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UPDATES
- New Application Fees
- LIC41: Written Exam Application – new fees are $585
Use this form to apply for the written exam for the following license types: Master and Special Electrician, Master Plumber, Master Fire Suppression Piping Contractor, Master Rigger, Master Sign Hanger, High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer, Oil Burner Equipment Installer, Tower/Climber Crane Rigger, Site Safety Manager, Private Agency Elevator Director/Inspector, and Gas Work Qualification. -
LIC42 Practical Exam Application – new fees are $530
Use this form to apply for the practical exam for the following license types: Master and Special Electrician, Master Plumber, Special Rigger, Master Rigger, Special Sign Hanger, Master Sign Hanger, High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer, Oil Burner Equipment Installer, Tower/Climber Crane Rigger.
- LIC41: Written Exam Application – new fees are $585
- New License Application Requirement
- New License Application Service Notice - As of September 7, 2021, all new license applications are required to be submitted online at nyc.gov/dobnow. See the New License Application User Guide for step-by-step directions.
Master Sign Hangers
Master Sign Hangers are licensed to raise, lower, hang, or attach signs.
| License Fee | $100.00 |
| Renewal Fee | $75.00 |
| Late Renewal Fee | $50.00 |
| License Term | 3 years |
Special Sign Hangers
SpecialSign Hangers are licensed to raise, lower, hang, or attach signs that are smaller than 150 square feet and weigh less than 1,200 pounds.
| License Fee | $100.00 |
| Renewal Fee | $75.00 |
| Late Renewal Fee | $50.00 |
| License Term | 3 years |