Business Licenses and Permits

The State of Delaware is actively promoting its online business license renewal system. Renewal notices that were sent out in November encourage licensees to file online instead of returning the renewal notice by mail. The state estimates that it has saved thousands of dollars in paper and processing costs since it launched its online service …

The city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina will offer amnesty through February 11th to businesses that have not registered for a business license. This amnesty does not apply to businesses that have filed in the past and are delinquent on paying license fees. Those businesses will still be required to pay late fees. City license …

Dadeville, AL has changed its business license fees in response to complaints that the old system was unfair. Under the new fee schedule, banks and hospitals will be charged $100 instead of $10, beauticians will have a flat fee of $50, and auto dealerships and retailers will be charged based on gross receipts.
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The State of Florida is set to allow jurisdictions to change the way business license renewals are handled. In an effort to cut costs, several jurisdictions will no longer mail renewal notices for business licenses, permits or tax registration documents. Some jurisdictions will email you notices, while some will even put the onus on business …

The wholesale gasoline distributors in Mobile, AL might see an increase in their business license fees. The increased fee will make up for the $1.1 million revenue shortfall. The city council will meet on Thursday to make their decision.
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Starting in February 2010 the State of Tennessee will be taking over the collecting and administering of business taxes from municipalities and counties. This change is hoped to increase revenue for both local and state governments by using the State Department of Revenue’s tax administration experience. Business licenses will still be issued by county clerks …

Delaware business licenses will be expiring on December 31st. Businesses in Delaware may elect to file either a one- or three-year business license at the time they are applying for or renewing their licenses. Business owners are responsible for filing their renewals timely whether the renewal notice was received or lost in the mail.
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Montgomery, Alabama will be conducting audits to ensure businesses are obtaining required business licenses. They will also make sure businesses are not under-reporting their sales when paying sales tax.
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Cherokee County, GA has expanded their online payment system to include business license fees. Previously, the county only accepted payments for property taxes, tags and traffic tickets. There’s a 3% charge for each transaction made.
Corporation Service Company (CSC) can help simplify your business license needs. Contact a CSC customer service representative at 800.927.9800 ext. 5077 …

Business licenses are an essential need for anyone looking to open up a new business. License requirements can vary by location – sometimes an individual only has to register with the state and other times individuals have to register at the local, county, state and federal levels. The business licenses you need are authorizations issued …