The city of Mount Vernon requires a license for all businesses located within city limits, or conducting business within city limits. If you are not sure if you will do business within the city limits, contact the city directly before you apply.
Additional information on doing business in Mount Vernon, as well as other requirements such as sign permits or tenant improvement permits, can be found here.
Origination fee: $50
Renewal fee: $50
If you are a nonprofit business, you may be exempt from city fees. To qualify you must submit a copy of your business’ IRS 501(c) 3 certificate with your application.
Origination fee: $0
Renewal fee: $0
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Mount Vernon Municipal Code 17.96. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
Origination fee: $50
Renewal fee: $50
If your business is physically located outside city limits, but conducts business within city limits, your license fee is determined by gross annual income earned within this city’s limits:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$50 |
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$50 |
Your business may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly.
City approval time not available. Contact the city directly for more information.
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