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Guidelines for Obtaining a Business License

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he following is being provided to assist you in acquiring a business license in Churchill County. There may be special conditions for certain uses in certain areas or zones. If you have any questions you may call or stop by the office on weekdays (excluding State and federal holidays) between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm. Inspections may be required by the Planning Department, Building Department, Fire Department, and the Health Department prior to issuance of a business license.

Information You Will Need to Provide
When Applying for a Business License

1. Business Location – Address - Assessor's Parcel Number - Owners Name

  1. Is the property zoned correctly for the proposed use? - Contact the Planning Department with your address or Assessor’s Parcel Number.
  2. Do you own the property? - If so, please complete the business license application packet.
  3. Other owner of property? - If so, please provide letter or contract from property owner evidencing their permission to utilize the property by you for your proposed business activity, and complete the business license application packet.
  4. Will new construction or remodeling be needed? – You will need to contact the Building Department with the specifics and discuss the plan requirements, etc.
  5. Are signs needed? – If so, you will need to contact the Planning and Building Departments to ensure the sign(s) comply with code requirements.
2. Supplemental information, but not limited to:
  1. Completed Churchill County Business License Application.
  2. Fictitious name documentation – This is obtained through the Churchill County Clerks Office.
  3. State of Nevada Business License & Sales Tax Number – This is obtained through the Nevada Department of Taxation. We will need a copy of the Nevada Business Registration and a copy of your NV State Business License or a letter of compliance from the Nevada Department of Taxation.
  4. Proof of Industrial Insurance (Workman’s Compensation).
  5. If Contractor – a copy of your Nevada State Contractor license.
  6. If Corporation – a copy of your Articles of Incorporation filed with the Nevada Secretary of State.
  7. If business deals with food, beverages or cosmetics – You will need to provide us with a copy of your State Health Permit, obtained from the Nevada Bureau of Health Protection Services (775) 687-4750.
  8. Business License Fee: $100.00 annually or $40.00 per quarter.

3. Operating a business from the home (i.e.: service occupation or home business)

  1. A Conditional Use Permit or Special Use Permit must be obtained prior to issuance of a business license for a home-based business. You will need to contact the Planning Department.
  2. Conditional Use Permits may be issued administratively once completion of the application and supporting documentation are provided. The applicant agrees to comply with all the conditions as required by the permit. Application Fee $75.00. Annual Renewal $25.00
  3. The Churchill County Planning Commission at a public hearing considers Special Use Permits. Issuance of a Special Use Permit is discretionary on the part of the Planning Commission and not issued as a matter of right. Application Fee $300.00. No annual renewal fee. *Note that this is treated like a CUP in regards to fees if a home or service occupation. Refer to Chapter II (3) IV of the Consolidated Development Code for special use permits and Chapter IV Article II (G) for conditional use permits.

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