While license rules vary by city and county, some common local business licenses include: Operating licenses. Building permits. Zoning and land use permits. Health licenses and permits. Signage licenses.
Classification 4 is for contractors and for the sale of certain farm products.
To operate under a fictitious name or doing business as in Tennessee, there is no state-wide requirement for sole proprietorships. However, each county clerk will require you to file a Business Tax License Application in order to use the fictitious name.
Licenses, Permits and Registration No business license: Under $3,000 in gross sales. Minimum activity license: Between $3,000 and $100,000 in gross sales. A business tax account and filing are not required with a minimum activity license. Standard business license: More than $100,000 in gross sales.
A standard business license is needed from your county and/or municipal clerk if your gross receipts are $100,000 or more. You are not allowed to operate until your required license is obtained and posted in your business' location.