Legal Opinions
The Department of State has issued a legal opinion to explain that business and individual licenses must be posted in the business so that they can be easily seen by the public and employees.
Business owners cannot demand money from another, including a nail trainee, to provide the business license number.
Additionally, business owners cannot demand that a worker surrender physical custody of their individual license.
A violation of these requirements will subject the business owner to discipline, including license revocation or suspension, or a fine of up to $500 per violation.
Additional Forms
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Appearance Enhancement/Barber Business Owner Affirmation (English)
To be completed by an AE/Barber Business owner who will have an area renter working in their business.
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Nail Salons: Important Information
The New York Department of State ("Department") has created several new handouts and educational materials concerning new rules relating to ventilation. If your business offers nail specialty services, the Department advises you to review these materials and contact us if you have any questions. All materials are available below.
To help your business comply with the new regulations, the Department has created:
- General Guidance - Overview of the New Regulations
- The Business Owner's How to Guide to Ventilation
- Important Tips & Information After an Inspection
- Technical Specifications for Contractors and Professionals
- Useful Resources Guide and Helpful Links
- FAQs Relating to Ventilation
Self-Inspection Checklist for Appearance Enhancement Business Owners
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Self-Inspection Checklist for Appearance Enhancement Business Owners (Spanish/Español)
Traducción al español (Spanish)Download
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Self-Inspection Checklist for Appearance Enhancement Business Owners (Haitian-Creole/Kreyòl Ayisyen)
Tradiksyon kreyòl ayisyen (Haitian Creole)Download
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Self-Inspection Checklist for Appearance Enhancement Business Owners (French/Français)
Traduction française (French)Download