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
• 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

• Federal Tax Requirements
• Georgia Tax Requirements

Legal Resources

• SBA
• Department of Labor

Human Resources

• Metro Atlanta eXchange for Workforce Solutions
  Free web portal with real-time information about workforce development providers in the region.
• 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
  Save 7.5% on your workers compensation insurance by becoming a Drug Free Workplace

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 - Clayton State
  678-466-5100
• Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
• Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)