Stoop Line Stand

Stoop Line Stand License Application Checklist

Who Must Have a Stoop Line Stand License?

You must have a Stoop Line Stand license if your business sells fruits, vegetables, soft drinks, flowers, confectionery, or ice cream from a stand outside of and directly adjacent to an existing retail establishment.

This description is only a general explanation of who must have a Stoop Line Stand license.

Quick List of Requirements to Apply for a Stoop Line Stand License

See Requirements section for detailed descriptions. Make sure you provide all requirements; otherwise, your application is incomplete. DCWP can only consider complete applications for license issuance.

Basic License Application
Stoop Line Stand Affirmation
Proof of Right to Use Premises
Inspection of Your Stoop Line Stand (for stands that are 5 feet) (if applicable)
Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (if applicable)
License Fee

Submitting your application does not mean your license is automatically approved.

Important Message about Business Certificate

You must have the applicable Business Certificate based on your business’s legal structure. Although DCWP does not require submission of your Business Certificate in order to process your application, DCWP may request this document under section 20-104 of the New York City Administrative Code.

Sole proprietors operating under a name other than your own must have a Business/Assumed Name Certificate.

Partnerships must have a Partnership Certificate and, if applicable, an Assumed Name Certificate for your business.

Corporations, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability Companies, or Limited Liability Partnerships must register and remain active with the New York State Division of Corporations. You can check your status at dos.ny.gov/corps.

Requirements

DCWP will deny your application if you do not submit these required documents and information:

Basic License Application.
If your stoop line stands all have the same category of items for sale, you need to submit only ONE license application, regardless of their width.

If your stoop line stands vary in the items for sale, you must submit a separate license application for EACH differing set of stands. For example, you plan to sell fruits from two stands and confectionery from another stand. You must submit TWO license applications: #1 (for fruits); #2 (for confectionery). Complete one application for set #1. Complete a separate application for set #2.

Note: If two (2) stoop line stands are separated by a door or other structure, they will be considered two (2) separate stands for licensing purposes.

Online submission: After reviewing the requirements, please click the Apply Online link at the bottom of the page to submit your application.
In-person submission: Download the Basic License Application.

Stoop Line Stand Affirmation (download Affirmation).

Proof of Right to Use Premises
Submit ONE of the following documents as proof of right to use premises where your stoop line stand will operate:
- A copy of your deed or bill of sale OR
- Property Owner’s Consent for Stoop Line Stands (download form). You must have this form completed by the owner if you do not own the premises outside of which your stoop line stand will operate.

Inspection of Your Stoop Line Stand (for stands that are 5 feet) (if applicable).
Required if your stoop line stand is 5 feet.

Granting Authority to Act Affirmation (download Affirmation).
Required if someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application.

Note: The applicant must sign the license application and all related forms.

License Fee.
License Period: 2 years | Expiration Date: March 31, Even years.
License Fee is based on type of items on your stand, refer to table.

If You File Your Application Between These Dates:	Fruits, vegetables, soft drinks PLUS any of these additional types of products: flowers, confectionary, ice cream or ices	Fruits, vegetables, soft drinks only	Flowers only	Confectionery only	Ice cream or ices only
From April 1 in an even year to September 30 in an even year	Pay $200 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)	Pay $160 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)	Pay $160 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)	Pay $80 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)	Pay $80 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 24 months.)
From October 1 in an even year to March 31 in an odd year	Pay $150 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)	Pay $120 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)	Pay $120 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)	Pay $60 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)	Pay $60 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 18 months.)
From April 1 in an odd year to September 30 in an odd year	Pay $100 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)	Pay $80 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)	Pay $80 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)	Pay $40 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)	Pay $40 for a license expiring March 31 of the soonest even year. (Valid for at most 12 months.)
From October 1 in an odd year to March 31 in an even year	Pay $50 for a license expiring March 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.) OR Pay $250 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)	Pay $40 for a license expiring March 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.) OR Pay $200 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)	Pay $40 for a license expiring March 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.) OR Pay $200 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)	Pay $20 for a license expiring March 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.) OR Pay $20 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)	Pay $20 for a license expiring March 31 of the same even year. (Valid for at most 6 months.) OR Pay $20 for a license expiring March 31 of the next even year. (Valid for at most 30 months.)

Pay by:

○ Check or money order payable to DCWP. (In person)
○ Credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card only).
You will be charged a nonrefundable Convenience Fee. (In person or online)

Application Filing Process

File Online

Review requirements and gather all materials.
Click the Apply Online button below to login or create an account to start your online license application.

Important: If you need to file another license application, return to the Apply for a DCWP License page to read requirements and proceed to the next online application.

File In Person
Schedule an appointment to file in person at the DCWP Licensing Center or NYC Small Business Support Center

DCWP LICENSING CENTER
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York, NY 10004
By Appointment Only Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.

NYC SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT CENTER
90-27 Sutphin Blvd, 4th Floor
Jamaica, NY 11435
By Appointment Only Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Last appointment: 3:30 p.m.

By Email: LicensingAppointments@dcwp.nyc.gov
By Phone*: Call (212) 436-0441. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.)

*This number is to schedule an appointment for in-person service only. For general questions, email onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov.

Free Interpretation Services are available on-site. To request a disability-related accommodation, visit our Accommodations page.

Additional Resources for Stoop Line Stands

For the laws and rules that may affect your business, visit our Laws page.

Download Inspection Checklist: Stoop Line Stand.

For resources to help your business open, operate, and grow, visit nyc.gov/business.

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