MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF STATE
REPAIR FACILITY ORIGINAL APPLICATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Before performing motor vehicle repairs for compensation, a repair facility must register with the Michigan
Department of State. Business cannot be conducted until a registration number is issued. Failure to comply
with this requirement is a misdemeanor and subject to administrative sanctions by the Michigan Department of
State. You must certify that you have read and understand the requirements of the Repair Facility Manual
and the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act [Public Act 300 of 1974]. Click on the hyperlinks above to
access the documents.
The f
ollowing information is helpful with completing the attached Repair Facility application.
APPLY ONLINE WITH e-SERVICES – For faster service please submit your application online. All Mechanic
certification information, forms, and access to e-Services can be found on the Repair Facilities
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eb page.
ONLY ONE FACILITY AT A SINGLE ADDRESS – Only one repair facility is permitted at a single mailing
address. If an active repair facility is registered at the same address of your proposed repair facility, the previous
owner must submit a Repair Facility Closeout Statement (see below).
CLOSE OUT STATEMENT – A repair facility cannot occupy a location listed as the address of another,
registered repair facility. The existing, registered repair facility must complete a repair facility closeout statement
signed by a listed owner of the facility that is closing out. In some extreme situations it may not be possible to
obtain such a signature. In that case documents such as lease agreements, statements from the property owner,
property deeds combined with inspections by our investigators can be used. These are decided on a case-by-
case basis.
BUSINESS NAME—Every business entity must be filed at the county (if a sole proprietorship) or Licensing and
Regulatory Affairs (LARA) if a corporation, LLC, or partnership. Any assumed names must also be on file for
that entity, or they cannot be used.
MECHANIC CERTIFICATION - If a repair facility performs major repairs, it must employ State of Michigan
certified mechanics for the categories of major repair performed by the facility. Mechanics performing minor
repairs do not require certification.
DOCUMENTS
SUBMISSION –Copies of all forms and contracts intended to be used with the public in the
operation of your facility must be submitted with this application. This includes estimates and invoices at a
minimum, but may also include warranties, waivers, contracts, and other documents. Estimates and invoices are
required by every facility and should be compliant. See the Repair Facility Manual f
or more detailed information.
GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE – This initial application requires a forward-looking estimate of anticipated gross
annual revenue the repair facility expects to receive the first year. Gross annual revenue is the total amount of
money received in payment for services or repairs before expenses of any kind are subtracted.
It includes all
parts, labor, and materials expected to be used in performing repairs, including items such as tires, oil, oil filters,
windshield wiper blades, body sheet metal components, batteries, belts, etc. and labor. It also includes repairs
covered by a warranty which reimburses you for parts used and/or labor. Gross annual revenue does not include
revenue obtained from vehicles not required to be registered and titled such as farm tractors, off road
construction equipment, snowmobiles, etc.; parts sold but not installed and fuel and lubricants sold over the
counter.
The following information is important for all repair facility owners to know.
WRITTEN ESTIMATE - A repair facility must give a written estimate to the customer prior to repair work costing
$50 or more. Any additional repairs which exceed the estimated price by more than $50 or 10% (whichever is
less) must be approved by the customer before the additional work is done. This approval may be verbal.
If the customer does not want a written estimate, the facility may have the customer sign a waiver forfeiting the
right to receive the written estimate prior to repairs. One copy of the signed waiver must be given to the customer.
INVOICE - Upon completion of repairs, a repair facility must give the customer an invoice itemizing all parts and
labor involved in the repair of the customer’s vehicle. The invoice must disclose whether parts installed were
new, used, rebuilt, or reconditioned. The name and Michigan certification number of the mechanic who
performed the repairs must appear on the invoice. The invoice must contain a certification stating that the repairs
were completed properly and must be signed by the owner, or a person designated by the owner to represent
the facility.
PARTS RETURN - Before beginning work on a customer’s vehicle, a facility must inform the customer of the
right to return of replaced parts. This can be done by means of a sign or by having proper wording on the face
of the work order.
CONSUMER INFORMATION SIGN - A repair facility must display a sign in the cashier’s area, and in each
location where customer service orders are written, informing customers of their basic rights under the law.
RECORDS MAINTENANCE - A facility must keep for a period of 3 years copies of all documents used by the
facility in connection with repairs to customer vehicles, and longer if a repair is under investigation. Body shops
must keep parts sales records and/or a police book to record major component parts which are bought, sold, or
used by the facility.
REGISTRATION NUMBER - The registration number assigned by the Department of State must appear on all
written estimates, waiver of estimates, final invoices, or any other documents given to the customer. A repair
facility may not do business until a registration number is issued.
RENEWAL – A renewal application will be mailed 60 days prior to your expiration date. Renewals may be
mailed, or you may choose to renew online. Most online renewals will automatically process within 24 hours.
Mailed in renewals must be manually processed and can take 30-45 days. If the department has received the
renewal and payment prior to the expiration date, the facility may continue to operate until it is processed.
TRAINING—The Business Regulation Section offers free virtual trainings to repair facility owners, managers,
service advisers, and technicians on the basic requirements of the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act and
relevant industry information. Find more information at www.Michigan.gov/sos >
Industry Services > Repair
Facilities > Training. This training is strongly encouraged.
It is important that you answer all questions and submit all required information and documents,
or your application cannot be processed. Failure to promptly respond to requests for additional
information may lead to the dismissal of your application and forfeiture of application fees.
Many questions can be answered by viewing our website.
Go to www.Michigan.gov/sos > Industry Services > Repair Facilities.
You may also contact the Business Licensing Section via email at Licens[email protected] or
telephone at 1-888-SOS-MICH (1-888-767-6424).
Please Allow at Least 30 Days for Processing
Application Fees are Non-Refundable.
AR-0012 (02/2023) By Authority of Public Act 300 of 1974
Michigan Department of State
STATE OF MICHIGAN
ORIGINAL MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR FACILITY REGISTRATION APPLICATION
Please Type or Print
1. BUSINESS NAME -- Enter the complete legal name exactly as it is filed with the County (for Sole Proprietorship) or Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Corporations Division
(LARA)(for Corporations, LLCs, etc). Include any DBAs or Assumed Names—these must already be on file with the County or with LARA or they cannot be used and
will be left off the registration.
2. FACILITY ADDRESS -- There can only be one repair facility at a single address. A Closeout Statement from the previous owner must be submitted with this
application if there is a repair facility currently registered at this address. Go to www.michigan.gov/sos/resources/forms and search for Repair Facility Closeout Statement.
STREET ADDRESS CITY COUNTY ZIP
2a. MAILING ADDRESS
– If you would like to have your mail sent to a separate address, add it here. All mail will go to this address.
STREET ADDRESS CITY COUNTY ZIP
3. OWNERSHIP TYPE
Sole Proprietor
Corporation
Partnership
Municipality
Other______________________________
4. CORPORATE ID NUMBER
5. ORIGINATION DATE
6. STATE OF ORIGINATION
7. FEIN, EIN (if applicable)
8. FACILITY TELEPHONE NUMBER
( )
9. BUSINESS E-MAIL ADDRESS
10. INDIVIDUAL IN CHARGE OF THIS LOCATION
11.
BUSINESS DAYS AND HOURS Enter the open and close
times for each day
you will be open for business. Check Closed and Appointment Only as applicable.
12. TYPE OF VEHICLES SERVICED
Indicate the types of vehicles you will be servicing.
Closed
Appointment
Only
Open Close
Automobiles and Light Trucks (under 14,000# GVW)
Sunday
Heavy-Duty Trucks (14,000# GVW or more)
Monday
Motorcycles
Tuesday
Recreational Trailers / RVs
Wednesday
Other _____________________________________
Thursday
For More Information visit this link:
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/industry-services/repair-
facilities
Friday
Saturday
13.
TYPE OF SERVICE BUSINESS Mark the one most appropriate description of your facility.
A.
New Car Dealer H.
Auto Parts Shop Z.
Mobile Repair Facility
B.
Used Car Dealer I.
Specialty Shop
Other (specify)
C.
RV Dealer J.
Multi-Facility Chain
D.
HD Truck/Semi Dealer K.
Independent Garage
E.
Scrap Dealer L.
Gasoline Service Station
F.
Motorcycle Dealer M.
Diagnostic Clinic
G.
Mobile Home Dealer N.
Body or Collision Shop
14
. ANTICIPATED DATE BUSINESS WILL OPEN
Business cannot open without a registration number. Allow at least 30 days for processing
_______/_______/_______
Contact Business Licensing by email at [email protected] or visit www.Michigan.gov/SOS
PLEASE ALLOW AT LEAST
30 DAYS
FOR PROCESSING
Clear Form
15.
Is the business franchised?
NO YES (If you checked YES complete Item 16.)
16. Company and person selling franchise.
Company Person
17.
Has any owner, officer, partner, member, or other person listed on this
application owned or participated in any other repair facility?
NO
YES (If you checked YES complete Item 18.)
18. List all current and former repair facility registrations by name or number.
19. TYPE OF REPAIRS OFFERED
Check every category of motor vehicle repair you will offer.
Automobiles and Light Trucks (under 14,000# GVW) Recreational Trailers
A.
All Repairs B through I N.
Recreational Trailer Repair
B.
Engine Repair
C.
Automatic Transmission
Heavy-Duty Trucks (14,000# GVW or more)
D.
Manual Transmission
P.
All Truck Repairs Q through V
E.
Front End, Suspension and Steering Systems
Q.
Engine Repair - Gasoline
F.
Brakes and Braking Systems
R.
Engine Repair - Diesel
G.
Electrical Systems
S.
Drive Train
H.
Heating and Air Conditioning
T.
Brakes and Braking Systems
I.
Engine Tune-Up/Performance
U.
Suspension and Steering Systems
J.
Pre-1973 Vehicles
V.
Electrical Systems
Motorcycle Other Repairs
M.
Motorcycle Repair Z.
Body and Collision Repairs
Other (specify)
20. SQUARE FOOTAGE How many square feet is the portion of the facility used for diagnosis and repairs? ________________ Square Feet
ORIGINAL MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR FACILITY REGISTRATION APPLICATION
21. CERTIFIED MECHANICS – If your facility will be doing major repairs (A-V in Item 19 above), replacing collision-damaged mechanical components, or
repairing structurally damaged unitized body vehicles, you must employ properly certified mechanics. Mechanics must be certified in the categories of
repair offered by the facility. Attach additional pages, if necessary.
MECHANIC’S NAME MICHIGAN CERTIFICATION NUMBER
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
*NOTE – You may have mechanics in your facility who need state testing and certification. For more on mechanic testing,
certification, and trainee permits, please visit
https://www.michigan.gov/sos/industry-services/mechanics.
22. TOTAL NUMBER OF MECHANICS – Enter the total number of persons who diagnose, repair, or maintain motor
vehicles. This includes persons who do lubrication work, tire installation, minor repairs and body and collision repairs. _________________
23. RESIDENT AGENT IN MICHIGAN Complete ONLY if you have a Resident Agent on file with Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Corporations
Division and that person IS NOT also listed as an Owner/Officer/Director/Member or shareholder with a 10% or more ownership position.
Name
Telephone
Address Street City Zip Code
Contact Business Licensing by email at [email protected] or visit www.Michigan.gov/SOS
FEE SCHEDULE
Gross annual revenue is the total amount of money you expect to receive in payment for services or repairs provided before expenses are subtracted.
INCLUDE: DO NOT INCLUDE:
• all parts, labor, and materials you expect to use in performing repairs.
• item such as tires, oil, oil filters, windshield wiper blades, body sheet
metal components, batteries, belts, etc.
• labor, even if parts are not used.
• repairs covered by a warranty which reimburses you for parts used
and/or labor.
• parts sold but not installed.
• fuel and lubricants sold over the counter.
• revenue obtained from vehicles not required to be
registered and titled such as farm tractors, off road
construction equipment, snowmobiles, etc.
When you have found the revenue category which most accurately reflects your anticipated gross annual revenue, place a check in the box next to the
fee to be paid. Please be aware that any misleading, incomplete, or false information provided may be grounds for denial of this application.
GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE FEE GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE FEE GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE FEE
A.
Under $5,000
$25.00
H.
$100,001 to $120,000
$200.00
O.
$240,001 to $260,000
$375.00
B.
$5,001 to $15,000
$50.00
I.
$120,001 to $140,000
$225.00
P.
$260,001 to $280,000
$400.00
C.
$15,001 to $25,000
$75.00
J.
$140,001 to $160,000
$250.00
Q.
$280,001 to $300,000
$425.00
D.
$25,001 to $40,000
$100.00
K.
$160,001 to $180,000
$275.00
R.
$300,001 to $320,000
$450.00
E.
$40,001 to $60,000
$125.00
L.
$180,001 to $200,000
$300.00
S.
$320,001 to $340,000
$475.00
F.
$60,001 to $80,000
$150.00
M.
$200,001 to $220,000
$325.00
T.
Over $340,000
$500.00
G.
$80,001 to $100,000 $175.00
N.
$220,001 to $240,000 $350.00
Estimated 1
st
Year Gross Annual Revenue $________________
Enter Fee to be Paid: $______________________
Make Checks Payable to: STATE OF MICHIGAN
FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Mail Application and Payment To:
Michigan Department of State
Business Licensing Section
Lansing, MI 48918
Yes, this is correct—
no street or number is necessary!
24. ARRESTS OR CONVICTIONS - Has any Owner, Partner, Officer, Director, or Member (as listed in item 26) been
arrested or convicted of a crime, other than a traffic violation, in Michigan or any other state in the past 10 years?
If YES, provide the name of the individual and complete details of all arrests or convictions which took place. Attach an
additional sheet if necessary, following the same format.
NO YES
Name: Date of Arrest/Conviction:
Location of offense: Court of record:
Details of Arrest/Conviction: (Include as much detail as possible including statute number and common terminology such as B&E, Fleeing and Eluding, etc.)
Reach Business Licensing by email at Licensing@Michigan.gov or visit www.Michigan.gov/SOS
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RIGINAL MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR FACILITY REGISTRATION APPLICATION
25. DOCUMENTS - Copies of all forms and contracts intended to be used with the public in the operation of your facility must be submitted with the
application. This includes estimates and invoices at a minimum, but may also include warranties, waivers, contracts, and other documents. Please
submit all documents with this application and mark off below which documents are being submitted.
See Appendix B, C, D, and E of the Repair Facility
Manual for additional information.
Estimate
Invoice
Warranty
Contract Language
Waiver Additional Services Information – This includes pamphlets and handouts used to
s
ell maintenance and other products and services.
Other ___________________________________________
26. CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES
If Individual Ownership (sole proprietor), the owner must sign. If a Sole Proprietor W/Spouse, both must sign. If a Partnership, all partners must sign. If a
Limited Liability Company, all members must sign. If a Municipality (or school), an administrator with proper authority must sign. If a Corporation, all
corporate officers must sign. For publicly traded or multinational entities, all corporate officers, and directors must be li
sted but only one officer needs to sign.
In all cases, when applicable, owners of 10% or more of the facility must also be included. Resident Agent non-owners must be disclosed.
By signing below, I (we) certify to the truth and accuracy of all statements and representations made in this application, including all statements attached
hereto. Further, I (we) stipulate and agree that any legal process affecting this business served on the Secretary of State or his/her deputies shall have the
same effect as if personally served on me (Us) and all other owners of this business, if any. I (we) further agree that this appointment shall remain in force
as long as any liability of the business shall remain outstanding within the State of Michigan. I (we) understand that if I (we) do major repairs, I (we) shall
employ mechanics certified with the State of Michigan in the categories of repair I (we) offer. I (we) further certify that we have read and understand the
requirements of the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act [Public Act 300 of 1974] and the Repair Facility Manual. I (we) also understand and agree to
maintain all records as required by law for a period of 3 years, or longer if repairs are under investigation.
Any misleading, incomplete, or false statement may be grounds for denial
of this application or suspension or revocation of the registration. Failure to notify
the Michigan Department of State of material changes may be grounds for suspension or revocation of the registration.
PLEASE PRINT EXCEPT FOR SIGNATURE.
1.) Owner, Partner, Officer, Director, or Member Name
Title
Date of Birth
Signature
Date
Home Address (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number
Driver License or State ID Number State of Issuance
Principal Occupation for Past Five (5) Years
2.) Owner, Partner, Officer, Director, or Member Name
Title
Date of Birth
Signature
Date
Home Address (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number
Driver License or State ID Number State of Issuance
Principal Occupation for Past Five (5) Years
3.) Owner, Partner, Officer, Director, or Member Name
Title
Date of Birth
Signature
Date
Home Address (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number
Driver License or State ID Number State of Issuance
Principal Occupation for Past Five (5) Years
4.) Owner, Partner, Officer, Director, or Member Name
Title
Date of Birth
Signature
Date
Home Address (Street) (City/State) (Zip Code)
Telephone Number
Driver License or State ID Number State of Issuance
Principal Occupation for Past Five (5) Years
Contact Business Licensing by email at Licensing@Michigan.gov or visit www.Michigan.gov/SOS