Business Licensing & Operations in Nassau County, NY (2026)

3 rules for unincorporated Nassau County, New York.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Nassau County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Tattoo & Body Modification

Every tattoo, microblading, permanent-makeup, or body-piercing artist in Nassau County must hold a Department of Health Artist Certification, and every studio must hold a Studio Permit. No location may offer these services without one.

Nassau County Tattoo & Body-Piercing Licensing

Significant Restrictions

Nassau County Dept. of Health — Tattoo/Body Piercing Program (Artist Certification & Studio Permit requirements)

Any individual that performs tattoo, microblading, permanent make-up, or body piercing services in Nassau County is required to hold a valid Tattoo/Body Piercing Artist Certification issued by the Nassau County Department of Health. ... Any location where tattoo, microblading, permanent make-up, or body piercing services are offered is required to hold a valid Tattoo/Body Piercing Studio Permit...

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Tobacco Retail License

Nassau County smoke shops and vape retailers may sell e-cigarette and liquid nicotine products only if they are flavorless or tobacco, mint, or menthol flavored. Every other characterizing flavor is prohibited countywide under the Administrative Code, enforced by the Departments of Health and Consumer Affairs.

Nassau County Bans Most Flavored E-Cigarette Sales

Significant Restrictions

Nassau County Administrative Code, Ch. IX, Title H-1, §§ 9-25.13, 9-25.15 (Local Law 29-2019)

§ 9-25.13 Sale Restrictions. E-cigarette and liquid nicotine products may only be offered for sale within the County of Nassau if they are flavorless or tobacco, mint, or menthol flavored. ... § 9-25.15 Violations and Penalties. Violations of any provision of this Title shall be punishable by a civil penalty of a minimum of five hundred dollars ($500.00), but not to exceed one thousand dollars ...

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Secondhand Dealers

Nassau County requires anyone buying or selling secondhand precious metals or gems to hold a Consumer Affairs license, post a $5,000 bond, and carry liability insurance before opening for business.

Nassau County Secondhand Precious Metal & Gem Dealer License

Significant Restrictions

Nassau County Administrative Code § 21-27.2

After January 1, 2013, no person shall, within the County of Nassau, establish, engage in or carry on, directly or indirectly, the business of dealing in secondhand precious metals or gems either separately or in conjunction with some other business, without first having obtained a license in accordance with and subject to the provisions of this Title. 2. Such license shall be displayed in a c...

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