Arcade License

An Arcade License is required to operate any establishment within the City where members of the public are allowed to play video or electronic games for money, tokens, or anything of value.

You need this license if you:

Operate a business where customers can play video games or electronic games
Charge money, tokens, or any other thing of value to play games
Offer video or electronic games for gain, even if your primary business is food service or retail

What You Need to Apply

Completed application form (digital)
Business and operator details
Location and description of the premises
Number and type of video/electronic game machines
Fee payment

Steps to Apply

Submit the application below - include business details
Pay the required $50 application fee
Clerk’s Office reviews application for compliance with City ordinance and the Police Department will perform a background check to verify information provided
City Council will review your application for approval at the next regular monthly meeting
Clerk’s Office issues license if approved
- Issued licenses are valid through the first Tuesday of July

How to Pay for Fees

Online Payments
- Please include the License or Permit type in description
- A processing fee will be applied by allpaid
Deliver or Mail to 450 S Main Street, Richland Center, WI 53581
- Office Hours are 8:00 AM 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Helpful Links

Municipal Code, Chapter 230

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Supporting Documents

Arcade Municipal License Application (697 KB)

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Agent Information

Last Name *

First Name *

Middle Initial *

Date of Birth *

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Driver's License Number *

Residence Street Address *

City, State, Zip Code *

Mailing Address

if different than above

Phone Number *

Email *

Other Identifying Names

maiden name or aliases, etc.

Location of Machine Operations

Business Name *

DBA Name

if applicable

Street Address *

City, State, Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Business Email

Arcade Machine Types *

please list all if multiple types

Additional Person(s) who shall be in charge of the operation

Name

Last, First & Middle Initial

Name

Last, First & Middle Initial

The undersigned, by signing this application, hereby authorize and consent to such inquiry and/or investigation as the City of Richland Center deems necessary to determine whether this applicant and/or the application meets all requirements of the ordinances of the City for the issuance of said license. I further certify I understand that any material falsification in the application may be basis for denial of the application or the revocation of any license issued by the city pursuant to this application.

Applicant Virtual Signature *

City Clerk / Treasurer

Contact Information

Address:
City of Richland Center Municipal Building
450 South Main Street
Richland Center, WI 53581

Phone:
(608) 647-3466

Fax:
(608) 647-8360

Hours:
Monday - Friday:

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

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