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| Local Business Tax |
The Local Business Tax is a privilege tax imposed by City Ordinance on every person, firm, partnership, or corporation engaged in business within the City. This tax is collected through theCommunity Development Department.
To pay the required Local Business Tax, applicants must complete an application available from the Community Development Department at City Hall. There is a $10.00 application fee.
Local Business Tax Receipt required
Business owners cannot open and operate their business until after the tax has been paid and all required documentation has been submitted. Part of the documentation required is a valid Certificated of Use, which is also issued by the Community Development Department.
The City requires a business to pay this tax for each business classification.
Displaying Receipts
Once paid the Local Business Tax Receipt must be displayed conspicuously at your place of business and in such a manner as to be open to the view of the public and subject to inspection by all duly authorized officers of the City.
Renewal
Local Business Tax Receipts must be renewed each fiscal year beginning October 1st, and are valid until September 30th of the following year. A penalty fee is charged for late renewals, and fines and penalties are issued to businesses that do not obtain a receipt.
County Tax also required
Pay your Local Business Tax first and then contact the County at 305-375-5068, for a location near you. Both City and County taxes are required to be paid.
Notify City of any changes
The City’s Community Development Department must be notified immediately regarding any change in the business status. The Local Business Tax Receipt must be returned should a business cease operations.
For more information, call the Community Development Department at
305-792-1705. |
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