LICENSES + REGISTRATIONS

Business Licensing & Special Event/Mass Gathering Permits:

SmartGov - Online Licensing Application & Renewal

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    • Please allow up to two weeks for processing. 
    • For establishments selling food, you must upload a copy of your State food license.  There are two State agencies that oversee licensing, depending upon your establishment:
      • DACF (Quality Assurance & Regulations) licenses commercial food processors, wholesalers, and home food manufacturers for products like baked goods, canned goods, specialty foods, and pre-packaged foods that are shelf stable.  
      • DHHS  (Health Inspection Program) licenses eating establishments (restaurants), mobile food vendors, and caterers producing food for immediate consumption.
    • For establishments selling alcohol, you will also need to apply for State liquor licensing (BABLO); initial applications will be scheduled to go before the City Council for a public hearing; once approved, both the State liquor and City license will be issued.
    • FOOD TRUCKS: Please apply as "FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT" and select "MOBILE VENDING UNIT". 
    • VENDORS LOCATED OUTSIDE OF AUBURN:  Please enter "60 COURT ST, AUBURN ME 04210" where it asks for address/parcel.
  • Application for Waiver of License Fee for Non-Profit & Charitable Organizations 
  • Sole Proprietor & Business Partnership Applications (DBA)
  • Special Event/Mass Gathering Permit Application

Marijuana Licensing:

Hunting/Fishing Licenses

Dog Licenses