Starting Your Business
Thank you for choosing to start a business in Chicago. We appreciate your decision to help make Chicago an economically strong and vibrant city. Please use the information provided below to guide you through the steps needed to obtain a business license.
Start and Grow Your Business In Chicago Small Business Tool Kit
1) Business Planning - Before you schedule an appointment with a business consultant |
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County, State, and Federal Business Registration |
2) Check Zoning |
Zoning |
3) Licensing |
Business Licensing: What Do I Need? |
4) Permitting |
Building Permits |
5) Other Business Requirements |
Water, Recycling & Sanitation |