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Business FAQ's and Numbers

1. How much does it cost for a business license?
   Answer: Call the Business License clerk at 662-892-9238 for the correct fee amount.
   
   
2. When do you renew your business license?
   Answer: Business Licenses expire every September 30 and must be renewed by October 1 to avoid penalty.
   
   
3. Who do you call for a Mississippi Sales Tax number?
   Answer: The Mississippi Tax Commission at 662-562-4489.
   
   
4. Things to do prior to obtaining a business license for a home-based business:
   Answer: Apply for a Mississippi State Sales Tax number if applicable.
   Come to the City Hall to apply for business license and submit payment.
   
   
5. Things to do prior to obtaining a business license for a business located in a commercial building:
   Answer: Make sure commercial building is zoned correctly (662-892-9334).
   Apply for State Sales Tax number, Federal Tax number, and Beer/Liquor Permits if applicable (662-562-4489).
   Get Health Dept. inspection if food-related (662-429-2034).
   Get building inspection (662-892-9333).
   Get fire inspection (662-8959611).
   Come to City Hall and apply for business license (last step prior to opening doors for business).