City Clerk Permit Guide The first step in applying for any permits from the City Clerk's Office, is to submit a request for background check. No other license or permit applications will be processed until the background check is approved. Once the background check is processed, the City Clerk will notify you of the results and, if approved, you may proceed with submitting additional license and permit applications. For any questions about the process, please contact the City Clerk's Office. We are here to support you and can assist with the licensing and permitting process. City Clerk Henry Heck henryh@rutlandcity.org (802) 773-1800 x236 Deputy City Clerk Tracy Kapusta tracyk@rutlandcity.org (802) 773-1800 x234