City Of Birmingham Business License Division
Anyone doing business in the City of Decatur is generally required to obtain a business license. Depending upon your particular type of business there may be some prerequisites to licensing. For example, a certificate of occupancy, certificate of insurance and trade qualifications for building contractors, or food permits for restaurants or convenience stores. The cost of the license depends on the type of business and the amount of gross receipts estimated for the licensing year. The licensing year for the City of Decatur is the same as the calendar year.
Because there are many variables associated with licensing, direct contact with the department is necessary to complete the licensing process. You are welcome to use a form to submit initial information by email. This will help determine if a license is necessary and can expedite the process if a license is required. Business License Renewal NoticeCity of Decatur business license renewal notices will be mailed out on December 27, 2019.The City of Decatur’s annual license renewal period will begin on January 2, 2020.License renewals are due by January 31, 2020. If not renewed by January 31, licenses become delinquent on February 1, 2020, therefore accruing penalties and interest.For additional information:Revenue Department(256) 341-4546.
If you have not received a renewal notice by January 13, please contact the Revenue Department at (256) 341 – 4546. Q: How do I get a City of Decatur Business License?A: If you will have a business location in Decatur you will need to apply for a Certificate of Occupancy from the When the Certificate of Occupancy is issued we can then issue the business license. There may be other prerequisites for your particular business type so we suggest you contact us directly to eliminate unnecessary delays.If you will not have a business location in Decatur but are required to have the license you can provide the information via email by completing the following We will contact you for any further information necessary and/or provide the necessary form via email. Q: What is the cost of the business license?A: The cost of a license will vary depending on the type of business (retail, wholesale, building contractor, service, etc.) and the amount of gross receipts generated by the business. Our current rates provide increments of gross receipts corresponding to license amounts. As the gross receipts increase, the license amount increases.
There is always a minimum license amount and this is generally in the $75 to $100 range. A few business license rates are established by State of Alabama law based on population of our city or simply a fixed rate.
Do I need a business license to operate in the City of Birmingham?Any individual or business wishing to engage in business within the city limits of Birmingham, Alabama will need to complete the. Business licenses are good from the date of issuance until the end of the calendar year and then must be renewed annually, with the exception of temporary event or transient businesses. Businesses will need to renew by February 15th, except alcoholic beverage licenses (January 15th) and insurance companies (March 15th).
Business Licenses applied for after the first of the year will be prorated (except for alcoholic beverage licenses) quarterly depending on the date of the license being issued. The (ATC) must also be completed before or at the same time the business license application is submitted.
For “controlled” licenses (alcoholic beverage, dance, pool table, and home based businesses) there are additional requirements and must be applied for in person by appointment with the Tax and License Administration Division. Where do I apply for a Birmingham business license?You can pick up or request by mail an application:City of BirminghamTax and License Administration DivisionFirst Floor, City Hall (TL-100)710 North 20th StreetBirmingham, AL 35203Hours are Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.
City Of Birmingham Business License Application
To 4:45 p.m.For other questions regarding licensing, contact the Tax and License Division by phone (205) 254-2198 or fax (205) 254-2963. What is the cost associated with a business license in Birmingham?Fees are based on the annual gross receipts of the business or in case of a new business, annualized after the first 90 days of the business with a sworn affidavit. After the first year, the license will be calculated according to the gross receipts for the preceding year. In addition check the following for the appropriate tax code for your business.