Who must license their business?
Generally, all businesses are required to license with the local municipality in which they are doing business. General standards exist for licensure, but each city also has unique requirements and procedures.
What is a business license and do I need one?
A business license is where Ivins City grants permission to engage in a business activity at a specific location within the City. The definition of a business includes every trade, occupation, profession or activity engaged in for commerce. A business may be inspected and required to fulfill local zoning, building, safety and health requirements before receiving a license.
Once I apply for a business license/permit how long does it take to get one?
Home Office Business License – 1-2 business days
Residential Solicitation – 1 day for a temporary – 1-3 weeks for an annual.
Handbill Permit – 0-2 days
Home Occupation Business License – varies, depends on the application – 2 days to 6 weeks
Commercial Business License – 6 weeks
Approvals from the following departments are required to obtain a Commercial Business License:
(Depending on the application some Home Occupation business licenses may also require these as well)
Planning & Zoning Fire Department - $25.00 per inspection fee
Building Public Safety
How much does a business license/permit cost?
Home Office - $50.00 – Annual Renewal - $25.00
Home Occupation - $50.00 (+ $25.00 fire insp. when required) – Annual Renewal - $25.00
Commercial - $50.00 + $25.00 fire inspection = $75.00
Residential Solicitation License - $25.00 – valid for 1 year
Handbill Distribution Permit - $25.00 – valid for 30 days.
What types of business licenses require a Background Criminal Identification (BCI) check?
Background checks are required for the following business activities: beer and liquor, residential solicitation, dancers, sexually oriented businesses & employees, anything to do with children and day care providers.
Where can I apply for a Background Criminal Identification (BCI) check?
Website: http://www.des.utah.gov/bci/crimrecords.html
Download an application: http://www.des.utah.gov/bci/documents/expungement_ROA_012.pdf
Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Criminal Identification
3888 West 5400 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84118
Phone: (801) 965-4445
Fax: (801) 965-4749
Office Hours – 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday
BCI is closed Fridays, weekends, and state holidays
Can I operate a business from my home?
Home Office and Home Occupation Business Licenses are specifically designed for those that want to work from their home.