Bronx LLC Publication Costs: Bronx County Process Guide
Bronx County LLC publication typically costs $1,550-$2,050+, making it one of the more expensive counties in New York State. Add the $50 Certificate of Publication filing fee, and you're looking at $1,600-$2,100+ total. The Bronx falls under the First Judicial District's special advertising rate provision under Section 206, which allows newspapers to charge higher rates. Unlike some counties where you choose newspapers, the Bronx County Clerk assigns designated newspapers from a rotating list.
Bronx County Publication Facts
Bronx LLC Publication Cost Breakdown
Here's what you can expect to pay for LLC publication in Bronx County:
Total DIY Cost: $1,600-$2,100+
| Cost Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Both designated newspapers — one daily, one weekly (6 weeks) | $1,550-$2,050+ |
| Certificate of Publication filing fee | $50 |
| Total | $1,600-$2,100+ |
Why Costs Vary
Bronx publication costs depend on several factors:
- Which newspapers you're assigned — The Bronx County Clerk assigns papers from a rotating list
- Notice length — Longer LLC names, addresses, or purpose statements cost more
- Current newspaper rates — Papers adjust legal advertising rates periodically
- Domestic vs. Foreign LLC — Foreign LLCs (formed in other states and registering in NY) pay more due to longer required notices
For domestic LLCs, costs typically range from $1,550-$2,050+ for newspaper fees alone. Foreign LLCs typically pay more because their required notice is longer.
Special Rate Rule for Bronx County
Unlike most New York counties, Bronx County falls under a special advertising rate provision. By law, newspapers in the First Judicial District (which includes Bronx and New York counties) can charge up to their regular classified advertising rates, rather than the standard state folio rates that apply in other counties. This contributes to higher publication costs.
First Judicial District Rates
The Bronx and Manhattan share the First Judicial District designation, which means legal advertising rates are not capped at standard folio rates. This is the primary reason Bronx publication costs more than boroughs like Queens or Staten Island.
Doing it yourself vs. LLC Publishers
Doing it yourself costs $1,550-$2,050+ in newspaper fees, but that buys the insertions and nothing else. Our $1,745 is flat and all-inclusive, and it ends with a filed Certificate of Publication in your hands.
| Doing it yourself | With LLC Publishers |
|---|---|
| Newspaper fees: $1,550-$2,050+ | $1,745 flat, all-inclusive |
| $50 state filing fee | Included |
| You request the newspaper designation from the County Clerk, then wait for whichever papers they assign | We request it and work with whichever papers the clerk assigns |
| You work out which of the eight NY Department of State forms applies to your entity type, and complete it correctly | We prepare the right form for your entity type and file it |
| You mail it to the Department of State, as its instructions say. The Department has told us it can take about a week to reach the right department, where it is scanned by hand before review. | We file electronically through the State's eCorp system as a service company. It reaches the Department the moment we submit it, with nothing to mail, print or scan. |
| You chase both newspapers for the affidavits, and pay their affidavit and notarization fees | We collect them and the fees are included |
| Wrong ad copy, or an insertion the paper misses through a press problem, means publishing again and paying again | We fix it at our cost and guarantee the work — you never pay twice |
| 10-15 hours of your time | We handle every step |
| Total: $1,600-$2,100+ for newspapers and the state fee, plus 10-15 hours of your time | $1,745 flat — everything above included, through to your filed Certificate of Publication |
What your price covers
- Newspaper designation — we request it from the Bronx County Clerk and work with whichever daily and weekly they assign
- Ad placement — we submit your notice to one daily and one weekly newspaper
- Scheduling — we get all six weekly insertions booked
- Six-week monitoring — we track every insertion to confirm it ran
- Affidavits — we collect the notarized affidavits of publication, and pay the newspapers' affidavit and notarization charges
- Certificate of Publication — we prepare the form and file it with the NY Department of State, including the $50 state fee
- Follow-ups — we chase the newspapers, the clerk and the Department of State throughout
- Delivery — we send you the filed Certificate of Publication, backed by a 100% money-back guarantee
Bronx vs. Other NYC Boroughs
The Bronx is expensive, but not the most expensive place to publish in New York City:
| Borough/County | Typical Total Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Manhattan (New York) | $1,650-$2,350+ | Premium clerk-assigned dailies |
| Brooklyn (Kings) | $1,350-$1,750+ | Varies widely by assignment |
| Bronx | $1,600-$2,100+ | Higher rates due to First Judicial District |
| Queens | $1,150-$1,500+ | Most affordable large borough |
| Staten Island (Richmond) | $1,050-$1,500+ | Comparable to Queens |
| Albany | $230-$400+ | Lowest newspaper rates in NY |
The Bronx is the second most expensive county in the state after Manhattan, and costs well above Queens. Publication rates vary across NY's 62 counties because each county clerk designates different newspapers, and those newspapers set their own rates.
Designated Newspapers for Bronx County
The Bronx County Clerk maintains a list of approved newspapers for LLC publication. Based on available information, commonly designated papers include:
Daily Newspapers
- New York Daily News — Major metropolitan daily
- New York Post — Major metropolitan daily
- amNY Metro — Daily citywide publication
Weekly Newspapers
The Bronx has several weekly newspapers serving different neighborhoods:
- Bronx Times Reporter — Major Bronx weekly covering Throggs Neck, Morris Park, Castle Hill, Parkchester
- Bronx Times — Weekly edition covering broader Bronx area
- The Riverdale Press — Award-winning weekly serving northwest Bronx (Riverdale, Kingsbridge, Spuyten Duyvil, Van Cortlandt Village)
- Norwood News — Covers Norwood and surrounding areas
- Mott Haven Herald — South Bronx coverage
- Hunts Point Express — Hunts Point area coverage
Important: The Clerk assigns papers from their list — you cannot choose your own newspapers. Different newspapers charge different rates for legal notices.
Contact Information for Common Bronx Newspapers
Bronx Times Reporter / Schneps Media:
- Address: 3602 E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY 10465
- Email: legal@schnepsmedia.com
- Phone: (718) 260-8307
- Legal notices deadline: Call for current schedule
The Riverdale Press:
- Address: 5676 Riverdale Avenue, Suite 311, Bronx, NY 10471
- Email: advertising@riverdalepress.com
- Phone: (718) 543-6065
- Fax: (718) 548-4038
- Legal notices deadline: Mondays at noon
How to Get Newspaper Designations in Bronx County
The Bronx County Clerk's process is straightforward:
Step 1: Receive Your Filing Receipt
After the New York Department of State processes your Articles of Organization, you'll receive a filing receipt from Albany. You need this document to request newspaper designations.
Step 2: Submit to Bronx County Clerk
Contact the Bronx County Clerk's office to request your newspaper designation:
In Person:
- Bronx County Clerk's Office
- 851 Grand Concourse, Room 118
- Bronx, NY 10451
By Phone:
- Call (718) 618-3300 for instructions on submitting your filing receipt
Step 3: Receive Your Designation
The Clerk's office assigns one daily and one weekly newspaper from their approved list. They'll provide this designation in writing. Newspapers typically require this letter before they'll publish your notice.
Step 4: Contact Both Newspapers
Reach out to both designated newspapers to:
- Submit your publication notice
- Get a quote for six weeks of publication
- Pay upfront (most require payment before publication begins)
Bronx County Clerk Contact Information
Bronx County Clerk's Office
- Clerk: Ischia Bravo
- Address: 851 Grand Concourse, Room 118, Bronx, NY 10451
- Phone: (718) 618-3300
- Fax: (212) 266-9774
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Docket Department (for specific inquiries):
- Phone: (718) 618-3377
What to bring/send:
- Copy of your filing receipt from the NY Department of State
- Your LLC name and formation date
- Contact information for receiving the designation
Timeline for Bronx LLC Publication
Plan for approximately 8–10 weeks from start to finish. Remember the 120-day deadline:
| Week | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1 | Submit your filing receipt to the Bronx County Clerk for newspaper designation; submit notice to both newspapers, pay fees |
| 1–6 | Six weeks of publication |
| 7–8 | Collect affidavits from both newspapers |
| 8–10 | File Certificate of Publication with NY DOS, which typically processes it in 1–2 weeks |
Recommendation: Start publication within the first 30 days after forming your LLC. This provides a comfortable buffer for potential delays.
Bronx County falls under the First Judicial District's special rate provision, which means newspaper advertising rates are not capped at standard folio rates — the primary driver of higher publication costs.
About Your LLC's Designated County
An LLC's designated county — the county listed on line 2 of its Articles of Organization — determines which newspapers the county clerk designates and therefore what publication costs are. An LLC designated in the Bronx publishes in the Bronx's assigned newspapers at Bronx rates; an LLC designated in a different county publishes in that county's designated newspapers at those newspapers' rates. Rates differ because each county's newspapers are independent businesses setting their own rates.
If the county currently on file in an LLC's Articles of Organization does not match the LLC's intention, a Certificate of Change (DOS-1359-f) can be filed under NY LLC Law §211-A to update the designation. The state filing fee is $30. Because rates vary by county, an update may or may not affect publication cost depending on the new designation.
LLC Publishers offers county change as a service for a flat $100 at customer direction. LLC Publishers does not recommend a publication county — the customer designates; we execute. This information is general; not legal advice. LLC Publishers is not a law firm.
What Doesn't Work
- Choosing your own newspapers — Only the County Clerk can designate them
- Online-only newspapers — Section 206 requires print newspapers
- Publishing in multiple counties — You must publish in the county where your LLC's principal office is located
Prefer to skip the DIY steps? See our Bronx County LLC publication service.
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Get StartedFAQ
How much does Bronx LLC publication really cost?
Most Bronx LLCs pay $1,600-$2,100+ total, including the $50 state filing fee. Your exact cost depends on which newspapers the Bronx County Clerk assigns and the length of your publication notice.
Why is the Bronx more expensive than Queens?
The Bronx falls under the First Judicial District's special advertising rate provision, which allows newspapers to charge up to their regular classified advertising rates. Queens newspapers don't have this same rate structure, keeping costs lower.
Can I request specific newspapers in Bronx County?
No. The Bronx County Clerk maintains a list and assigns newspapers when you request a designation. You cannot choose your preferred papers. This differs from counties like Albany where designated newspapers are publicly listed.
How do I know which newspapers I'll get?
You won't know until you submit your filing receipt to the Bronx County Clerk. They'll provide a written designation listing your assigned daily and weekly newspapers.
What if I get assigned an expensive newspaper?
You must use the newspapers assigned by the County Clerk. Publication rates vary across NY's 62 counties because each county's designated newspapers set their own rates — counties such as Albany and Westchester typically have lower newspaper rates than NYC boroughs.
How does publication cost vary across NY counties?
Publication rates differ across NY's 62 counties because each county clerk designates different newspapers, and each newspaper sets its own rates. Counties such as Albany and Westchester typically have lower newspaper rates than NYC boroughs. If an LLC's designated county in its Articles of Organization does not match its intention, a Certificate of Change (DOS-1359-f) can be filed under §211-A to update it. LLC Publishers offers county change as a service for a flat $100 at customer direction. This information is general; not legal advice.
What if I miss the 120-day deadline?
Your LLC's authority to conduct business in New York is suspended until you complete publication and file your Certificate of Publication. An LLC that has not complied with Section 206 can lose its capacity to sue in New York State courts. In Small Step Day Care, LLC v. Broadway Bushwick Builders, 137 A.D.3d 1102 (2d Dep't 2016), the Appellate Division affirmed the dismissal of an LLC's complaint for lack of capacity to sue where the LLC had not complied with Section 206. There's no penalty fee — the suspension is lifted once you comply. See our guide on missed deadlines.
Do I need a Bronx address to publish in Bronx County?
You need an address in Bronx County listed as your LLC's principal office in your Articles of Organization. This could be your business location, home address, or a registered agent's address — it doesn't need to be a commercial space.
How We Maintain This Data
This article reflects current Bronx County newspaper designations and procedures. Our information is based on:
- NY LLC Law §206 — the statutory publication and newspaper designation requirement
- NY Department of State LLC resources — filing procedures and forms
- Certificate of Publication form — official DOS filing form
- NY DOS entity database — public LLC records
- Direct verification with the Bronx County Clerk's office and designated newspapers
Last verified: October 2026
LLC Publishers provides LLC publication filing services. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For legal questions about your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney.