DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY LICENSE SECTION
PERMIT PROCEDURES
ALARM DEALERS
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Application Completed in its entirely and notarized.
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Certificate of Insurance in an amount no less than
$1,000,000 (one million)
and
must contain an endorsement providing for 10 day notice of cancellation or change
to the City of Columbus – License Section, 4252 Groves Rd, Columbus,
Ohio 43232
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A “Letter of Good Standing” is required from the City of Columbus Department
of Income Tax. Questions on how to obtain this should be directed to
614-645-7370
BCI Background Check: The Company Representative is required to complete a
statewide background check from their state of residence. The License Section can
complete the background at our location for local applicants; at a cost of $32.00.
If you live in a closed record state, where you cannot receive a copy of your
background check, please contact License Officer Glenn Rutter at 614-645-6854.
The City of Columbus has revised Columbus City Code 597, that governs the Alarm Industry.
Please review the code at:
https://www.columbus.gov/public-safety/License-Section/
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Proof of Identity of Company Representative.
(examples: Copy of Driver’s License or State issued ID).
For new applicants $400.00. For renewals $250.00
Include a Late Renewal Fee of $50.00, if renewing past your expiration date.
Permit Fees
Make checks payable to the City Treasurer - License Section
SUBMIT THE ABOVE REQUIRED INFORMATION TO:
Department of Public Safety
License Section – AlarmUnit
4252 Groves Rd
Columbus, OH 43232
Phone: 614-645-7960