16-219-36 Me. Code R. § 3

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024
Section 219-36-3 - Consumer Fireworks Retail Sales License
1. An application for license can be made by submitting the following to the Office of the State Fire Marshal:
A. Application form SFMO CF # 11 completed by the applicant;
B. Applicants other than natural persons will be required to provide, as applicable, the names and addresses of officers, board members, members and/or partners; a Certificate of Existence or good standing; and the most recent audited financial statement or most recently filed federal tax return.
C. A license fee of $5,000. A fee of $100 will be required to apply and the balance of $4,900 shall be due upon satisfying the licensing criteria prior to issuance of the license. After the initial inspection, a $50 fee is required for reinspections necessary to determine if licensing criteria have been met.
D. A copy of the applicant's federal permit to sell fireworks under 18 United States Code, Section 843, as required by 8 MRSA §223-A sub-§ 1(A);
E. Where required by municipal ordinance, a copy of the municipal permit to sell fireworks within the municipality.
F. A certificate of insurance evidencing commercial general liability coverage inclusive of products/completed operations. This coverage shall have minimum limits of $2,000,000 and shall list the Maine Department of Public Safety, Office of the State Fire Marshal, 52 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333-0052 as certificate holder.
G. Where required by municipal ordinance a copy of the municipal permit to construct a consumer fireworks retail sales and storage facility.
H. Floor plan and layout of storage and displays to indicate compliance with this rule and applicable state and local laws.
2. A license issued pursuant to this chapter expires one calendar year from the date of issuance. Applications for renewal should be made 60 days prior to expiration of the current license. An inspection will be performed as part of the renewal process.

16-219 C.M.R. ch. 36, § 3