Change in Ownership Structure:
If you need to change your dealership from an LLC to a sole proprietorship (or LLC to LLP, etc.), you will have to submit a new application. All the required paperwork and fees for a new application must be submitted.
- NOTE: If your business is an LLC or corporation, your application should be in a DBA name. You must attach a copy of your active corporate charter or certificate of authority to conduct business in the State of Tennessee, if incorporated in another state, to complete your application.
Add Owner:
If your ownership is registered with the Secretary of State as an Inc. or LLC., you must contact the Secretary of State and add them to your charter. Once they are added, you must submit the new charter to the Commission and complete pages 1 and 2 of the dealership application. There are no fees associated with this change.
If it’s a partnership or sole proprietorship you must submit a new application even if the location is the same.