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1. What is a Business Tax Receipt (aka Occupational License?)

A Business Tax that is levied on each business, occupation, or profession for the privilege of engaging in or managing any business, occupation, or profession within the city limits. A business will actually receive a Business Tax Receipt and not a license after the tax has been paid.

2. How to apply for a Business Tax Receipt?

You may apply for an Business Tax Receipt between the hours of 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, in the Development Services Department, located on the second floor of City Hall at 2 South Orlando Avenue, Cocoa Beach.

3. What is the cost of a Business Tax Receipt?

The cost of a Business Tax Receipt will vary, depending on the type of business or service provided. There is a non-refundable application fee of $10; this fee is charged at the time of the original application.

4. What information will be required?

Business owners will need to provide the applicable information on a pre-printed Business Tax Receipt Application:

• Applicant / Owner Name
• Business Name
• Business Mailing Address
• Business Phone and Emergency Contact Number
• Type of Business
• Business Description
• Social Security Number or Employee Identification Number
• Fictitious Name Registration or Articles of Incorporation
• Any State License / Registration Number and Expiration Dates
• Any Professional Certifications
• Type of Insurance (if applicable)
• Retail Business Inventory
• Hotel/Motel License Number
• Number of Units (if rental property or hotel / motel)

5. Where are the city's licensing requirements and license fees noted in the city's rules?

Chapter 13 of the City Code of Ordinances specifies the requirements for licenses.

For questions regarding Business Tax Receipt, please call the Development Services Department at 321-868-3298, or fax inquiry to 321-868-3378.

Operating a business from any location within the city requires a Business Tax Receipt (aka Occupational License.)