Are shop and school licenses transferable to new locations?

Shop and school licenses are specifically issued for a designated location by the Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology. This means that they are not transferable to new locations. The licensing system is designed to ensure that each facility adheres to health and safety regulations specific to its premises and locality. Transferring a license without proper reassessment could lead to various legal and operational issues, including compliance with local health codes, safety standards, and zoning laws, which could vary significantly from one location to another. Therefore, when a cosmetology shop or school wishes to operate in a different location, it must go through the licensing application process anew for that specific site to ensure all state and local regulations are met.