IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Currently, the public must schedule an appointment to conduct business at City Hall, including License Services. Please contact License Services at 602-262-4638 to schedule your appointment. Staff is also available to assist you via telephone and can direct you to online and email resources, where available.

The City of Phoenix does not have or issue a general business license. Only certain activities are regulated and require a license or require a recommendation/approval from the City.

What Activities Require Licensing?

What Activities Require City Recommendation/Approval?

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For Privilege (Sales) and Use Tax Licenses, please contact the Finance Department.

Other License Services Links

• Licensing & Permitting Directory of Documents & Substantive Policy Statements
• Fees & Payment Schedule
• License Application Processing Timeframes
• Phoenix City Code & Zoning Ordinance
• Public Records Requests
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
• News & Updates
• Contact License Services
  

Other General Links

• Structured Sober Living Homes 
• Public Meetings - Information
• City Online Records Search
• PHX11 Live/OnDemand & Other News Links