You must have a Construction Labor Provider license if you employ workers you supply to clients to perform construction work or manual labor on New York City worksites in exchange for compensation.
The following do NOT need a Construction Labor Provider license:
This description is only a general explanation of who must have a Construction Labor Provider license.
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) will deny your application if you fail to provide the required documents and information:
Basic License Application
Download Basic License Application
Apply Online! Review requirements and click the link at the bottom of the page to submit your application.
Construction Labor Provider License Application Supplement
You must complete and affirm the information provided on this form.
Download the Construction Labor Provider License Application Supplement.
Construction Labor Provider Self-Certification
You must complete and affirm the information provided on this form.
Download the Construction Labor Provider Self-Certification.
Granting Authority to Act Affirmation
Required if someone other than the license applicant will prepare and submit this application. The applicant must sign the license application and all related forms. Download Granting Authority to Act Affirmation.
License Fee
License Period: 2 years
Expiration Date: July 31 in even years
If You File Your Application Between These Dates:
Pay by:
You can submit your license application online or in person at the DCWP Licensing Center.
Email: onlineappsdocs@dcwp.nyc.gov
Phone: (212) 487-4060. (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Free Interpretation Services are available on-site. To request a disability-related accommodation, visit our Accommodations page.
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