The birth record will be on file only if the child was born in Peabody or the parents were residing in Peabody at the time of the birth. In some cases, picture identification may be required to obtain a certified copy the record.

The fee for short forms is $4; the fee for long forms is $10.
Certified copies of birth certificates may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk in person, during regular business hours or by mail. To request a birth certificate by mail, please forward a written request to the Office of the City Clerk with a check made payable to the City of Peabody. The written request must include the name of the party, date of birth, and contact information of the requestor

Massachusetts requires anyone who is conducting business under an alias (i.e. any other name than their own), including corporations, to file a business certificate in the community where their business is principally headquartered. This form, also called a "DBA" which stands for "doing business as", contains the name and address of the business and the names and residences of the principals of the business. This certificate must be signed in the presence of a designated clerk in the Office of the City Clerk or a Notary Public. The certificate is effective for four years and the filing fee is $20.00. The fee for filing an amendment is $10.00. (Business Certificate Form)

Morning Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Afternoon & Evening Hours
Mon, Tues, Wed: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday Evening: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

If a resident of the City has curb side rubbish pick up as delineated under the City's trash contract, a white good sticker must be purchased to dispose of the following items. Stickers are $20.00 per item.

Air Conditioners, CRT's (Computer units & monitors), Clothes Dryers, Clothes Washers, Central AC units & compressors, Dehumidifiers, Dishwashers, Gas Grills (No propane), Hot Water Heaters, Lawnmowers, Metal filing cabinets & desks, Microwaves, Refrigerators, Radiators, Snowblowers, Stoves, Televisions, Trash Compactor, Wood Burning Stove, and other items designated by the US EPA and Mass DEP as requiring special handlings.

Sticker is valid for one item only

Place sticker on unit in a visible location for handler to easily identify

Place item at curbside by 7:00 A.M. on the day of your regular trash pick up

Or you may dispose of the item (with sticker) directly by bringing it to the Public Services Department at 50 Farm Ave. I.D. is required.

you must call JRM by 3:00 p.m. at least one day prior to your regular rubbish pick up to be placed on the pick up list at 1-800-323-4285

White goods stickers are non-refundable

Stickers can be purchased at the following locations:
City Clerk - 978-538-5756
Public Services Department - 978-536-0600
Main Library - 978-531-0100
South Branch Library - 978-531-3380

A Yard Sale Permit (residential only) must be issued if any resident is planning on conducting a yard sale or garage sale. Permits can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office at any time prior to the event. Yard sales are limited to two (2) days per calendar year. The fee for a permit is $5.00 per day. A resident can also indicate a rain date. Signs are prohibited from being affixed to City property such as telephone poles, street signs, sidewalks, etc.

Work permits for children, ages 14 through 17, may be obtained at the School Department. (978) 531-1600.

The City Clerk's Office is now updating the 2011 City census. If you have received your census, please return to the City Clerk's Office immediately. Residents can also leave their census at the following locations: Main Library, 82 Main Street; West Branch Library, 603 Lowell Street; South Branch Library, 78 Lynn Street, Community Life Center, 79 Central Street. If any resident has not received a census form, you may call the City Clerk's Office to inquire or download the 2011 City of Peabody Census Form and return it to the City Clerk's Office.

It is important to answer the census and be counted. Answering the census keeps you active on the voting list - please bear in mind that we have a very important Presidential election this November. The census also helps the City with various grant applications, if you are in the military you may be eligible for the bonus buy back program, proving your residence, and aids police and fire for 911 purposes.

The death record will be on file if the person died in Peabody or lived in Peabody at the time of death.

The fee for short forms is $4; the fee for long forms is $10.
Certified copies of death certificates may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk in person, during regular business hours or by mail. To request a death certificate by mail, please forward a written request to the Office of the City Clerk with a check made payable to the City of Peabody. The written request must include the name of the party, date of death, and contact information of the requestor.

A Dog License must be issued to the owner or a keeper of a dog at least six months of age or older. To license a dog, you must show proof of a current vaccination (just the rabies tag is insufficient) and proof of spay or neutering. The fee for a spay or neutered dog is $10.00 and a male or female is $20.00. You may license the dog in person at the City Clerk's Office or through the mail. Check can be made payable to the City of Peabody. You can download an application here.

A hunting and fishing license can no longer be obtained from the City Clerks office. All licenses are now obtained via an all electronic system thru the Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Please click here for more information. Any questions please call 978-538-5756.

Yes. The Office of the City Clerk provides genealogical researchers access to certain indexes, records and information. This access is available during regular business hours. Further research may be conducted at: Public Records Division of the Massachusetts
Department of Health and Human Services
PeabodyMassArchives.com

Certified copy of a marriage license may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk in person, during regular business hours or by mail. To request a marriage license by mail, please forward a written request to the Office of the City Clerk with a check made payable to the City of Peabody. The written request must include the name of the party, date of birth, marriage, and contact information of the requestor.

The fee for short forms is $4; the fee for long forms is $10.
The marriage record will be available as follows: If the marriage occurred prior to 1980, the record will be on file only if the person lived in Peabody at the time of marriage. After 1980, the record will be on file only if the parties filed their intention of marriage in Peabody.

You may register to vote in person at any local City Clerk or Election Commission office or at any registration event or at a number of state agencies, including the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Registry of Motor Vehicles.
You may also vote by mail by completing, signing, and mailing a voter registration form to the Office of the City Clerk. Voter registration forms may be requested online here. The completed form should then be mailed to:

City Clerk's Office
24 Lowell Street
Peabody, MA 01960

The City of Peabody is divided into six (6) wards, each containing three (3) precincts. After you register to vote you will be sent a confirmation notice which indicates your ward, precinct and polling location. You can find your nearest polling location here.

Frank Lee, Chairman
Michael Rizzo Jr., Vice-Chairman
Jared Yagjian, Secretary
Joel Whitman, Commissioner
Alan Klapman
Jarrod Hochman, Commissioner
Charles Denny, Alternate
Bruce Comak, Alternate

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) teams are multi-faced groups of citizens that will be trained in 1st aide, CPR and emergency operations. These volunteer citizens will help with communications, supply and shelter operations when needed.

The following permits expire annually on May 31st
. Food Permits
. Milk Permits
. Tobacco Permits
. Swimming Pool/Whirlpool Permits

The following permits expire annually on December 31st
. Annual Permits
. Body Piercing & Body Piercing Establishment Permits
. Tattoo Establishment & Tattoo Artist Permits
. Milk Pasteurization Permits
. Indoor Skating Rink Permits
. Manufactured Housing Communities Permits
. Hotels, Motels, and Cabins Permits
. Recreational Camps Permits
. OFFAL Permits
. Septic Disposal Works Installer & Construction Permits
. Spring Water Bottle Permits
. Tanning Salons Permits

The following permits expire annually on April 30th
. Funeral Directors Permits

The following permits expire annually on February 28th
. Ice Cream Mix Manufacturers Permits

If you are a permit holder and have not received application(s), please contact the Peabody Health Department at (978) 538-5926.
If you would like to receive your renewal packet electronically please e-mail: debora.osgood@peabody-ma.gov
Please note: Massage Establishments and Massage Therapist Permits are now licensed by the state.

Morning Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Afternoon & Evening Hours
Mon, Tues, Wed: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday Evening: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Richard Yagjian - Chairman
Patricia D. Schaffer - Ex-Officio Member
John McGinn - Appointed By the Mayor
Joseph Difranco, Sr. - Elected Member
Donna Hopkins - Elected Member

Parking fines can be paid at the Peabody Police Department

Monday 8:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday 8:30am - 11:30am
Thursday 8:30am - 11:30am

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