STARTING A BUSINESS IN FAIRHOPE
New-business information packets are available at Fairhope City Hall in the Revenue Office. Applicants are asked to fill out a short form regarding the nature of their business request. The business license application is also listed below. Most license fees are based on gross receipts or on a graduating scale. It is important that those wishing to start a business verify that the location of the proposed business is properly zoned for that specific type of business. Zoning information is also available trough the revenue officer.

For information on business licenses and permits, including a list of rates, contact the Revenue Officer at 251-990-0144 or 251-928-2136.

Business License Application (PDF)

August sales taxes to be paid in September for the The City of Fairhope will be paid through Revenue Discovery Systems