POLICE Department

Auto Dealers Detail - Vehicle Immobilization Service


Any person who engages in, conducts or carries on the public business of repairing motor vehicles or motor vehicle trailers, or both. This term includes a mobile automotive repair business

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.
  • Appeals for denial of license are adjudicated before a hearing official of the police department.