Guide | Business
Start a small business
Starting a business usually involves choosing a structure, registering the business, obtaining required licenses, and understanding tax responsibilities.
Plan before you apply
Describe the service or product, customers, costs, location, and staffing needs. A written business plan helps identify the permits and registrations that may apply.
Typical startup steps
Register the business name, obtain a tax identification number if needed, confirm zoning for the location, and apply for any profession-specific or activity-specific licenses.
A general business registration does not replace a food, construction, or occupancy permit.