Licenses, Permits, and 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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Additional Permits & Licenses Available by Request


The following permits and licenses are available by contacting the Customer Service office at 785-587-2480. If you would like a list of currently licensed businesses, please contact Customer Service during business hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Caterer Ice cream truck operation and vendor Private club
Cereal malt beverage — on and off premises Kennel Pushcart operator
Drinking establishment Massage therapist Retail liquor
Drinking establishment/caterer combo Massage therapy establishment Scrap metal dealer registration
Hotel caterer Merchant guard company and guard Temporary alcoholic liquor permit
Hotel drinking establishment Mobile Hole Tree maintenance
Hotel drinking establishment/caterer combo Pawnbroker/precious metal  Vehicle for hire company and driver

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