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Regulatory Issues

In many cases, opening a business will require you to obtain necessary licensing, tax information, permits or other regulatory approvals. Below is a list of most commonly requested information when starting a new business. Keep in mind, even if the City of Phoenix does not regulate or require permits or licensing, other governmental agencies may still require such approvals.

City of Phoenix

Construction and Development

Contractor and Journeyman Licensing - Construction related licensing for skilled labor
City Codes and Ordinances
Development Fees
Development Process – List of Topics
Online permitting
Planning and Zoning
Sign Regulations and Permits

Environmental

Licensing, Taxes and Certifications

City of Phoenix Sales Tax (Privilege License) - Information on business licensing requirements
Phoenix Use Tax Information
Phoenix Liquor and Other Regulated Business Licensing Information - Information on regulated businesses and liquor licenses requirements
Minority/Women/Disadvantaged/Small Business Certification - Program for businesses that wish to get certified to bid on city contracts for goods and services.

Maricopa County

Environmental

Maricopa County Environmental Services - Home page for Environmental Services
Maricopa County Air Quality Department - Home page for Air Quality Issues

Restaurant and Food

Maricopa County Environmental Services -Information on food related topics and requirements

State of Arizona

Licensing, Taxes and Certifications

Arizona Corporation Commission - Contact to register your business if your are are L.L.C. or Corporation
Arizona Department of Commerce - (Chapter 5 of Entrepreneur Edge) - Listing of state regulatory agencies
Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control - Requirements on how to apply for liquor licenses
Arizona Department of Revenue - Assists in determining if a business license is required for various business types
Arizona Registrar of Contractors - Register your business if you will be serving as contractor
Arizona Secretary of State - Contact to register your business if you are a sole proprietorship of partnership

Federal Government

Licensing, Taxes and Certifications

IRS - Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource - A host of information regarding starting and operating a business and the required federal regulations
Federal Employer Identification Number
Internal Revenue Service Small Business Information

If you have questions regarding this page, please call the City of Phoenix Business Customer Service Center at 602-534-2000, email us at bcsc@phoneix.gov or visit us in City Hall at 200 W. Washington, 1st Floor, Phoenix, Arizona 85003

Last modified on 09/17/2008 08:34:31

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