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Before you submit your application
Review all the forms and requirements needed to apply for a new beach permit.
All outstanding fines imposed for Health Code Violations must be paid before you can apply for or renew a permit issued by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Fines may be paid in person at the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Citywide Licensing Center or Online.
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Licensing Center
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York NY 10004
The Applicant must submit a Transmittal Letter that includes the following information:
1) A detailed description of the watershed, with location and identification of all potential sources of contamination, including any anticipated future development.
2) Location of access roads, parking, buildings, water supplies, sanitary and storm sewer, electrical and telephone services and proposed facilities relative to existing facilities.
3) Location relative to nearest population center with service facilities, such as medical, fire protection and communication.
4) Maximum and average attendance and swimming loads. Sources, quality, quantity and characteristics of water.
5) Area designation, bottom slopes and material.
Prepare or obtain engineering plans, prepared by a New York State licensed engineer or architect. (Information about identifying a NY state licensed engineer is available at the link above) Three copies of the plans must be submitted with application. Complete the report: Engineering Reports for Bathing Beaches: NYS DOH 2436.
A Sanitary Survey Report prepared by a New York State licensed engineer or architect that includes a survey and an evaluation of the contributory water-shed and bathing area for existing and potential sources of pollution and safety hazards, including soil conditions, underwater topography, water movement, submerged and other hazardous objects, water depth in diving area; seasonal or anticipated water level variations and water quality. The Sanitary Survey Report must be prepared in accordance with requirements contained in Section 6-1.29, 3.0 of New York State Sanitary Code, Chapter 1, Subpart 6-2; Sanitary Survey Report,
Once the facility's construction is complete, you will need to create a Beach Safety Plan that details policies and procedures to be followed by Beach personnel during normal operation and emergencies for protecting the public from accidents and injuries. The plan must include a description of daily bather supervision, injury prevention, reaction to emergencies, injuries and other incidents, providing first aid and summoning help. Once operating, the approved plan must remain accessible for use at the facility all times and must be available for inspection. Call the Office of Public Health Engineering at (347) 396-6001 for information on how to submit your Beach Safety Plan.
Obtain copies of Lifeguards' CPR Certificates for those who will be employed to supervise bathers on the premises.
Proof of Worker's Compensation and Disability Insurance, including the name of the insurance carrier, the policy number, and the expiration date must be submitted when you apply for a permit and when you renew. Or, if exempt, a copy of Form CE-200 stamped by the Worker's Compensation Board with the New York State-assigned Exemption Certificate Number. The certificate must list the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as the Certificate Holder.
List of Permit Fees. More info
- Permit application fee: $595
- Permit renewal fee: $245
List of accepted payment methods. More info
- Personal Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene)
- Certified Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene)
- Check (Company Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene))
- Check (Government Check (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene))
- Money Order (made payable to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene)
- American Express (If paying online or in person)
- Discover (If paying online or in person)
- MasterCard (If paying online or in person)
- Visa (If paying online or in person)
Ready to Apply?
Steps to apply online:
It is not required that you submit all of your technical and safety plans with your initial application. Once you submit your application, supplemental form, fee and basic documentation required for any permit from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) - see Checklist of Required Documentation found in your application packet - you will work with the DOHMH Office of Public Health Engineering to complete the permit application process.
Permit to Operate a Bathing Beach - Application Packet (PDF )
Steps to apply in person:
It is not required that you submit all of your technical and safety plans with your initial application. Once you submit your application, supplemental form, fee and basic documentation required for any permit from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) - see Checklist of Required Documentation found in your application packet - you will work with the DOHMH Office of Public Health Engineering to complete the permit application process.
Permit to Operate a Bathing Beach - Application Packet (PDF )
Complete and sign an Application for a Permit, the application Supplemental Form, and gather all required documentation needed to apply for this permit. All forms are contained in the application packet linked to in the step above. Submit all documents and the permit application fee in person to the DCWP Citywide Licensing Center.
NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP)
Licensing Center
42 Broadway, Lobby
New York NY 10004