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Starting a new Business

Procedure for Application of Business License

 

  1. Complete application for Business, Professional and Occupational License.
  2. If necessary, complete application for Certificate for Business under Assumed Name
  1. If necessary complete application for Application for Home Occupation
  1. Show Proof of Citizenship if you are a sole proprietor/partner (MUST BE PRESENTED IN PERSON)

Payments accepted by Check and Money Order, OR you may be billed for the License Tax.

 

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