The Car Wash Accountability Law, which requires car washes in New York City to obtain a license to operate, took effect on January 15, 2018.
Do you operate a mobile car wash in New York City? Read Dos & DON’Ts.
¿Opera usted un lavadero móvil de vehículos en la ciudad de Nueva York? Lea lo que SÍ debe hacer y lo que NO debe hacer.
Car washes, including mobile car washes, must have a valid DCWP Car Wash License. Review the Car Wash License Application Checklist.
Car wash businesses must maintain a chronological log in an electronic format documenting complaints of damage to vehicles. Download Car Wash Damage Complaint Log template (in Excel format).
Do you or your business clean vehicles, including washing, detailing, drying, polishing, vacuuming, or other cosmetic care of vehicles, either at a fixed location or as a mobile, on-demand, or “pop-up” service? Read Inspection Checklist to learn what our inspectors look for and help avoid violations.
For information regarding permits you may need from the New York City Department of Mental Health and Hygiene, please contact:
For information regarding permits you may need from the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, please contact: