Tennessee Dealer License Chronological Checklist

Place of Business Zoned for Dealer License
Location with at least 288 square feet with restroom, display lot with 15 vehicles plus 3 customer parking spaces, and zoned for auto sales. Another business at the location is acceptable.

Register with Tennessee Secretary of State, Obtain Employer ID Number, Tax License, and Business License
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Complete and Submit the Following Three Documents:
Service Agreement-Only needed if you do not have onsite repair facility
Zoning Compliance-Form must be completed by office that handles zoning at your City hall or County Courthouse.
Financial Statement-Signed by CPA stating you are worth at least $10,000.

Proof of Dealer Insurance
Harper Insurance
Reed Brothers
Knoxville Insurance

Apply for Dealer License
Scan All Documents, Create an Account and Apply at
core.tn.gov

 

 

 

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