Automotive Repair and Service Center License Application

  • License Application for - Automotive Repair and Service Center

    MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION – 4-20

  • South Bend Municipal Code: Section 4-20


    Definition:

    Automotive Repair and Service Center shall mean any location where motor vehicle repair, servicing, and/or storage is done on the premises for a fee.

    General Instructions and Application Process:

    1. Assemble all required information and materials before filing application.
    2. Thoroughly review all applicable Municipal Code Sections listed above.
    3. Licenses expire January 31.
    4. Add 10% to license fee for renewal after expiration.
    5. Include $5.00 license application fee payable to City of South Bend.
    6. License fee payable to City of South Bend due at issuance - $200.00.

    Required Information and Materials:

    1. Zoning and physical description of facility to be used.
    2. Description of work to be performed on premises.

    Application Process:

    1. Review Municipal Code Sections 4-20 & 4-20.5, and NFPA Nos. 30, 33, & 70 thoroughly.
    2. Submit Application and pay $5.00 Processing Fee either over the phone or in person at City Hall.
    3. Department of Code Enforcement and Fire Prevention Bureau inspect, review and make recommendations.
    4. Zoning Department verifies the use of the property to determine whether the service being provided is permissible at said location.
    5. Ensure structure, fire suppression system, and required site fencing comply with applicable standards.
    6. License issued upon approval and payment of fee.
    7. Premises inspected by Department of Code Enforcement and Fire Prevention Bureau every six months.


    NOTE: All repairs shall be performed within a fully enclosed building. Bay doors may be open during hours of operation. No partially dismantled, wrecked, or unregistered vehicle shall be stored on site.

     

    Questions?

    For all municipal business license questions, contact:

    City of South Bend
    Department of Community Investment
    215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
    Suite 500
    South Bend, Indiana 46601
     
    Email: BusinessLicense@southbendin.gov
    Phone: 574.235.5912
    Fax: 574.235.9021

  • Application Type

  • Is this application pertaining to a new business or are you renewing your existing permit?

  • Business Data

  • Does Mailing address differ from Property Address?*
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Use the South Bend Zoning Map to find your business's Zoning Type.

  • Has the establishment been in continuous operation for at least a year?*

  • Building Description

  • Personal Data

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Is the applicant also the business owner?*
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • General Questions

  • Do you serve as a VEHICLE REMOVAL SERVICE for private lots pursuant to Municipal Code Section 4-20.5?*
  • Will BODY WORK be done at this location?*
  • Will PAINTING be done at this location?*
  • Will vehicles remain outdoors for more than seventy-two (72) consecutive hours in any one week?*

  • Signature

  • I, hereby, certify and affirm that all the information I have given in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that I have in no way attempted to mislead the City in this application by omitting facts known to me. I have read and understand the regulations of the Automotive Repair and Service Center license found in the City of South Bend Municipal Code, Section 4-20.

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  • Automotive Repair and Service Center Checklist

    Please read through carefully before signing.
    • Cars stored for more than 3 days must be stored within an opaque fenced-in area
    • The fencing for the opaque fenced area must be a minimum of 6’ tall
    • All vehicles must be parked off the public street, on a drained and paved parking surface
    • Vehicles may not be parked in the public right of way, i.e. street, tree lawn, sidewalk, or alley for purposes of repairing or servicing vehicles
    • All repairs shall be performed within a fully enclosed building. Bay doors may be open during hours of operation
    • No partially dismantled, wrecked, or unregistered vehicle shall be stored on site
    • Trash and debris, auto parts, old tires etc., may not be stored outside in open view of the public
    • Signs fall under the approval of Zoning and in many cases have special
      requirements
    • Signs or other fixtures or displays may not be placed on public sidewalks or tree-lawns
    • All necessary utilities must be on and working to operate the business to meet city regulations
    • Periodic inspections are made throughout the year to maintain compliance with your license
    • Licenses are good for only one location; therefore, vehicles may not be stored in other locations waiting for service
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