Official Web Site of the City of Phoenix

Welcome to the City of Phoenix Business Start-up Web page. This page is your Web portal and resource center on topics most commonly requested by businesses starting up in Phoenix. The success of your business is a top priority for the city of Phoenix. Staff from multiple city departments have participated in developing the following information and resources contained on these pages to help you open your business in Phoenix.

City of Phoenix

• Business Assistance Advisory Tips¹ - This document provides a general overview of issues businesses should address when opening a business in Phoenix.
• Business Due Diligence¹ - This outlines the most common questions asked by businesses and who you should contact to address these questions. It includes topics such as naming your business, licensing, employee requirements, property selection and general questions.

State of Arizona

• AZ Department of Commerce - Small Business Services - An online state resource where you can find information on business licensing, statewide resources, certification, procurement opportunities, and much more. They are there for every stage of your business development.
• Entrepreneur's Edge - This resource guide provides general information for new business owners in starting, operating and growing a business in Arizona. This guide serves as a reference and directory for established businesses of all sizes.

• Small Business Administration - Small Business Planner - Careful planning is fundamental to success.  The Small Business Planner includes information and resources that will help you at any stage of the business lifecycle.
• Business.gov - The official business link to the U.S. government.
• IRS - Small Business and Self-Employed One-Stop Resource - A host of information regarding starting and operating a business and the required federal regulations

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If you have additional questions or wish to schedule an appointment with city staff to discuss you business proposal, contact the Business Customer Service Center (BCSC).

• Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Email: bcsc@phoenix.gov
• Web: phoenix.gov/bcsc
• Phone: 602-534-2000
• Address: 200 W. Washington Street, 1st Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85003

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Last modified on 09/17/2008 08:34:30