| Before you open your business,
determine which state, county, and local
regulations apply to you. Avoid the
temptation to ignore regulatory details.
Doing so may save time in the short term,
but could become an obstacle as your
business grows. Below is a list
of the most common requirements that
affect small businesses. The list is by
no means exhaustive, however, regulations
vary by industry from state to state. For
example, if you are in the food service
business, you must comply with health
department regulations. If you use
chemical solvents, you must meet
environmental standards. Consult
the list for a solid start in order
to research information on your
regulatory requirements, and then
carefully investigate your state web site
for regulations that affect your
industry and/or business.
- Licenses
- Location
- Insurance
- Certificate of Occupancy
- Fictitious Business Name
- Sales Tax Number
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