Summer, Day, Overnight, Traveling or Municipal Camps for Children

All new permit and permit renewal applications must be submitted to the NYC Department of Health at least 90 days before the date the camp starts.

The camp shall be on a commercial property, such as a community center, church/synagogue, or public/private school building.  Applicants are required to submit a valid Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Letter of No Objection (LNO) from the NYC Department of Buildings.  The CO or LNO must be current during the camp operating period.

A valid F-07/W-07 Certificate of Fitness from the NYC Fire Department (FDNY) is required for directors/designated staff to conduct fire drills.  All camps must pass an FDNY inspection.

All operators should review NYC Health Code Article 48 to understand the rules for operating a summer camp and how to comply.

Refer to the Requirements Checklist for basic documentation and other requirements needed to apply for any permit from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), some of which depend on the type of business that will be given the permit.

Non-profit programs may have their application fee waived by submitting proof of 501(c)(3) Exemption or Municipal Exemption and a letter confirming that you are in good standing with the US Treasury Department. See the 501(c)(3) Organizations Exemption Requirements.

List of Permit Fees.

List of accepted payment methods for the permit fee.