Do you want to operate a snowplow business in Grand Rapids? You're in the right place to apply for a snowplow business license.
To get a City Snowplow Business License, make sure you have a valid driver's license and don't owe money to the City. We're unable to issue you a business license if you don't meet these requirements. Unsure if you owe?
You'll need liability insurance for $1,000,000. We'll ask you to upload a copy of the certificate of insurance in the online application. Don't have a copy? Don't worry. You can check the option to have your insurance agent send the certificate. Make sure to list the City of Grand Rapids on the policy as additional insured. The certificate should also state that it covers commercial operations or snowplowing operations. Have questions? Give us a call at the number listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
We'll ask you for vehicle information and contact information if your business has additional owners. Check out the Snowplow Business Licensing guide for more details.
Be prepared to pay the $362 license application fee. We accept Visa and MasterCard. Keep in mind that the application fee covers one vehicle. Each extra vehicle is $24 to license. There's no additional processing fee to pay with a card online.
Complete the application in English here
It takes us 5-10 business days to process applications. Keep in mind that it may take longer to process your application if we find that you need to make changes. We'll call or email you to let you know that your license and vehicle decals are ready. You can either pick them up from the office or we'll mail it to you. Your license is valid through the season.
Make sure to keep a copy of your license in each licensed vehicle. Your decals should be prominently displayed on each vehicle.
You'll need liability insurance for $1,000,000. We'll ask for a copy of the certificate of insurance with your application. Make sure to list the City of Grand Rapids on the policy as additional insured. The certificate should also state that it covers commercial operations or snowplowing operations. Have questions? Give us a call at the number listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
Be prepared to pay the $362 license application fee. We accept cash, money order, check or card (Visa, Discover and MasterCard). Keep in mind that the application fee covers one vehicle. Each extra vehicle is $24 to license.
Download and print or scan the application to submit.
Download the English version here
Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can get the packet from our office. We're located at City Hall on the second floor. Our address is listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
Mail or email your form to us at the address listed in the Contact Us section. When mailing, make sure to include a copy of your certificate of insurance and payment. Keep in mind that you should never send cash in the mail. We're unable to accept emailed payments. If emailing your form, make sure to include a copy of your certificate of insurance and fax us your payment.
It's important that you send the exact payment. If it's more than the total license and vehicle fee amount, we can't accept the check. We're unable to do refunds.
You can find our number in the Contact Us section of this page. We'll get you all the information you need to apply for your Snowplow Business License. We don't take applications over the phone, but we'll make sure you have everything you need to apply. Our office hours are 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday except public holidays.
You'll need liability insurance for $1,000,000. We ask that you bring a copy of the certificate of insurance with you. Make sure to list the City of Grand Rapids on the policy as additional insured. The certificate should also state that it covers commercial operations or snowplowing operations. Have questions? Give us a call at the number listed in the Contact Us section of this page.
Come to our office located at the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page. We'll provide you with an application to complete. Make sure to bring a copy of your certificate of insurance, payment and vehicle information for each vehicle you want licensed.
Have a printer? Download the application to fill out and bring with you. This makes the process go faster.
Snowplow Business Licensing guide