Licenses are issued by “class”: G for graduated, D for operator, M for motorcycle, and A, B, C for commercial.
Maricopa County does not issue or require a General Business license for unincorporated areas of the County. If you are located in an incorporated city or town, check with your municipality. For more information, the Arizona Department of Revenue provides a Licensing Guide for obtaining business licenses in Arizona.
Do you need a business license? A completed Business License Application is required for the following types of businesses: restaurant, medical office, general office, entertainment, auto service, consumer service, contractor, manufacturing, service, distributor, and retail sales.
You might also be wondering, “How long can you operate a business without a license?” Judging by real-world examples, you could be shut down in as little as 60 days.
You may need a food facility permit done through your county as well as a separate public health permit. Some areas allow for you to apply online, but these permits typically require restaurateurs to submit their detailed plans for the space for approval.
Maricopa County's mission is to provide regional leadership and fiscally responsible, necessary public services so that residents can enjoy living in a healthy and safe environment. The Board of Supervisors, along with other elected officers, creates a strategic plan every five years to align with the county mission.
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Three of the most important permits that let you sell food to your community include the food handlers license, food facility health permit, and seller's permit.
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