Applications & Licensing
The Central Records Office is proud to serve the residents and visitors of the Town of Falmouth.
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Alarm System Registration Form
Town of Falmouth by-laws require that all residential and commercial burglar alarm systems be registered with the police department (Town Code Chapter 75 Alarm Systems). First time registration is $25. There is no annual fee. The Alarm System Registration form may be picked up at the police station or downloaded. Please mail completed forms to the Central Records Office, 750 Main St., Falmouth, MA 02540 or fax completed forms to 508-457-2566.
Alarm system registration information must be kept current or the owner may be subject to a fine.
Business Information Form
Complete this form if you have a business in Falmouth, then submit it to the Falmouth Police Department in case there is an emergency.
Disabled Placard/License Plate
Disabled Placards or License Plates are only available from the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles. The Disabled Placard/License Plate application can be picked up in person in the Central Records Department, or can be downloaded here in Adobe Acrobat format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view/print this form. If you do not have Acrobat on your computer, download it free by following this link. The completed application should be returned to the Medical Affairs Bureau of the Registry of Motor Vehicles. For more information, visit the MA RMV website at www.massrmv.com.
Firearms Licensing
Applications for FID cards, Licenses to Carry firearms, Firearms Transfer, Change of Address, Legal Information
Firearms Licensing Information
Hawker/Peddler/Vendor Permits
Individuals requesting a Town of Falmouth Hawker/Peddler permit can pick up an application for at the Central Records Office or download below. Applicants will need the following:
- Two (2) 1″x 1″ color photos (passport style)
- Municipal License Fee ($30); payable to the “Town of Falmouth” (money order, bank check or personal check)
- Fingerprint-Based Background Check Fee ($30); payable to the “Commonwealth of Massachusetts” (money order or bank check only)
Hawker-Peddler-Solicitors Permit-Registration Form
Vending-Peddling Guidelines & Town Code
Ice Cream Trucking Vending Permits & Information
Ice Cream Truck Vending Information & Permit Application Packet
Special Event Policy & Application
Special Event Policy and Application
Taxi/Livery/Limousine Operator Licensing (Vehicle for Hire)
Individuals requesting a Town of Falmouth Vehicle for Hire Operators permit must apply at the Central Records Office. Applicants will need the following:
- Letter of employment
- Two (2) 1″x 1″ color photos (passport style)
- Municipal License Fee ($30); payable to the “Town of Falmouth” (money order, bank check or personal check)
- Fingerprint-Based Background Check Fee ($30); payable to the “Commonwealth of Massachusetts” (money order or bank check only)
Please contact the Office of the Town Manager for more information about Vehicle for Hire business licensing at 508-548-7611, Weekdays 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Vehicle for Hire Operator’s License Application
Wedding Ceremony Application
[Woods Hole] Falmouth Resident Parking Permits
Falmouth Resident Parking Permits may be purchased by Falmouth residents and property owners only. A current vehicle registration with a Falmouth address will be required in order to obtain a permit. If the vehicle registration does not have a Falmouth address, bring a copy of a property tax bill or other suitable identification with a Falmouth address also. The cost for the parking permit is $15 per vehicle (check or money order only). It may be purchased from the Central Records Office at the Falmouth Police Department. The permits are issued annually, expiring December 31 of each year.
Guest Placards (or Guest Passes) may be issued to a resident who lives on a street which is designated for permit parking. The vehicle owned by such resident must have a Falmouth Resident Parking Permit. Only one Guest Placard will be issued to each dwelling unit with a qualified resident. Guest Placards will not be replaced. The cost for the Guest Placard is $15 each (check or money order only) and may be purchased from the Central Records Office at the Falmouth Police Department. The placards are issued annually, expiring December 31 of each year.