Running Your Business
Thank you for doing business in Chicago. We appreciate your role in making Chicago an economically strong and vibrant city. Please see the information below to learn more about City services and business support opportunities to help you sustain and grow your business.
CITY SERVICES |
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| Renew Your Business License Renew your business license online Public Way Use Permits For items that extend on, over, or under sidewalks and streets Zoning Check the zoning of your property before opening a new location or re-locating Tax Information File your City taxes online and view other common taxes for small businesses Loading Zones Explanations and application processes for loading zones, standing zones, and valet parking |
Update Your Business License Information Make changes when you buy or sell your business, change owners, move locations, add business activities and more Building Permits Permits for new building construction, renovations and repairs Commercial Driveway Permits Instructions and fees for Commercial Driveway Permit applications Business License Inspections Required inspections for your business activity Water, Recycling & Sanitation Pay your water bill online and follow Chicago's recycling and sanitation regulations Disciplinary Hearings Instructions for resolving legal issues |
OPPORTUNITIES |
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| City Contract Opportunities Do business with the City M/W/DBE Certification State of Illinois, Cook County, Chicago Housing Authority, Chicago Public Schools Financial Assistance Resources Listings of loans, grants, tax credits, and financial education programs Find Neighborhood Resources See how a local chamber of commerce, Special Service Area provider, or other support agency could assist you.
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Business Education Small Business Center workshops and other opportunities to improve your business skills Hiring & Training Resources Organizations and financial resources to help you hire and train employees Bike Parking Find out if your business is eligible for a free on-street bike rack
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Additional Information
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- Administrative Hearing Fines
- Business License Renewal
- Business Taxes
- CTA Transit Customer Fare Cards
- Calculate the Cost of a Building Permit
- City of Chicago Photography
- Parking, Red Light, or Speed Ticket(s)
- Surplus, Vehicles, Auctions
- Vehicle and Residential Permit Parking Stickers
- View Automated Speed Enforcement Video
- More services
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