How to Become a Registered General Contractor for One-, Two and Three-Family Homes

General contractors looking to get new building permits for one-, two- and three- family homes must register with the Department of Buildings and meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years or older
  
• Be able to read, write and understand the English language
  
• Have good moral character so not as to adversely impact your ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a general contractor 
  
  

Once you have verified that you meet the above qualifications, you must visit the Licensing Unit in person and bring the below original documentation with you. For additional information, please read the LIC6 license application instructions for additional information. 

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Licensing Unit Location Information:

Below is the location information for the Licensing Unit. 

The Unit is open Monday through Friday from 1:30pm-3:30pm for general contractor registration.

Licensing Unit

NYC Department of Buildings

280 Broadway, 6th floor

New York, NY 10007

Required Documentation:

•  Typed, completed and notarized LIC6 license application form 

• Notarized letter listing the name, home address, home phone number, social security number and percent of ownership for all corporate officers, partners and any stakeholders
  
• Original proof of Employer Identification Number (EIN) or Federal Tax Identification Number from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
  
• The last three consecutive business bank statements for your company or a notarized letter from your company’s bank stating your company has had an average balance of at least $25,000 for the past three months
  
• Your original general liability insurance policy (you must have a $1 million minimum policy), workers’ compensation certificate and disability insurance certificate
  
• Primary Principal’s original photo ID (original driver’s license, original non-driver’s ID, original birth certificate, current passport or current green card)
  
• Primary principal’s original Social Security Card
  
• Primary principal’s proof of home residence (utility bill, bank statement, deed or
  lease)
  Note: Cell phone and credit card bills will not be accepted
• Proof of business address (utility bill, bank statement, deed or lease) 
  Note: Cell phone and credit card bills will not be accepted 

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Additional Requirements for Corporations
All corporations must provide the following documentation in addition to the above required documentation in Step 2:

• A certified copy of your corporation’s Certificate of Incorporation from the New York State Department 
• A copy of your corporation’s Filing Receipt or Certificate of Good Standing
• A copy of your corporation’s minutes stating the names of the corporation’s elected officers and the time, date and location of the meeting  

Additional Requirements for Limited Liability Companies (LLC)

All LLCs must provide the following documentation in addition to the above required documentation in Step 2:

• A copy of your LLC’s Filing Receipt or Certificate of Good Standing
• A certified copy of your LLC’s Articles of Organization from the New York State Department of State
• A copy of your LLC’s minutes stating the names of the LLC’ selected officers and the time, date and location of the meeting

Additional Requirements for Partnerships
All partnerships must provide the following documentation in addition to the above required documentation in Step 2:

• Your partnership’s Certificate of Partnership stating all present officers and their percentage of ownership

Additional Requirements for Individuals with a Business Name (Sole Proprietors) 

All individuals with a business name (sole proprietors) must provide the following documentation in addition to the above required documentation in Step 2:

• A copy of your Business Certificate from the County Clerk 

Return to the Department's Licensing Unit after you receive your letter in the mail notifying you that your application has been processed. Upon returning with your letter you will be given your registration card and be required to make the designated payment.

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