Business Licensing & Permitting

Identifying all the licenses, permits and/or other regulatory approvals required for business activity is a crucial step in the planning process.

• Business Link consultants can assist in identifying state licensing requirements for specific business activity and provide a wealth of information about service providers, resources and programs available.
• The Corporations Division of the Secretary of State's Office can provide information related to incorporations.
• Information about environmental permits may be found on the Web in the Customer Services Section of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR).

Directory of Business Licenses & Permits

The Directory contains information regarding licenses required by N.C. state agencies and occupational licensing boards. You may search the Directory by Keyword or Table of Contents.