Get In General Business License Application - City Of Gary 2020-2025

The IN General Business License Application for the City of Gary is a crucial document for individuals and organizations looking to establish or update their business operations within the city. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to assist you in completing the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete the online application process.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and access it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Begin by entering your current license number in the designated field labeled 'CURRENT LICENSE #'. If you are a new applicant, leave this field blank.
3. Fill out the 'BUSINESS INFORMATION' section with your business name (DBA) and federal employment identification number (EIN).
4. Provide the physical business address if your business is based in Gary, including the city, state, and ZIP code. If applicable, you may leave this section blank for businesses outside of Gary.
5. Enter your business phone number and website URL in the respective fields.
6. Indicate whether you own or rent the property where your business operates by checking the appropriate box and providing the date.
7. Specify the gross floor area occupied by your business in square feet.
8. List your business hours for each day of the week by noting the opening and closing times.
9. Select 'Yes' or 'No' to indicate if your business is located in a residential house.
10. Select the type of business structure (sole proprietor, LLC/corporation, partnership, or nonprofit) that applies to you.
11. Identify your business type by checking one of the options provided. Pay attention to additional licensing requirements for certain business types.
12. Provide the name of your waste disposal and recycling company. If your business is not located in Gary, enter 'N/A'.
13. Indicate whether hazardous materials will be stored on the premises by selecting 'Yes' or 'No'. If applicable, describe the nature of these materials.
14. Fill in your owner's name, phone number, home address (no P.O. Box), date of birth, and contact email in the 'BUSINESS OWNER INFORMATION' section.
15. If there is a different billing party for license renewals and notices, fill out the 'BILLING PARTY INFORMATION' section.
16. Provide the primary emergency contact's name and a 24-hour phone number.
17. Review the fees associated with the general business license and confirm if your business is a nonprofit organization to waive fees.
18. Attach any additional documentation required, such as the 501(c)(3) certification or any relevant permits.
19. Since the application requires your acknowledgment, ensure you sign, print your name, and date the form at the end.
20. After careful review of all entered information for accuracy and completeness, you can save changes, download, print the document, or share it as required.

Complete your IN General Business License Application online today to ensure your business operates legally within the City of Gary.