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Amusement Arcade License

 
- General Information
- Links
- Prerequisites
- Process Steps
- Contact Information
- Disclaimer
General information [back to top]  
Agency:
Consumer Affairs, Department of (CITY)
Description:
This license is required for any business where five or more player-operated amusement devices are operated, in any combination. You may not operate an arcade or an amusement arcade without a license. For amusement park rides or (computer) gaming cafe establishments, inquire online or at the DCA Licensing Center for more information regarding other licenses that you will need. Please note that some arcade games may be considered Amusement Park Rides if patrons are carried or lifted by a mechanical device that is part of the game.
Links [back to top]  
Prerequisites [back to top]  
1.  Prerequisites vary based on a business' legal structure. For more information, visit the Amusement Arcade License Application Checklist link, above.
 
Process Steps [back to top]  
Steps to Apply Online:
  • No online process available
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    Steps to Apply Offline:
    1.  All required documents must be submitted when filing your application. To speed processing, please submit all required documents in the order described on the Amusement Arcade License Application Checklist link, above.
    2.  Applications must be filed in person at the DCA Licensing Center, located at the address below, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
     
    Contact Information [back to top]  
    DCA Licensing Center:
    42 Broadway, 5th Floor
    NewYork, NY 10004
    For further assistance please call 311 and ask for: Amusement Arcade Licenses
    Website: http://www.nyc.gov/consumers
    Disclaimer [back to top]  
    This page provides general information only. The information does not address all relevant regulatory requirements of City, State or Federal Agencies, nor does it address requirements with which the business must comply on an ongoing basis. It is the business owner's responsibility to meet all City, State and Federal requirements. Failure to comply with all applicable laws and regulations may result in fines or in the suspension and/or revocation of licenses or permits, or other penalties as allowed by law.

    Please note that this information is not legal advice; you can only obtain legal advice from a lawyer. For more information or assistance, please contact the issuing Agency, using the contact information above, or call 311 (or 212-NEW-YORK if outside of New York City).
     


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