Operating a Business
In order to operate legally, most businesses are required to have a variety of registrations, licenses and permits. Federal, state and local laws and regulations may apply. Using the following resources should help as you determine which requirements apply to your business.
Licensing & permits
- Fayette County Certificates, Licenses & Permits
Helpful index for Fayette County
Business Licenses are administered according to the physical location of the business:
- Fayette County Business License/Occupational Tax
- Peachtree City Business License/Occupational Tax
- City of Fayetteville Licensing Requirements
- Town of Tyrone For licensing information call Tyrone Town Hall 770-487-4038
- Business licensing information – Find out about federal, state and local license and permit requirements
- Georgia Occupational Licensing Requirements – Check if your occupation requires a special license
Regulations & registrations
- Corporate registrations
You must register with the state of Georgia if your business is a corporation, a non-profit, a limited liability company or a partnership - Employer Identification Number (EIN)
Most businesses need to obtain an EIN, also known as a federal tax id number, to identify your business Apply online
Taxes
Legal Resources
Human resources
- Ten Steps to Hiring Your First Employee
- Manage Employees
Hiring, interviewing, immigration, employee handbooks and employment law resources - What Georgia Employers Need to Know
Employment law overview for Georgia businesses - Drug Free Workplace
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Other resources
- Better Business Bureau
404-766-0875 - Georgia Dept. of Economic Development
404-962-4000 - Small Business Administration
404-331-0100 - Small Business Development Center (SBDC)- Clayton State
678-466-5100 - Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)
Contact via the Chamber at 770- 461-9983
