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"Opening a Business in Clarke County

How to Start a Business in Clarke County

  1. Obtain information on business licenses:
    • If business is located within the Town of Berryville
      Berryville Town Office
      23 E. Main St.
      Berryville, VA 22611
      540-955-1099
    • If business is located within the Town of Boyce
      Boyce Town Office
      23 E. Main St.
      Boyce, VA
      540-837-2901
    • If business is located outside of the Towns of Boyce or Berryville
      Commissioner of Revenue
      102 N. Church St.
      Berryville, VA 22611
      540-955-5108
  2. Check on local zoning ordinances, sign permits, and land use regulations:
    • If business is located within the Town of Berryville Berryville Planning Office
      15 E. Main St.
      Berryville, VA 22611
      540-955-4081
    • If business is located within the Town of Boyce
      Boyce Town Office
      23 E. Main St.
      Boyce, VA
      540-837-2901
    • If business is located outside of the Towns of Boyce or Berryville
      Clarke County Planning Office
      102 N. Church St.
      Berryville, VA 22611
      540-955-5132
  3. Check on local building codes:
    Clarke County Building Department
    18 N. Church St.
    Berryville, VA 22611
    540-955-5112
  4. Consult with an accountant:
    • Determine if your business requires a State license to operate.
    • Determine if any type of Federal permit or license is required.
    • Be prepared to make estimated income tax payments.
    • Apply for a sales and use tax permit if you sell tangible personal property.
    • File sales and use tax returns if sales or use tax must be collected on your sales.
  5. Consult with an attorney:
    Make sure that all legal aspects pertaining to your business are covered.
  6. If your business will operate under an assumed name:
    (i.e. A-1 Plumbing), File a Fictitious Name Statement with;
    CIRCUIT COURT CLERK
    102 N. Church St.
    Berryville, VA 22611
    540-955-5116
  7. Locate a good insurance agent:
    Discuss fire, accident, liability, theft, and any other types of insurance you will need. Then obtain the necessary coverage.


 
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