POLICE Department

Auto Dealers Detail - Wholesale Jobber and Retail Supply Dealer


Any person in the business of buying or selling new automotive parts and accessories at wholesale and retail prices. For example: Parts stores who not only sell retail to the public, but also sell wholesale

Fees: Initial application, Annual renewal • For fee schedules, go to www.houstoncityfees.org

Process:
  • Criminal background check - A criminal background check is conducted on new owners,  a sole proprietorship, or an authorized person if the applicant is a corporation or a general partnership.  The background check is conducted at a IdentoGO site. Please refer to the  FastPass Form for instructions.  After completing the background check, call the Auto Dealers Detail at 832-394-4800 between 48 to 72 hours to ensure the criminal history has been obtained.
  • Application for Dealer License - Mail or present a fully completed application form.
  • Attach copy of Certificate of Occupancy or Life Safety Inspection for your building
  • If applicant is a corporation
    • Attach copy of Articles of Incorporation
    • Attach copy of letter of good standing from the Secretary of State
  •  Attach copy of Assumed Name Certificate if applicable.
  • Automotive Board review - The City of Houston Automotive Board reviews the application for each new business including consideration of the findings of a criminal background check.
  • Notice of an Automotive Board public hearing on the business application is published.
  • Approval or Denial is decided by the Board at the hearing