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Business License Process
Business licenses are required for any business conducting, engaging in, maintaining, or operating a business or business activity within the Village, including home-based businesses. An application may be picked up at Village Hall at the Finance / Village Clerk window or you can download it from this site.
STEPS IN THE PROCESS (Non-Residential Use)
Explanation of the overall development process, including the site review process and the building permit process - OVERVIEW DOCUMENT (PDF)
- Submit a Certificate of Occupancy Application (PDF) with Community Development (existing structure) or a Building Permit Application (new construction).
- Submit a Business License Application (PDF) to the Village Clerk at kmastera@cville.org
- If applicable, submit a Liquor License Application (PDF) which will be reviewed and needs to be approved by the Village Board. Please review our Municipal Code regarding liquor license applications and classifications.
- If applicable, submit a Video Gaming Application (PDF) to the Village Clerk.
- Continue working with Community Development regarding plans, permits, inspections, and fees to be paid in order to obtain Certificate of Occupancy.
- Once you have your Certificate of Occupancy, Community Development will alert the Village Clerk who will then send you your licensing fees.
- Once licensing fees are paid, the Village Clerk will issue your business license.
STEPS IN THE PROCESS (Home-Based Business)
1. Please review the Village of Carpentersville Municipal Code relating to Home-Based Businesses and ensure your use meets the standards outlined (see "Home Occupations", found under 16.18.020 - Accessory buildings, structures, and uses, A.6.).
2. Submit a Business License Application (PDF) to the Village Clerk at kmastera@cville.org
3. The Village Clerk will review your application and send you your licensing fee.
4. Once licensing fees are paid, the Village Clerk will issue your business license.
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Physical Address
1200 L.W. Besinger Drive
Carpentersville, IL 60110
Phone: 224-293-1627Fax: 847-428-8793
HoursMonday through Friday8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Kelly Mastera
Village ClerkPhone: 224-293-1627