Licenses, Permits & Applications

The following permits, licenses and applications are available from various City of Manhattan departments. Most applications can be filled out online and submitted to the appropriate department.

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Customer Service

Permits & Licenses Available by Request

The following permits and licenses are available by emailing the Customer Service office or calling 785-587-2480

  • Demonstration Permit    
  • Block Party Permit    
  • Caterer    
  • Cereal Malt Beverage - on and off premises    
  • Drinking Establishment    
  • Drinking Establishment/Caterer Combo    
  • Fireworks Display/Stands Permit   
  • Hotel Caterer
  •  Hotel Drinking Establishment    
  • Ice Cream Truck Operation and Vendor
  • Kennel
  • Massage Therapy - therapist and establishment    
  • Merchant Guard - company and guard
  • Mobile Home
  • Pawnbroker/Precious Metal
  • Private Club
  • Pushcart Operator
  • Refuse Hauler
  • Retail Liquor
  • Sidewalk Signs and Dining Display Permit
  • Solicitor Permit
  • Special Events Permit
  • Temporary Alcoholic Liquor Permit
  • Tree Maintenance
  • Vehicle for Hire - company and driver

If you would like a list of currently licensed businesses, please contact Customer Service during business hours.

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Apply for one of the following license types:

  • To renew your license, click request login credentials
  • Application for Apprentice Registration
  • Application for Individual Trade License
  • Application for General Contractor License
  • Application for Trade Contractor License 

Apply for one of the following permit types:

  • Building Moving Permit
  • Building Permit Application
  • Demolition Permit Application
  • Miscellaneous Permit Application (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, solar, other)
  • Curb Cut Permit Application
  • Mobile Home Permit Application