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Businesses that buy and sell property that is frequently the subject of theft (“regulated property”) must apply for a secondhand dealers permit. This permit needs to be renewed annually and is nontransferable.
This form should take roughly 60 minutes to complete
1) Download and fill out the application
Be sure to include a personal history form for each required person.
2) Submit your application and payment to us
Write your check for any amount due with your application and make it payable to 'City of Portland.'
Returned checks will incur a $35 charge (Returned Check Charge Policy)
By mail
Mail your completed Secondhand Dealer Permit Application, all other required attachments, and payment to:
City of Portland Business Permitting
PO Box 8084
Portland, OR 97207-8084
In person
Bring your completed Secondhand Dealer Permit Application, all other required attachments, and payment to:
City of Portland Revenue Division
111 SW Columbia St. Suite 600
Portland, OR 97207-5840