INSTRUCTIONS
To obtain an Occupational Tax License in the City of Jackson, an applicant must complete the following requirements:
1. Contact Butts Co. Community Development Office located at 625 W. Third St., telephone number 770-775-8210, to obtain a letter showing that the location is properly zoned for its intended use.
2. Complete an application that may be obtained from City Hall or by downloading Business Infomation Sheet and 2008 Tax Return.
3. Pay the appropriate license fees at the time of application.
4. Contact the Jackson Fire Department located at 139 S. Holly St, telephone number 770-775-8054, to request an inspection of the location to ensure that it meets the requirements of the Fire Safety Code.
After completing the above requirements, all documents should be returned to City Hall. The City of Jackson will review the documents for compliance, and a license will either be approved or denied.
PLEASE BE NOTIFED THAT NO ONE IS AUTHORIZED TO OPERATE A BUSINESS UNTIL A LICENSE HAS BEEN APPROVED AND ISSUED BY THE CITY OF JACKSON.