Licensing & Permits

Business Certificates

All fictitious name certificates for businesses (commonly known as "doing business as" or "dba" certificates) are required to be filed with the Town Clerk in the community in which the business operates. The dba files allow consumers to identify and locate the proprietor of a business known by a name other than that of the proprietor.   Once filed, a certificate is valid for four years. The fee for filing is $25.00. 

A Business Certificate must be filed with the Town Clerk' Office for:

*Certain non-residents, such as foreign limited liability companies, must appoint the city or town clerk as their agent for service of process in accordance with MGL Chapter 227, s.5A.

Business Certificate (DBA) Application



Dog Licenses  

                                        Annual Dog License period changes to 
                                        April 1st through March 31st annually.

Effective for the 2013 dog licensing period, Lexington's dog license will run from April 1st through March 31st annually.  2013 Dog licensing invoices will be mailed on or about March 1, 2013.  2012 licenses will remain in effect until April 1, 2013.

Massachusetts General Law requires all dog owners to license their dog(s).  A license will be issued only if the owner has evidence of a rabies vaccination which is valid as of the date of issuance. Neutered/spayed documentation will also be required if such designation is not evident on rabies certificate.  The Board of Selectmen voted the following licensing fees for 2013: neutered/spayed dogs $15.00, intact dogs (male/female) $20.00. 

An owner or keeper of a dog who fails to renew a dog license within 21 days after being notified that a previously issued license has expired may be assessed a fee in addition to any other charges due for such license.

Green Paw Initiative  By acknowledging your pet owner's pledge of environmental responsibility the "Lexington Green Paw" badge will be issued to you for your properly vaccinated and licensed dogs.

Online payment for a dog license is available if you have a rabies certificate with a current vaccine on file with the Town Clerk's Office.  Payments online can be paid from your checking account or with a credit card (Master Card or Discover).  Please note a nominal fee will apply to all online transactions. Contact the Town Clerk's Office via e-mail townclerk@lexingtonma.gov or telephone 781-862-0500 ext 270 with any questions.

Dog License Application

Dog License On-Line Payment



Fuel Storage Registration

The Town Clerk processes the annual registration of facilities and/or properties on which a license to maintain flammable liquids, gases or solids has been issued.  

Flammables - Question and Answers

Massachusetts General Law - Licensing and registration of flammables

Hunting, Fishing & Trapping Licenses

Hunting, Fishing & Trapping Licenses may be obtained on-line State Division of Fisheries & Wildlife.  The Lexington Town Clerk no longer serves as an agent for state gaming and fishing license.


 

Raffle Permits

Only non-profit/charitable organizations may hold raffles, bazaars or other gaming events (i.e. Texas Hold'em or Casino Nights).  The funds raised must be used for educational, charitable, religious, fraternal or civil purposes or for veteran's benefits.  Permits must be obtained prior to the raffle, bazaar or gaming event.  Please allow for a minimum of a 1-2 week turnaround for the permit application,  approval and issuance process.  Organizations must provide documentation of their current, non-profit/tax exempt status (501(C)(3), ST-2, etc.) prior to permit issuance.  Once an application is approved and permit issued, the permit is valid for one (1) year from date of issuance.  The organization is then required to submit an Annual Report within thirty (30) days of the permit's expiration date.

Raffle and Bazaar Permit Questionnaire

Raffle and Bazaar Permit Application