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1. Do I need a business License?

New Kent County requires all businesses (include home occupations) to file for a license, with the exclusion of out-of-county contractors doing less than $25,000 and manufacturers.

Every person or business subject to licensure shall not be taxed a license fee or collected on any amount of gross receipts less than $10,000.00. However, a completed license application is required in order to receive a certificate. The $10,000.00 minimum gross receipts requirement does not apply to itinerant merchants or peddlers; carnivals, circuses, festivals, fairs, cultural events, etc.

2. How do I apply for a business license?

You may request a license application be mailed by calling our office or go to Applications & Tax Forms. County residents must also complete a Certification of Zoning application with each new business license application or if their business location moves within the County.

3. How much will the license cost?

Business licenses are based upon gross receipts and business type. Please refer to the application for more detailed information.

4. When/how do I renew my license?

There has been a change to the business license renewal process for 2015.
1. License renewal packets are mailed in the spring of each year.
2. Return the completed renewal packet by May 1. Report prior year gross receipts. File the Business Property Report Form-762. This form is required even if you have no business equipment to report. Failure to submit this form will result in a statutory assessment. Renewal applications do not require a tax calculation. Do NOT send payment with your renewal.
3. The Treasurer's office will mail a bill to you with the tax amount due. Pay by June 30.
4. A business license will be mailed to you upon receipt of payment.