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Instructions for Becoming a Dismantler
To Apply
Complete the dismantler application packet for a three year dismantler certificate and pay a $450 fee.
 
You may print the form on your local printer using your browser's Print option or save a copy to your computing device using the Save As option, or you may obtain a hardcopy form by calling DMV at (503) 945-5052 or by mailing or visiting our office at:
DMV – Business License
1905 Lana Avenue NE
Salem, OR  97314

Service counter hours are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday (excluding holidays).
 
In completing and submitting your application, you must do the following:

Ownership/Applicant Certification Signature and Photo ID
You must provide:
  • Your name;
  • Your residence address;
  • Your mailing address;
  • The signature of all owners, partners, LLC members or corporate officers (do not list CEO’s, Chairs of the Board, General Managers, Directors, et al.), i.e., every owner listed on the application must provide a certifying signature; and
  • Copies of all owners, partners, LLC members or corporate officers official photo ID's (driver license or state issued identification card ONLY) with your application (please attach/staple to the application). 

Legal Name
  • If your business is a sole proprietorship, list your full name as the legal name.
  • If your business is a partnership, list the full names of each partner or the partnership name.
  • If your business is an LLC, list the name of the limited liability company (includes LLC) registered with Business Registry.
  • If your business is a corporation, list the name of the corporation (includes Inc., Corp., etc.) registered with Business Registry.
  • If using an assumed business name or trade name, list the business name registered with Business Registry.
  • If you do not know your Oregon Registry Number(s), contact Business Registry at (503) 986-2200 or www.filinginoregon.com.

Main Business Location
  • Include the address of your primary business location. Vehicles must be sold, records stored, and displayed for sale at this location and approved by city/county zoning;
  • Include your mailing address. All mail will go to this address except items which need a UPS-type delivery will go to the primary business address;
  • Pursuant to ORS 822.110 (1)(a)(b)(c) you must get location approval on your original application. Take your dismantler application to the local city or county office to obtain their approval. Look in the phone book or the Location Approval List to find your local number. Some cities and counties charge a fee for signing the application; and 
  • Attach a plat map or other description of the location of the premises.

Surety Bond
  • The $10,000 bond form provided by DMV (in the application packet) must be completed, signed and sealed by your bonding company;
  • The owner(s) name, the legal and business name, and the business location on the bond must match the dismantler application exactly;
  • The bond must be valid for three years and expire on the last day of the month;
  • The bond must be signed by the owner on the application;
  • The bond must be signed by the bonding agent; and 
  • The bond seal must be original.

Submitting Your Application
You may submit your completed application, supporting materials and payment by mail or in person to:
DMV - Business License
1905 Lana Ave NE
Salem OR 97314
Service counter hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday (excluding holidays).
 
Note: DMV offices accept cash or checks, they do not accept credit or debit cards.
 
For more information you may contact us at (503) 945-5052.

Processing Timeframe
Once the proper paperwork has been submitted and the application is approved, a number will be issued to you.  No dismantler business can be transacted until the application has been approved.

Related Information
Additional information that may be relevant includes:

 
Page updated: September 04, 2008

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