Photograph Procedures
(Important Note:The department will perform on site inspections to confirm the contents of photographs. Submission of fraudulent application form(s) and/or photograph(s) is grounds to refuse to issue this and any subsequent license.)
- Photographs must be clear enough to ensure compliance with requirements.
- Each photograph must be dated and signed.
- Photograph must be attached to a sheet of paper, labeled and numbered according to directions below.
| License Type | Photograph Requirements |
|---|---|
| Wholesale Only Dealer | Office and Location |
| New Vehicle Dealer | Office, Sign and Display Area |
| Non Retail - Auto Broker | Office, Sign and Location |
| Used Vehicle Dealer | Office, Sign and Display Area |
| Dismantler | Office, Sign and Dismantling Area |
| Registration Service | Office, Sign and Location |
| Vessel Agent | Office and Location |
| Lessor/Retailer | Location |
| Manufacturer | Location |
| Distributor | Location |
| Transporter | Location |
Directions for Photograph Requirements
OFFICE - Photographs must clearly show an office set up to perform the duties required by the license type, including adequate storage for accountable materials and records.
#1 Entrance: A photograph of the office entrance which includes the office address from the outside of the building. (Note: see directions under sign for further directions if the address is not affixed near the office entrance or to the exterior of the building.)
#1a If office entrance is not directly accessible from the exterior, then a photograph from the corridor showing the direct entrance is also required.
#2 Exclusive use of office: A full photograph from the entrance to the back wall which includes both side walls. Option: Two or more photographs that can be placed together covering the entire office area.
SIGN - Photograph(s) must clearly show a sign permanently affixed to the exterior of the building, visible from 50 feet. If the address is not visible on the exterior of the building, then it must appear on the sign.
#1 Sign from 50 feet: A photograph of the sign from a distance of fifty feet is required.
#2 Sign from property entrance: A photograph of the sign from the nearest public entrance to the property.
DISPLAY AREA - Photograph(s) must clearly show an area large enough for the type of vehicle for sale and must be for the exclusive use of the licensee.
#1 Photograph of the complete display area.
#2 Photograph that shows the proximity of the display area to the office. If the display area is not in the immediate vicinity of the office, another permanently installed sign is required to identify the business name and office address.
#3 Photograph that includes display area signs. If utilizing designated parking spaces, a sign must be permanently installed designating the spaces for the exclusive use of the licensee (business name). A copy of a contract or lease agreement for the spaces must be included with the application.
DISMANTLING AREA - Photograph(s) must clearly show an area large enough for the purpose of dismantling, must have a separate distinguishable area for vehicles on hold, and must clearly indicate the property is exclusively used by the applicant.
#1 Photograph of the complete dismantling area.
#2 Photograph that shows the proximity of the dismantling area to the office. If the dismantling area is not in the immediate vicinity of the office, another permanently installed sign is required to identify the business name and office address.
#3 Photograph of holding area - 10 day Notice of Acquisition vehicles must be held in an area away from dismantling area.
LOCATION - Licensees with minimal license requirements must submit a photograph that clearly shows the place of business (exterior of building and/or property), posted business name sign and area for licensed activity.