How Do I Get a Business License in Chatham County, Georgia?
Chatham County is located in the coastal region of Georgia. Its main city is Savannah. Chatham County requires that businesses obtain a business tax certificate rather than a standard business license. All businesses, including home-based businesses, are required to obtain a business tax certificate and pay Chatham County business taxes. Rules governing business licenses are set forth in the Chatham County Revenue Ordinance.
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Complete the Chatham County Business Tax Certificate application. This form is available at the Chatham County Building Safety and Regulatory Services Department. You will list the name of the business, the type of business and the address at which the business operates. Use the name of your company as it will do business and be advertised. Sign the form.
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Return your completed form to the Chatham County Building Safety and Regulatory Services Department along with payment for required fees. Fees vary based on the type of business and are not published as of 2010. Contact the Building Safety and Regulatory Services Department to find out how much you must pay.
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Await your completed license. Chatham County will issue your license in one to two weeks. The County mails all licenses to the business address provided on your application.
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Tips & Warnings
Fill out the application form completely and correctly; the County will not process incomplete forms.
If you are opening a business within the city limits of Savannah, you will need to apply for a certificate from the city rather than from Chatham County.
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