Licensing & Permits

When planning to start a new business, it is essential to keep in mind the importance of licenses and permits that give you the permission to operate in your area. No doubt, applying for a new license or permit is as fun as visiting a dentist but failing to do so from the beginning is a mistake most new entrepreneurs make. Failure to comply with city and state regulations may result in the closing or suspension of your business

This is a list of requirements by industry

RESTAURANT:            

Licenses And Permits - Food Service Establishment Permit, And Alcohol Beverage License, A General Business License, And A Food Safety Permit (You Will Need To Obtain A Permit From Your Local Environmental Health Department Certifying That Your Restaurant Has Met County, State, And Federal Requirements).                

INSURANCE: Property Insurance, General Liability Insurance, Liquor Liability Insurance, And Workers Compensation Insurance.

CHILD CARE:              

Licensing And Permits - Physical Space, Health Requirements, Staff-Child Ratios, Food Preparation And Nutrition, Emergency Procedures, Educational Program Requirements, Record Keeping, Discipline, Building Safety, Sanitation, Fire Regulations, Zoning Requirements.

INSURANCE: Fire And Theft Insurance (If Home-Based), If Already Have Insurance It Has To Cover Equipment And Supplies Purchased, Liability Insurance, Accident Insurance.

CONSTRUCTION:                

Licensing And Permits - Business Licenses / Tax Permits, Building Permit, Health Permit, Occupational Permit, Signage Permit, Alarm Permit, Zoning Permit.                

INSURANCE: General Liability Insurance, Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance, Worker’s Compensation Insurance, Unemployment Insurance, State Disability Insurance.

ENVIRONMENTAL:                

Licensing And Permits - Environmental Permit, Clean Air Act Permit, Endangered Species Act, Wetlands Permits, And RCRA Permits.               

INSURANCE: Pollution And Environmental Liability.

REGULAR BUSINESS:

Licensing And Permits - Business License, DBA Form X201, Building Permit, Health Permit, (If Applicable) Occupational Permit, Signage Permit, Alarm Permit, Zoning Permit.               

INSURANCE: Disability Insurance, Unemployment Insurance Tax, Workers Compensation Insurance.