Self-service storage licenses are issued to any owner of a facility that offers, sells or solicits self-service storage insurance. 

Apply online for your self-service storage license.

You'll also need to submit the following forms and materials:

Forms

Additional materials

A list of all employees at each location who will offer, sell or solicit insurance. This list must identify who the manager or direct supervisor is at each location. All employees must be at least 18 years of age, be trustworthy and have committed no violations as listed in RCW 48.17.530.

A list of all locations where you will offer, sell or solicit self-service storage insurance.

A copy of your employee education and training program. Please note:

  • Every self-service storage insurance producer is required to provide our office with their employee training and education program.
  • Each employee must complete the training.
  • The training program must be submitted to and approved by our office before being offered.
  • The program must meet the minimum standards established by RCW 48.170.070(4).

Self-service storage licensee employee list and certification (PDF 134.93KB)

Written disclosure materials regarding the program as outlined in RCW.48.170.060. It must summarize the material terms of insurance coverage and must be available to occupants where the insurance is sold.

Special requirements for corporations, LLCs and firms

For corporations and LLCs

Send a copy of your Articles of Incorporation or Formation.

For firms

File your trade name with the Business Licensing Service. Call 360-705-6741.

Note: A firm includes a partnership or sole proprietorship.

Fee schedule

Owner:

  • Fewer than 50 employees: $130
  • 50 or more employees: $375

Location:

  • One location: no additional fee
  • Two or more locations: $35 for each additional location