Licensing

The Parking and By-law Services Division’s Municipal Law Enforcement Section reviews, issues and administers municipal licences. Most businesses in Hamilton require a licence to legal operate.

Resources and information:

Understand the Five (5) Types of Licences:

1. Animal = dog, pot belly pig and cat registration

2. Business and Establishment = Bed and Breakfast, Taxi Cab, Asthetic Services (hairdresser, piercing and tattoo etc.), Restaurants and Food Stands, Public Garages etc.

3. Lottery = Charitable and Religious Organizations for the sale of bingos, raffles, break open tickets and social gaming

4. Mobile = individuals as well as the business itself must be licensed including Cab Driver, Hot Dog Cart, Adult Entertainers, etc.

5. Trade = contractors and individuals that work in the areas of building repair, plumbing, heating, refrigeration and air conditioning (HVAC) and drain laying

Apply for a licence:

• In person at 77 James Street North, 4^th Floor or any of the following locations
• Online: via the myhamilton account (Note: a$1.50 convenience fee for each online transaction)
• Download an application: fill out at home or work and bring into our offices

Register a complaint or concern:

• Process for registering a complaint