Apply for a Contractor's License

Step 1.Gather your documentation

Ensure you have all relevant documentation. For a General Contractor's License, you will need:

• ICBO/ICC Certificate or Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual ICBO/ICC, Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate.
• Certificate of Insurance showing:
  • $500,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class A and Class B licenses.
  • $300,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class C and Class D licenses. (Note: Class D licenses strictly for working on own property may maintain a $5,000 Bond.)
  • The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker's Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

For a Trades Contractor's License, you will need:

• Master Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate.
• 12 hours of Continuing Education Unit Certificates (for both Master and Journeyman licenses within the last 2 years). We do not accept the CEU log unless it shows a certified stamp or an embossed seal.
• Certificate of Insurance showing a minimum of $500,000 General Liability and Worker’s Comp coverage. The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker’s Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

Step 2.Fill out application & pay online

Your fees will be calculated for you automatically. Please ensure you have a credit card or bank draft so you can pay and finalize your application online.

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Step 1.Gather your documentation

Ensure you have all relevant documentation. For a General Contractor's License, you will need:

• ICBO/ICC Certificate or Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual ICBO/ICC, Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate.
• Certificate of Insurance showing:
  • $500,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class A and Class B licenses.
  • $300,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class C and Class D licenses. (Note: Class D licenses strictly for working on own property may maintain a $5,000 Bond.)
  • The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker's Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

For a Trades Contractor's License, you will need:

• Master Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate.
• 12 hours of Continuing Education Unit Certificates (for both Master and Journeyman licenses within the last 2 years). We do not accept the CEU log unless it shows a certified stamp or an embossed seal.
• Certificate of Insurance showing a minimum of $500,000 General Liability and Worker’s Comp coverage. The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker’s Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

Step 2.Fill out application & email

Email your completed form and all supporting documentation to contractor@newtonkansas.com.

Step 3.Pay license fees

General Contractor Fees:

• Class “A” - $200/year
• Class “B” - $150/year
• Class “C” - $125/year
• Class “D” - $125/year

Trades Contractor Fees:

• License fee: $150/year
• Master License Fee: $40/year
• Journeyman License Fee: $20/year

Payment can be made over the phone at 316-284-6020, or in person at the 3rd-floor reception desk at City Hall, 201 E. 6th St. Business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Step 1.Gather your documentation

Ensure you have all relevant documentation. For a General Contractor's License, you will need:

• ICBO/ICC Certificate or Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual ICBO/ICC, Block / Experior / Prometric Certificate.
• Certificate of Insurance showing:
  • $500,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class A and Class B licenses.
  • $300,000 comp. General Liability & Worker's Comp for Class C and Class D licenses. (Note: Class D licenses strictly for working on own property may maintain a $5,000 Bond.)
  • The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker's Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

For a Trades Contractor's License, you will need:

• Master Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate. We do not accept other City/County Licenses, only a copy of the actual Block / Experior / Prometric / ICC Certificate.
• 12 hours of Continuing Education Unit Certificates (for both Master and Journeyman licenses within the last 2 years). We do not accept the CEU log unless it shows a certified stamp or an embossed seal.
• Certificate of Insurance showing a minimum of $500,000 General Liability and Worker’s Comp coverage. The City of Newton must be shown as the Insurance Certificate Holder. If Worker’s Comp is not needed, a waiver must be completed, signed, and notarized. Notaries are available at City Hall.

Step 2.Fill out application

Print the appropriate application linked below or visit the 3rd-floor reception desk at City Hall, 201 E. 6th St., for a hard copy. Business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Step 3.Pay license fees

General Contractor Fees:

• Class “A” - $200/year
• Class “B” - $150/year
• Class “C” - $125/year
• Class “D” - $125/year

Trades Contractor Fees:

• License fee: $150/year
• Master License Fee: $40/year
• Journeyman License Fee: $20/year

Payment can be made by cash, check, or card at the 3rd-floor reception desk at City Hall, 201 E. 6th St. Business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.