Business License Renewal for 2023
Local Storefront Businesses Require a Current License
In 2013 Village Council passed Business License Bylaw No. 445-13 requiring all businesses to have a valid and current Business License. If you have a been issued a Business License in the past you will need to renew it for 2023. All Licenses issued in a calendar year expire on December 31 at 12 midnight of the year they were issued. If you are operating a new business or haven’t previously been issued a License you will need to fill out an application form and visit Village Office to get your 2022 License. Every business is required to annually renew their business license at the current rate. The Business License fee for residents is $25.00 for the year, and $60.00 for non-residents
Home-Based Businesses Must Also Renew License Annually
A home-based business or home office or any type of business operating out of a residential property must also have a current and valid Business License. If you are running a home based business in addition to the business license you may also be required to have a valid development permit. A home-based Business License fee is $25.00. Only current Business License holders will have their business promoted on our website Business Directory.
Application Form
Before a Business License will be issued you must fill out an application form. The forms are available at the Village Office or you can print one off using the link: Bylaw 445-13 Business License Application Form. You may also require a Development Permit prior to being issued a Business License.
Business License Bylaw
The Bylaw acts as a type of registration requirement for all businesses operating within the Village. A Business License does not replace the requirement of having a Permit prior to operating a business. You can view the Land Use Bylaw to see requirements for both home based businesses (Home Occupations) or Commercial district businesses. If you have any questions about the Bylaw you can contact the Development Officer at the Village Office at 403-756-3379.