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The
City of Austell Code of Ordinances requires all
persons or businesses doing business in the City
of Austell to pay and annual business tax (often
referred to as a business license). The
payment of the business tax is required to the
commencement of business in the City of Austell.
After payment of the annual business tax, the
business will receive a certificate which shows
evidence that the applicable tax has been paid for
the period indicated on the certificate.
This certificate must be displayed conspicuously
in the place of business The certificate
does not indicate clearance or approval for
zoning, fire code, occupancy, or any other City,
County, State, or Federal permit or license which
may be required. It is the responsibility of
the business that it is in compliance with all
legal requirements. Renewal notices for the
certificate are mailed to the business; however,
the burden of timely payment is upon the taxpayer.
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Fees: |
» Privilege license:
» Regulatory Fee:
» Business License: |
$100.00
$30.00
1 to 9 Employees: $95.00
10 to 19 Employees: $125.00
20 to 49 Employees: $170.00
50 or more Employees: $310.00 |
Guidelines for Privilege License
Anyone doing the following
types of business within the City of Austell are
require to obtain a privilege license.
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▪ alcohol sales |
▪ taxi/cab service |
▪ wrecker service |
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▪ pawn shops |
▪ limousine service |
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Privilege license are not
pro-rated.
A copy of applicants drivers'
license will be required.
Filing fee of $100.00 will be
required at time of application. Fee is
non-refundable.
A background check will be
conducted by the Austell Police Department.
All privilege licenses requires
Mayor and City Council approval.
Approval time is normally 30 to 90 days.
Guidelines for Regulatory Fees
Regulatory fees are required for companies such as
plumbers, contractors, etc. who has a business
license in another County and wish to do work
within the City of Austell. A fee of $30.00
will be required at the time of application.
Fee is non-refundable.
Please contact the City Clerks office at (770) 944-4303 to inquire about
business licenses. |
