Scrap Metal Dealers / Junk Dealers / Recycling Operations License Application

License Application for - Scrap Metal Dealers / Junk Dealers / Recycling Operation / Transfer Station

MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION – 4-51
South Bend Municipal Code: Section 4-51

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. Apply for renewal by January 1 to avoid lapse in licensure.
5. Add 10% to license fee for renewal after expiration.
6. Include $5.00 license application fee payable to City of South Bend.
7. Include a copy of the Indiana Secretary of State Certificate of Organization confirming that the business is registered and is duly qualified to do business in the State of Indiana.
8. License fee payable to City of South Bend due at issuance - $250.00
9. Register daily transactions through LeadsOnline (instructions included).
Application Process:
1. Thoroughly review Municipal Code Section 4-51.
2. Submit Application with $5.00 Processing Fee.
3. Police background check of applicant, inspections by the Fire, Building, Water Works and Code Enforcement Departments.
4. License issued on completion of inspections, South Bend Common Council approval, and receipt of payment.
5. Record keeping and inspections required to comply with Municipal Code Section 4-51.
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

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?*

New PermitRenew Permit
Type of Business*

Scrap Metal DealerJunk DealerRecycling OperationTransfer Station
Business Data
Business Name*
Business Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Does Mailing address differ from Property Address?*

Yes, different addressNo, Same address
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Business Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Business Email Address*
example@example.com
Zoning of Proposed Parking and Storage Location*
Use the South Bend Zoning Map to find your business's Zoning Type.
How long has the business been in continuous operation?*
Lot size of premises*
Type of Fencing Used*
Is the Property Owned or Leased by the Applicant?*

OwnedLeased
Name of Owner*
Business Address of Owner*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Is your business currently registered and in active status with the Indiana Secretary of State?*

YesNo
You are required to be registered with the Indiana Secretary of State for your license to be valid.
Personal Data
Applicant's Legal Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Applicant's Residential Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Applicant's Home Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Applicant's Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Applicant's Email*
example@example.com
Applicant's Position with Organization*
Last 4 Digits of the Applicant's Social Security Number*
Copy of Applicant's Driver's License or other government-issued ID*

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Applicant's Race*
Applicant's Gender*
Applicant's Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Facility Information
Site Plan of Facility showing property lines, buildings, parking spaces, loading docks, fuel storage, and landscaping*

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Copy of the Indiana Secretary of State Certificate of Organization confirming that the business is registered and is duly qualified to do business in the state of Indiana.*

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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. Scrap Metal Dealer / Junk Dealer / Recycling Operation / Transfer Station license found in the City of South Bend Municipal Code, Section 4-51.
Electronic Signature*

First NameLast Name
Date*

MonthDayYear
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License Application for - Scrap Metal Dealers / Junk Dealers / Recycling Operation / Transfer Station

General Instructions and Application Process:

Application Process:

Questions?

Application Type

Business Data

Personal Data

Facility Information

Signature