INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING A BUSINESS CERTIFICATE

Who Must File ?

Any person conducting business in Waltham

Any person doing business under any title other than the complete real name of the owner, (i.e. John W. Smith), whether individually or as a partnership.

Any Corporation doing business in a name other than the corporate name. Only corporations can use Inc., LLC, Ltd. (Must be filed by a corporate officer.)

Where does one File ?

File with the Department of the City Clerk, either in person or by mail, in every city or town where an office of any such person, business, partnership or corporation may be situated.

What about a change ?

Upon discontinuing, retiring, changing or withdrawing from such business or partnership, or in a case of a change of residence of such person or of the location where business is conducted, such form must be filed with the Department of the City Clerk.

After the withdrawal / change is completed, if the business is

planning to continue to operate in Waltham, it is necessary to file a new Business Certificate.

Does a Business Certificate Expire?

A Business certificate is in effect for four (4) years from the date of issue. A new filing must be made each four years as long as the business is conducted. It is the owner(s) responsibility to renew the form every four years, renewal forms will not be automatically sent out.

Do I have to display the Certificate ?

No, but you must provide a copy on request, during regular business hours, to any person who has purchased goods or services from such business

Fees :

Business Certificate Filings ………… $ 50.00 includes one certified copy

Withdrawals, Discontinuances, Changes, etc. … $ 30.00 includes one certified copy

Penalties:

Violations of these provisions shall be subject to a fine of not more that three hundred dollars ($300.00) for each month during which such violation continues.

By Mail:

Obtain form from Department of City Clerk. Fill out form completely.

Sign form before a NOTARY PUBLIC. Mail with check or money order made out to the

City of Waltham, along with a self addressed stamped envelope.

MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS, CHAPTER 110, SECTION 5