Repair, servicing, alteration, restoration, towing, painting, cleaning, finishing, or parking of automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats and other vehicles, boats and other vehicles as a primary use, which may include the incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use.
Business Activity
Used Car Lot
Requirements
- Certificate of Occupancy
- Corporate Registration (if applicable)
- Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($25,000)
- A Motor Vehicle Dealer’s License
- Surveyor’s Plat (for outdoor lots)
- Letter stating cars are in an indoor facility (if no outdoor lot)
- Police Criminal History Report
- Tax Registration & Clean Hands Certification
Fee Schedule
Used Car Lot Fees
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2-year license - $99.00
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4-year license - $198.00
Apply ONLINE
“Skip the Trip” and Use the DC Business Portal to conduct business wherever and whenever you choose.
IMPORTANT: The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection cooperates with other District of Columbia Government agencies to ensure applicants/licensees comply with all applicable D.C. Official Codes and Municipal Regulations. The agency reserves the right to request additional documentation and/or proof of inspection(s).








