Requirements for Business License

1. Complete Application below.

2. If you are a Corporation, LLC, or LLP, you will need to supply a copy of the first page of the Articles of Incorporation or Organization from the MIssouri Secretary of State or a Certificate stating you are in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State.

3. If you are NOT a corporation, LLC or LLP, and the name of your business does not include the owner's first and last name in the name of the business, you will need to file Fictitious Name Registration with the Secretary of State's Office toll free at (866) 223-6535 or www.sos.mo.gov.

4. A copy of your Missouri Retail Sales License is required when charging sales tax. To obtain a Missouri Retail Sales License contact the Missouri Department of Revenue at (573) 751-4450 or www.dor.mo.gov.

5. If providing food service, an inspection wil be required by the Health Inspector (660) 886-3434 prior to obtaining a business license.

6. A Certificate of Occupancy Form must be completed and approved by the City Inspector prior to licensing. The City Inspector reserves the right to inspect prior to the approval of the Certificate of Occupancy.

City Clerk reserves the right to review application prior to issuance of license.

APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS LICENSE

Your occupational license will be due for renewal on March first of each year. Ten percent (10%) penalty is applied at the beginning of each month for licenses that have not been paid by April first. If at any time you chose not to obtain your business license or renew your license you will need to contact the business license department at (660)886-2226.

All city taxes, including penalties and interest must be paid before obtaining and renewing licenses.

Name of Business:

Mailing address for renewals if other than above :

License Fee: