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If you are starting a business that might require an occupational license, contact your occupational board. Click here for a directory of all occupational boards in North Carolina and their contact information.

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Skip main navigation. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Please enable scripts and reload this page. It looks like your browser does not have JavaScript enabled. Please turn on JavaScript and try again. Print Share. All establishments located in Raleigh that provide amplified music or other amplified entertainment are required to obtain either an Amplified Entertainment Permit or Hospitality District Entertainment Permit. Hospitality District Entertainment Permits apply to businesses located within a defined hospitality district.

You must have your Amplified Entertainment Permit before providing amplified entertainment. It is recommended that you apply at least 90 days prior to opening your business. Businesses wishing to provide outdoor amplified entertainment outside a defined hospitality district will be required to obtain City Council approval. It is strongly recommended that you discuss the proposed business location with the Development Services Customer Service Center at prior to submitting your application.

Businesses operated from the home must obtain approval from Zoning staff by applying for a Home Occupation Use Permit. Any business selling food products from a pushcart in the downtown district must obtain a Pushcart Vending Permit. Download Application. Safety measures are in place to protect your information. No one can read your tax information while it is being electronically submitted. You may contact Taxpayer Assistance at Option 1 between the hours of 8am and 5pm ET Monday through Friday excluding holidays.

A Business Registration Checklist is available with detailed information regarding what is needed for registration.

Additional questions may be directed to Select the "Other Inquires" option, then the appropriate tax type. How can we make this page better for you? Business Recovery Grant Program Businesses that suffered economic loss during the pandemic may be eligible for a one-time payment from the Business Recovery Grant Program. Learn More.