Business License Application

Special Requirements for Certain Businesses

1. If your profession or business is certified by the department of business and professional regulations (850-487-1395) or department of health (850-488-0595), you must attach a copy of your certification, registration, or license to this application.
2. Banks, mortgage brokers, finance companies, and stockbrokers must be registered with the office of financial regulation (850-410-9805). attach a copy of the license showing proper business location to this application.
3. Restaurants and mobile food unit operators must contact the division of hotel and restaurants (850-487-1395). you must attach a copy of approved inspection report to this application or obtain an authorized signature on the certificate of approval provided with packet.
4. Child care must have the approval of the palm beach county health department (561-840-4500). you must attach a copy of the license to this application or obtain an authorized signature on the certificate of approval provided with packet.
5. Food outlets, auto repair, travel agencies, telemarketers, health and dance (ballroom) studios must submit a permit, registration or exemption from the state of Florida, department of agriculture and consumer services (1-800-435-7352)
6. Certified contractors must attach a copy of state of Florida and/or palm beach county certification. call (561-233-5525) for certification information. county receipt is required, countywide municipal receipt is optional.
7. Dance studios, martial arts facilities, gyms, yoga, pilates or similar businesses, including indoor recreation, must attach a copy of your certification from the department of agriculture & consumer services (1-800-435-7352).