Summer, Day, Overnight, Traveling or Municipal Camps for Children

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All new camp permit applications and all existing camp permit renewals must be submitted to the NYC Department of Health at least 90 days before the date the camp starts.
The camp facility shall be on a commercial establishment, for example, camp grounds, community centers, churches, public/private school buildings. It cannot be a private or residential dwelling. Applicants will be required to submit a valid Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Letter of No Objection (LNO) from the NYC Department of Buildings. The CO and LNO must be current during the camp operating period.
All operators should review the NYC Health Code Article 48 and NYS Sanitary Code 7-2 to understand the rules for operating a summer camp and how to comply.

NYC Health Code Article 48

NYS Sanitary Code 7-2
Refer to the Requirements Checklist for basic documentation and other requirements needed to apply for any permit from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), some of which depend on the type of business that will be given the permit.
REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST
All new camp directors are required to attend a Camp Director's Orientation provided by the NYC Health Department. Registration is online only. Select "Group Child Care and Summer Camp Orientation Sessions" and register for a Camp Director's Orientation. Sessions are 3 hours long and there is no fee to register. YOU CAN APPLY FOR THE CAMP PERMIT EVEN IF THE CAMP DIRECTOR HAS NOT YET ATTENDED AN ORIENTATION SESSION.
Register for a New Camp Director Orientation Session
Summer camps that will participate in aquatics activities, must have their Aquatics Director attend an Aquatics Director's Orientation session. Registration is online only. Select "Group Child Care and Summer Camp Orientation Sessions" and register for the Aquatics Director's Orientation. Sessions are 2 hours long and there is no fee to register.
Register for a Summer Camp Aquatics Director Orientation
List of Permit Fees.
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List of accepted payment methods for the permit fee.
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Steps to apply online:

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All applications for a new Summer Camp Permit must be completed online.
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All applicants for a new summer camp permit must complete, save and then upload a Summer Camp Site Inspection Request Form.
Summer Camp Site Inspection Request Form (PDF)
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If fee-exempt, also submit proof of 501(c)(3) Exemption or Municipal Exemption and a letter confirming that you are in good standing with the US Treasury Department. See the 501(c)(3) Organizations: Exemption Requirements
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The documents and completed forms below must be submitted. If you do not have all of these documents when you apply for a new permit you must, at a minimum, submit the Site Inspection Request form described in the step above. To upload additional documents at a later time, you will need your online licensing login information and password. If you have forgotten your password, use the Apply link below and follow the instructions on the login page. If you still have problems logging in, call 311 and ask for Summer Camp Permit.
Business Certificate (for a business owned by an individual) or Partnership Certificate (for partnerships) or Certificate of Incorporation or corporate filing receipt issued by the New York State Secretary of State.
Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Letter of No Objection (LNO) from the NYC Department of Buildings. The CO and LNO must be current during the camp operating period. For more information please visit the NYC Department of Buildings guide to Certificate of Occupancy.

Worker's Compensation Certificate or Form CE-200 (if exempt)

Proof of General Liability Insurance

Disability Benefits Insurance Certificate or Form CE-200 (if exempt)

Vehicular Insurance (required if you intend to use a private or charterd vehicle for campers and staff during trips or for pick-up/drop-off servcie)
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Camp Staff Qualifications
Children’s Camp Facility and Staff Description (PDF)

Camp Director's Resume

Camp Director's Statewide Central Register Database Check

Prospective Children's Camp Director Certified Statement

Health Director's CPR Certification (CPR Pro)

Health Director's Advance First Aid Certification (Responding to Emergencies)

NYC Summer Camp Safety Plan (PDF) - For New Camps Only

Trip Itinerary and Parental Consent Form (PDF)
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Aquatic Staff Qualifications (Required for camps that will provide swimming, boating and/or aquatic theme park services)
Aquatic Director's Resume

Aquatic Director's Lifeguard Management Certification

Aquatic Director's CPR Certification (CPR Pro)
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Create an account with the NYC Online Licensing system. Follow the directions to register as a new user. Payment is required to complete and submit the application so applicants should have their credit or debit card information readily available. Partially completed applications may be saved and returned to later for completion.
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Once you have created an account, you may begin the application process. Complete all required Sections and information (required fields *), upload your documents and pay the required fee.

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Steps to apply by mail:

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All applications for a new Summer Camp Permit must be completed online. Applications are not accepted by mail or in person.

Steps to apply in person:

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All applications for a new Summer Camp Permit must be completed online. Applications are not accepted by mail or in person.

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