Junk Collector and Dealer Permits

The Board of Selectmen issues licenses for Junk Collectors/Dealers under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 140, Sections 54-56 and Sections 202-205 and Chapter 112 of the Halifax By-Laws. A license is required for a collector of, a dealer in or keeper of a shop for the purchase, sale or barter of junk, old metals or second-hand articles to be licensed. The license fee is $50 and expires, on an annual basis, on May 1. More information and an application are available below.

For the Junk Collector application, click HERE.

For the Junk Dealer application, click HERE.