to collect personal or household debts from New York City residents, you need this license. This rule applies even if your business is outside New York State.

Driving schools in New York State need a license from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). This license lets schools:

If your drug store wants to sell beer, cider or wine, you need a special license from the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA).

If your drug store wants to sell beer, you need a Drug Store Off-Premise Beer License from the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA).

You need an Eating Place Beer License to sell beer and cider at your restaurant. This license does not let you sell wine or liquor. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

You need an Electronic & Home Appliance Service Dealer license to fix or service electronic items and home appliances. This also includes off-site repairs. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

You need a license to sell electronic cigarettes. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

You need an Electronics Store License if you sell electronic goods. This includes cell phones, tablets, audio equipment, video equipment, photographic equipment, computers or computer equipment, and calculators.

You need an Employment Agency License to help people find jobs for a fee. This includes helping employers find workers. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

A business needs this license to buy insurance from companies not licensed in New York State.

You need a permit to exhibit or use any animal in New York City for business. This includes animals in theatrical performances, circuses or wildlife rehabilitator demonstrations.

A Farm Winery License lets you make and sell wine where you grow the fruit. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

Businesses that want to sell or make guns or bullets in the United States need a Federal Firearms License. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) issues out this license.

You need a Fill Material Operation Permit to do landfilling, grading, land improvements or changing property grades by adding fill material. The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) gives this permit for construction projects in New York City.

This license allows the organization of a domestic stock financial guaranty insurance company in New York State.

You need a Firearms Dealer License to sell handguns or ammunition in New York City.

Any business that sells packaged foods that are ready to eat needs a Food Processing Establishment License from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

This license lets a fraternal benefit society run an insurance business. The business can offer:

You need this license to sell or give out frozen desserts in New York State. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this license.

You need this license to make frozen desserts in New York State. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this license.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues a Games of Chance License. You need this license to run games where prizes are given based on chance. This is based on designated numbers, colors or symbols. Only certain groups can get this license. These groups include religious groups, charity groups, veterans' groups and volunteer firefighter groups.

You need a Garage License if your business holds five or more vehicles in a closed space. You must charge a fee, either directly or indirectly. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

You need a license to look at insurance policies for money. You also need a license to give advice about insurance.

You need a General Vendor Distributor License if you use motor vehicles to move goods to public places. These places include sidewalks, streets or plazas. This license lets you sell to a general vendor. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

You need a General Vendor License to sell, lease or offer goods or services in a public space that is not a store.

If you own a grocery or drug store in New York State and want to sell beer, cider or wine, you need a special license. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) issues these licenses. You can get the Grocery and Drug Store Beer/Wine Products License or the Grocery Store Beer/Wine Products License.

If you want to sell beer in a grocery store in New York State, you need the Grocery Store Beer License. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives out this license.

Group Family Day Care is child care in a family home on a regular basis. It lasts more than three hours per day per child. This care can include:

You need a Home Improvement Contractor License to do construction, repair, remodeling or other home improvement work to any residential land or building in New York City. This includes work such as building, replacing or fixing of basements, driveways, fences, garages, landscaping, patios, porches, sidewalks, swimming pools and terraces or any other improvements to structures or land next to a home or apartment building.

Home inspectors need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for horse-drawn cab owners.

If you want to participate in a horse race in New York State, you need a license. The New York State Gaming Commission gives these licenses.

In New York State, you need a license to investigate and adjust insurance claims. For more information, contact the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYS DFS).

You need an Industrial Laundry Delivery License if your business moves certain laundry.

A business needs an Industrial Laundry License if it provides laundry services to other businesses like hotels, hospitals, restaurants, gyms and retail laundries, or runs a laundry service in connection with any commercial business, such as a hotel, restaurant or gym.

The New York State DMV issues licenses to inspection stations. These stations check motor vehicles to make sure they are safe and meet emissions rules.

You need a Trade Waste Removal License for your business to remove, collect or dispose trade waste from businesses in New York City. Trade waste includes regular waste, organic waste, recyclable materials, medical waste and waste materials resulting from building demolition, construction, alteration or excavation. The license lasts for two years.

Nonprofit groups need a license to conduct bingo games. They must register with the New York State Gaming Commission. After signing up, they must get a license from the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs.

Nonprofit groups need a license to run games of chance. First, they must register with the New York State Gaming Commission. After that, they need a license from the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP).

This license lets lenders charge interest rates higher than those normally permitted by law.

In New York State, you need a license to be a life insurance consultant. A consultant provides expert and professional advice on insurance. Licensed consultants cannot sell, solicit or negotiate an insurance policy, as to do so would require licensing as an agent or broker.

In New York State, you need a special license to sell life and health insurance.

People and companies need this license to conduct transactions involving life or health insurance.

Businesses that rent certain items need this license to offer insurance for the items rented.

The Liquor Store License lets businesses sell cider, liquor and wine to take home. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

The City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) gives licenses to new livery bases.

A livery vehicle is a car licensed by the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC).

This license lets a store sell New York State Lottery tickets. You must be 18 or older to buy a ticket.

The City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) gives licenses to businesses that run luxury limos. A Luxury Limo Base uses a radio or other system to send information to drivers of TLC-licensed luxury limos.

A luxury limousine is a for-hire vehicle.

If you manufacture, process, assemble, freeze or store frozen desserts for distribution or sale to consumers, you need a permit. This permit is from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). You need this permit along with any other food permits.

A taxicab broker helps transfer a taxi license (medallion). This can be a person or a business.

Medallion owners have a special license. This license lets you own a car that the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) approves for use as a taxi. Only medallion taxicabs can pick up people who hail them on the street, anywhere in the City. The number of medallions in the City is limited by State law. However, you can transfer a medallion by law and resell it.

You need a Milk Dealer License to sell, distribute or process unpasteurized milk. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets issues this license.

The Mobile Food Vending License lets you make and sell food from a truck or pushcart. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) gives this license as a photo ID badge. There are no waiting lists to apply for this license.

Businesses that sell or issue ways to pay, or send and receive money by wire transfer, need a Money Transmitter License. This license comes from the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS).

Companies that sell mortgage guaranty insurance need a license in New York State. There are different licenses for companies in New York and those outside New York.

If you provide information for mortgage loans in New York State, you need a Mortgage Loan Originator License. The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) gives out these licenses.

Businesses that sell mutual property or casualty insurance in New York State need a license. You need a separate license if your business is based outside New York State.

You need a Newsstand License to run a stand on a public sidewalk. This stand is not easy to move. It is mainly for selling newspapers and magazines. You can also sell cigarettes, lottery tickets and snacks if you have the right permits.

This license lets you sell liquor, wine, cider and beer at your restaurant, tavern, nightclub, theater or other place. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

All bathing beaches in New York City need a Permit to Operate a Bathing Beach issued by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

If you keep horses for a fee, you need a permit from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). It does not matter if the horses are private or rented (such as for riding lessons or for use with horse-drawn carriages).

If you want to help people in wheelchairs, you need a Paratransit Base License. Paratransit vehicles are wheelchair-accessible vans. These vans help people who use wheelchairs or need special help in New York City. They have lifts or ramps to help people get in and out.

To drive a Paratransit vehicle in New York City, you need a Paratransit Vehicle License. This license is for vehicles that help people in wheelchairs get around. The Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) gives out these licenses.

You need a Parking Lot License if your business can hold five or more cars in an open, unenclosed space and charges a fee or other payment either directly or indirectly. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out the pawnbroker license. A pawnbroker, also called a "collateral loan broker," is a person, partnership or company that loans money on personal items or buys personal items and sells them back at a set price. This is defined in New York State General Business Law (GBL) §52.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for pedicab businesses.

If you own a landmark or a building in a designated historic district in New York City, you need a permit from the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) before doing any work. You also need a permit from LPC for any work that needs a permit from the Department of Buildings (DOB).

This license lets you run a pet cemetery or pet crematorium in New York State. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives out this license.

If you sell more than nine dogs or cats each year, you need a Pet Dealer License. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives out this license.

If you want to run a petting zoo in New York City, you need a permit from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Office of Veterinary Public Health Services (VPHS).

You need this permit to build and run private sewage systems in subdivision realty developments with 15 or more homes.

Branch offices for private investigators need their own licenses. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives these licenses.

You need a Process Serving Agency License if you or your business assigns, distributes or delivers process to another for actual service. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

To sell or manage property insurance in New York State, you need a license. There are two types of licenses:

If you want to negotiate settlements for people with fire damage claims, you need a public adjuster license.

Businesses that use radioactive materials need a license. This license comes from the New York State Department of Health (DOH). These materials can be used for business or science.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) controls the possession and use of radioactive material in New York City. The DOHMH does this for the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The DOHMH Office of Radiological Health checks and licenses materials for medical, academic and research use in the City.

Dairy farmers need a Raw Milk Dealer License to sell raw milk. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this license.

This permit lets a real estate broker run a branch office. Each branch office needs its own permit.

Businesses in a reciprocal insurance arrangement need a license. There are different licenses for businesses inside and outside New York State.

If you sell or negotiate reinsurance contracts, you need a license. This rule is for both businesses and individuals. Each must have a separate license.

The State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license to restaurants. It lets them sell wine and beer. They cannot sell liquor. Customers can drink these on the premises.

If you sell food for people to take home, you need a Retail Food Store License. This includes selling foods like milk, eggs and meat. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives out this license.

A Rifle / Shotgun Dealer's License is needed for any business that sells rifles, shotguns or ammunition in New York City.

Pet shops that sell animals need a permit from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). Starting December 15, 2024, pet shops cannot sell dogs or cats.

You need a Scale Dealer or Repairer license to trade, sell, receive or repair used weighing or measuring devices. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

You need a Scrap Metal Processor license to run a business that buys, processes and ships scrap metal. This includes both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues this license.

A Secondhand Dealer Auto license is required to buy or sell secondhand automobiles. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues this license.

If you buy or sell used goods in New York City, you need a Secondhand Dealer General license. This does not include cars. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues a license for sightseeing buses. You need this license to drive a bus with eight or more paying passengers. This includes trips to places of interest or amusement or special trips starting in New York City.

If you sell domestic animals or birds, you need a Slaughterhouse License from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

If you want to run a small arms firing range in New York City, you need a Small Arms Firing Range Permit. The New York City Police Department gives out these permits.

You need a Stoop Line Stand license to sell fruits, vegetables, soft drinks, flowers, candy or ice cream from a stand outside and next to your store. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues this license.

You need a Storage Warehouse License if your business stores people's household goods for a fee. You need a separate license for each place that your stores these goods. Self-storage businesses do not need this license. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

This license lets you sell wine and beer for people to drink at your place. You cannot sell liquor with this license. Your place must not be a full restaurant with a full kitchen. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

You need a Taxi Meter Shop Business License if your company works with taxi meters for New York City Medallion Cabs.

If you sell a taxicab license, the buyer must pay the transfer tax. If the buyer does not pay, the seller must pay the tax.

The City inspects and licenses amusement rides at street fairs, block parties and special events. This is to ensure the safety of operators and riders. All amusement rides must pass a check by the Department of Buildings (DOB) before use. Examples of rides are:

Ticket resellers need a license to run branch offices. This license comes from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

Businesses that resell tickets, people who resell tickets, and websites that resell tickets need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

You need a Ticket Seller Business license to sell, give or transfer any ticket to a person or company for them to sell in a public space. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

Facilities need a Tissue Bank Operating License to test, preserve or handle human tissue. This license is from the Wadsworth Center at the New York State Department of Health.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for tobacco retail dealers. You need this license to sell cigarettes or tobacco products to people.

You need a Tow Truck Company License if your business moves or removes disabled cars, illegally parked cars, abandoned cars or cars in accidents. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues this license.

You need a Trade Association Registration to work in a New York City public wholesale market. This group should help manage or promote the market or businesses in the market.

You need a Warehouse (Food) License to store food for commercial distribution. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this license.

If you rent cold storage space for food, you need a license. This license is from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

If you want to run a security service business in New York, you need a license. This includes watch, guard and patrol agencies. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives out these licenses. You can get a license as a person or for your business.

You need this license to sell cigarettes and tobacco products in bulk. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) gives out this license.

You need this license if you sell cigarettes and tobacco products to vending machine operators. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF) gives out this license. One license covers all of your business locations.

The City Finance Department gives licenses to wholesale cigarette dealers. There are three types of dealers:

This license lets businesses sell wine to take home. It does not cover liquor or beer. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this license.

If you want to do acupuncture in New York, you need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

If you help people find roommates, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

Architects need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). The license requirements depend on your education and your supervised architectural work experience.

Businesses that work with asbestos need a license from the New York State Department of Labor.

To be an attorney in New York State, you must pass the Bar Exam. You need to have completed at least some formal legal studies to take the Bar Exam.

Audiologists and speech-language pathologists need licenses from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

You need a Bail Bond Agent License to write bail bonds for an insurer. The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) gives this license.

A Master Barber License lets you work as a barber. This license is from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

A Barber Apprentice License lets you work and train with a licensed barber. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives this license.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for bingo game operators. This license is needed for any nonprofit group that wants to run bingo games. For-profit groups cannot get this license. Bingo games involve matching numbers or symbols on a card with those chosen at random. Winners get prizes.

In New York State, budget planners need a license from the New York State (NYS) Department of Financial Services (DFS). Budget planners help people pay off their debt by making contracts with clients.

Accountants, including Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), must be licensed to practice in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives out these licenses. You need this license to call yourself a CPA.

You need a Class A Photo Identification card to work at the New Fulton Fish Market. These cards do not expire.

You need a Class B Photo Identification card to work at the New Fulton Fish Market or other markets that the Business Integrity Commission regulates. These cards do not expire.

To work as a clinical laboratory technician in New York State, you need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

To work in a clinical lab in New York State, you need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). This license lets you test blood and body fluids.

In New York State, you need a Commercial Driver License (CDL) to drive a truck or other commercial vehicle. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) issues the CDL. Before you can apply for a CDL, you must have a regular driver's license.

If you have a New York State Commercial Driver License (CDL), you need an "S" (school bus) endorsement to drive school buses.

If you have a Commercial Driver License (CDL) and want to drive a bus, you need to apply for a Bus Driver License under Article 19-A. This rule does not apply to school bus drivers.

Commercial drivers in New York State need a Metal Coil Endorsement to transport metal coils. The endorsement is needed if the weight of a single coil is 5000 lbs or more, or if more than one coil weighs 5000 lbs or more when bundled together.

A commuter van driver gets a license from the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC). The driver can carry passengers for money. The van must have seats for at least 9 but not more than 20 passengers.

People who do nails, hair, waxing and beauty treatments need a cosmetology license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

You need a license to work as a cytotechnologist in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) issues this license.

Dentists need a certificate from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to use anesthesia.

Dental assistants need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to work in New York State. Assistants must be supervised by a licensed dentist.

Dental hygienists need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to work in New York State. Hygienists must be supervised by a licensed dentist.

Dentists need a Dentist Professional License to work in New York State. This license comes from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

You need a license to work as a dietician or nutritionist in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) issues these licenses. You must meet certain education and experience requirements to get the license.

To do electrical work in New York City, you need a license from the Department of Buildings. There are two types of licenses:

You can become a Basic Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in New York State. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) gives this certification.

If you are an EMT with a Basic certification, you can get a Critical Care certification. This certification is from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If you are an EMT with a Basic certification, you can get an Intermediate certification. This certification is from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) offers a Paramedic certificate, also called the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT-P) certificate. It is the highest level of certification for pre-hospital emergency care.

If you want to perform beauty treatments, you need an Esthetics License from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

This permit lets you get materials for euthanizing an animal. The substance must come from a registered facility and its agent.

You need this license to get insurance from companies not licensed in New York State. You must pay fees to the State, with the amount of fees depending on where you live.

Funeral directors, embalmers and undertakers need licenses. These licenses come from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

If you are a general contractor who supervises construction work or demolition, you need to register with the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB).

If you want to be a wilderness guide, you need a Guide License. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issues this license.

Businesses that provide hearing aids must register with the New York State Department of State. Licensed audiologists alone do not meet this rule. A separate registration is needed to sell hearing aids. Businesses need both registrations.

You need a High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer License to run high-pressure boilers in New York City. This license is for both stationary and portable boilers. For more details, contact the Department of Buildings.

You need a Hoisting Machine Operator License to use a crane or other hoisting machine in New York City. The Department of Buildings gives out this license.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for horse-drawn cabs. You need this license to drive a horse-drawn cab in New York City.

You need an Inspector Certificate to inspect motor vehicles. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) gives this certificate.

If you want to work as a landscape architect in New York State, you need a license. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) issues this license.

You need a Locksmith Apprentice License to learn the trade of locksmithing. You must work under a licensed locksmith. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license. You must be employed by a DCWP-licensed locksmith to apply.

You need a Locksmith License to fix, service, install, check and open and close locks. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

To work as a massage therapist, masseur or masseuse in New York State, you need a Massage Therapy License. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

You need a Master Fire Suppression Piping Contractor License (Class A, B and C) to work on fire suppression-related plumbing in New York City. This includes:

A master plumber can perform or oversee plumbing work in New York City. The Department of Buildings (DOB) gives this license.

A TLC licensed agent helps run a taxicab. They can work for one or more owners. They can be employees or work through contracts.

Medallion owners have a special license. This license lets you own a car that the Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) approves for use as a taxi. A medallion taxi is the only car that can pick up people who hail them on the street, anywhere in the City. The number of medallions in the City is limited by State law. However, you can transfer a medallion by law and resell it.

Medical physicists need a license to work in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives out this license.

Medical specialist assistants help doctors. In New York State, you need a license to be a medical specialist assistant. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) issues these licenses.

In New York State, mental health counselors need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Midwives need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

You need this license to make mortgage loans in New York State and act as a mortgage banker. It is for anyone who makes three or more mortgage loans in a year.

In New York State, you need a license to be a mortgage guaranty insurance agent. There are different licenses for companies and people.

You need a license to sell mutual life insurance in New York State. Separate licenses are needed if your business is based inside and outside New York State.

A Nail Specialty License lets you work on nail appearance. You get this license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If you want to style hair, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS). This license is for people, not businesses. Businesses need a different license.

To be a notary in New York State, you need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

A nurse practitioner is a Registered Nurse with special certification from the New York State Department of Education.

To be a Registered Nurse (RN) in New York, you must register with the New York State Education Department.

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) help care for patients. They work under a Registered Nurse or a doctor. To be an LPN in New York State, you need a license. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

You need a Nursing Home Administrator License to run a nursing home. This license is from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Nurses need a certificate to work in a nursing home. This certificate comes from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

You need an Oil-Burning Equipment Installer License (Class A and B) to get a construction permit for oil-burning equipment installation or to perform such work in New York City. Contact the Department of Buildings for more information.

To get this license, you need to meet certain educational, experience and exam requirements. If you are waiting to take the exam, you can get a limited permit. This permit lets you work under a licensed doctor, optometrist or optician.

To get this license, you need to meet various requirements. You must have a four-year Doctor of Optometry degree. If you have a license from another state, you can transfer it to New York.

You need a Paratransit Driver's License to drive a Paratransit car. These cars help people in wheelchairs get around New York City.

The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers a license for pedicab drivers.

Pharmacists in New York need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Physical therapists need a license to work in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

To work as a doctor in New York, you need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Podiatrists need a license to work in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

The Press Credentials Office (PCO) of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment gives out press credentials, or press cards.

Private investigators need a license in New York State. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives this license. 

You need a license to be a director of a private school. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

Private schools for adults need a license. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

To teach in a private school in New York, you need a license. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives out these licenses.

You need a Process Server Individual License if you serve, personally or by substitute service, five or more legal papers in a year. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives this license.

Psychoanalysts need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). This license lets you work as a psychoanalyst in New York State.

Psychologists need a license from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). This license lets you work as a psychologist in New York State.

To use radiologic technology on people, you need a Radiologic Technologist License. This license comes from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).

Real estate appraisers in New York State need licenses. These licenses come from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

This license lets a real estate broker work under another broker. New York accepts broker licenses from other states.

Real estate brokers need a license to work in New York State. This license comes from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

People who sell real estate in New York need a license. The New York State Department of State (NYSDOS) gives this license.

You need a license to work as a respiratory therapist in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

You need a license to work as a respiratory therapy technician in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

You need a Rigger License to hoist or lower any item on the outside of a building in New York City. The Department of Buildings issues this license.

You need a license to install or maintain security or fire alarm systems. This license comes from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

You need a Sightseeing Guide license to guide or direct people to any place or point of interest or to describe, explain or lecture about any such place to any person in connection with a sightseeing trip or tour within the City.

You need a Sign Hanger License to get a construction permit or to hang or attach signs in New York City. There are two types of licenses:

If you want to work as a tattoo artist in New York City for up to seven days, you need a Temporary Tattoo Artist License. You must work under someone with a valid full-term Tattoo Artist License from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

You need a Tattoo License to work as a Tattoo Artist in New York City. This license helps stop the spread of diseases.

You need a Ticket Seller license if you sell tickets in a public space. This includes selling, giving or transferring tickets to another person for sale in a public space. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issues this license.

The TLC Driver License lets you drive a taxi or for-hire vehicle. This includes:

You need a Tow Truck Driver License to move or remove cars. This includes cars that are disabled, parked illegally, abandoned or in accidents. You need this license if you do this work for money in New York City. The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) gives out this license.

Veterinarians need a license to work in New York State. The New York State Education Department (NYSED) gives this license.

You need a license to offer wax or hair removal services. This license comes from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

You need a Welder License to do structural welding in New York City. The Department of Buildings issues this license.

You need this license if you sell tobacco products other than cigarettes. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance gives out this license. You also need this license if you run vending machines for tobacco products.

All working horses need a license from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Office of Veterinary Public Health Services (VPHS).

You need this permit for your business to chemically treat the drinking water supply within a building. This permit lets you add chemicals only for:

Businesses in New York City may need an Air Permit issued by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). You need this permit if you use equipment or do activities that the New York City Air Pollution Control Code (Air Code) regulates.

Businesses that release pollutants into the air need permits from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). If your facility emits pollutants at certain levels, you must get a State Facility Permit.

Businesses that release pollutants into the air need permits from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). If your business emits pollutants at high levels, you need a Title V Permit.

If your business moves alcoholic drinks in, to or from New York State, you need a permit from the New York State Liquor Authority (SLA). The type of permit you need depends on how you move the alcohol and how long you need the permit.

If you give information about apartment rentals, you need a license. This license comes from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

Businesses that use armored cars for hire need a permit from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

If you work as an armed guard for an armored car business, you need to register with the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

Bail enforcement agents, also called bounty hunters, need a license from the New York State Department of State (NYSDOS).

The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) gives Barber Shop Permits. This permit lets you run a barber shop in New York City. Barbers cut hair and trim or shave mustaches and beards. The shop owner must file the application.

You need this permit to clean, paint or coat water tanks in buildings. These tanks hold drinking water.

You need a permit to run a campground or travel trailer park in New York State. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) issues this permit.

You need a permit from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to install or maintain a canopy on a sidewalk at the entrance to a building or business. A licensed professional must install the canopies. Before installation, you must get approval from the NYCDOT Highway Inspection Quality Assurance Unit.

If you cater events at places without a liquor license, you need a Caterer's Alcohol Permit to serve alcoholic beverages. This permit is for one event only. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) issues this permit.

In New York State, clinical labs and blood banks need permits. The Wadsworth Center at the New York State (NYS) Department of Health gives these permits.

The Department of Buildings reviews construction plans. They make sure the plans follow the Building Code and meet current safety and zoning requirements. After the plans are approved, a contractor may apply for a construction work permit.

If you sell products made from alligators, crocodiles or similar animals, you need a Crocodilian Permit from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).

If your vehicle is too big or heavy, you need a Daily Over Dimensional Permit to drive in New York City.

Vehicles that are too heavy for New York State roads need a permit from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).

Businesses that buy, deal or sell domestic animals need a Domestic Animal Health Permit. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this permit.

Businesses need special licenses to work with endangered species in New York State. This includes both dead and live animals.

The Express Lane Permit is for ambulettes, commuter vans, shuttles, and other mass transit fleets. This permit allows these vehicles to use the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes leading to the Queens Midtown and Brooklyn Battery Tunnels.

You need a Fill Work Permit to dump or place fill material in navigable waters. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACE) give these permits. You must send an application to both the ACE and DEC.

A food service establishment is a place where food is given to people, whether sold or free, and whether eaten on-site or taken away.

New York City started the Green Cart Permit program. It helps people get fresh fruits and vegetables.

A Group Child Care program provides care to three or more kids under six years old. The care is for five or more hours each week. It is also for more than 30 days in a year. The program usually runs in a place that is not a home.

If you need to work on a state-managed road and it does not involve utilities, you need a permit from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).

If you need to work on a state-managed road and utilities are involved, you need a permit from the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT).

This license lets hotels sell beer to customers. They can drink it on-site. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives the Hotel Beer License.

This license lets hotels sell alcoholic drinks to customers. Customers can drink these on-site. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives out this license.

This license lets hotels sell wine or beer to customers. They can drink it on-site. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives the Hotel Wine License.

Businesses need a permit to give workers industrial jobs to do at home. This permit is from the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL).

Businesses that discharge industrial wastewater must follow the Sewer Use Regulations in Title 15 of the Rules of the City of New York (RCNY) Chapter 19.

If you do land contour work in private or public property whose watershed contains public roadway or sidewalk, you need a Land Contour Permit from the Department of Transportation (DOT).

A Liquidator's Permit lets a closing business sell its products to other businesses. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives this permit.

Labs that use animals for research need a permit. This permit comes from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). Labs must also follow all local, federal and other laws against cruelty to animals.

If you own, raise or breed marine life, you need a Marine Hatchery Permit to sell your products. This permit is from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). The permit covers fish and shellfish.

You need a Mobile Food Vendor (MFV) permit to make and sell food from a cart or truck.

You need a permit from the NYC Health Department to run a Non-Retail Food Processing Establishment in New York City that processes, prepares, stores or packs food. The food is not sold directly to people.

The Smoke-Free Air Act of 2002 says you cannot serve or smoke shisha containing tobacco in NYC restaurants and bars. An amendment to this law also bans serving or smoking non-tobacco shisha unless you have a permit.

You do not need a permit from the Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting (OFTB) for all activities.

A Permit to Install Single/Multiple Premises(s) Sewer House Connection lets you connect a new house sewer to a City or private sewer.

Businesses need a permit to make or wholesale alcohol in New York State. The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) gives these permits.

Since January 20, 2012, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene does not issue a permit for Manufacturing Frozen Desserts - Wholesale. This change is due to updates in the NYC Health Code.

You need a Permit to Receive And/Or Process Milk and Milk Products to pasteurize milk or manufacture dairy products in New York State. This permit is also called a "Part 2 Permit." The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets gives this permit.