I know what kind of business I want to open. What do I do first?
Your first stop should be the Zoning Official's office, located on the lower level of the Town Hall, to register your business, secure a zoning certificate and to fill out a Certificate of Ownership to declare a trade name. Then visit the Town Clerk's office for all license forms and information on how to proceed. You may want to familiarize yourself with the common forms and overall process by visiting the Forms page of this website.


We've created a "New Business Process Map" to aid you in the process of starting your new business. New Business Process Map (PDF)

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1. I know what kind of business I want to open. What do I do first?
2. How do I obtain a Federal Tax ID number and a sales tax permit?
3. When should I apply for my business license(s)?
4. How do I find out if my future business location is in a properly zoned area?
5. Must I incorporate before I complete a Certificate of Ownership? How do I do that?
6. Do I need to obtain approvals from authorities before I appear before the Licensing Board?