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To complement your hard work, entrepreneurship, and ingenuity, your new business needs access to the resources and information that foster success. Whether you're still in the dreaming stages or moving forward with product development and financing, the partners and resources listed below offer the assistance and expertise you need to thrive.
Remember, each business is unique, so you may need to adjust these steps based on your specific circumstances and industry requirements. Additionally, seeking advice from mentors, industry experts, or small business resources like the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) can provide valuable guidance along the way.
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Business License FAQ's
You may email the application, drop it off in person, or mail it directly to the Finance Department. Once the business license clerk has received the application with the required documentation and entered the application information, an email with instructions on how to pay will be sent to the applicant. Please see the Finance Department contact details below.
Casa Grande Business License Application and Instructions (PDF)
Finance Department
51O E. Florence Blvd.
Casa Grande, AZ 85122
(520) 421-8601
Currently, we do not have a customer online portal available. To pay, you may call or visit the Finance Department in person or mail the payment to 51O E. Florence Blvd., Casa Grande, AZ 85122.
- How long does it take for a business license to be approved once it has been submitted and paid for?
The license will be issued within 5-1 O working days for completed applications and required documentation. If there are any pending issues, the business license clerk will notify the applicant immediately so that they may be resolved.
No, the EIN number is an Employer Identification Number, also known as a Federal Tax Identification Number, consisting of 9 unique digits and is used to identify a business entity by the Internal Revenue Service. A Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) number is an 8-digit number issued to a business when approved for a transaction privilege tax license. TPT is a sales tax on vendors for the privilege of doing business in the State of Arizona.
No, you must remit your sales tax online with the Arizona Department of Revenues.
Yes, you will need to obtain either a temporary business license or annual business license, depending on the circumstances. For example, if you are a contractor from another city and building or installing a product in Casa Grande, you would not need to obtain a business license as you are only delivering a product.
Yes, you will need to obtain a business license for each location. If the business has sales tax liabilities, only one TPT number can be used unless they are under different entities and TPT numbers.
New applications that go thru a review process and taking more than 7- 10 days the clerk will reach out to the applicant to make them aware of any issues with the review of their application. You may contact us at 520.421.8600 ext. 2130 or by emailing us to inquire about how to receive a copy of the renewed license or the status of your application.
No, you do not need to be issued a new license, but you will need to fill out an updated business license application which will go thru a review process if that location is within the City of Casa Grande.
No, if there is a change in ownership, you will need to cancel your license, and the new owner will need to submit a new Business license application and pay the appropriate fees.
Credit card payments are accepted in person or over the phone at the Finance Department. Currently, an online payment portal is not available. Please check back in the Fall.
Additional Resources
Helpful Information Regarding Pinal County Businesses
State of Arizona Department of Revenue
In Arizona, not all businesses are required to have a license and some businesses are required to have more than one license. There is no "generic" state business license. A Guide to Taxes for Arizona Businesses is designed to help Arizona businesses comply with the state's basic tax and licensing requirements. In addition to describing the types of licenses and taxes that are applicable in Arizona, a few other agencies that impose taxes and require licensing are identified. This publication is part of a series of publications that discuss in detail transaction privilege and other tax issues administered by the state. For questions, please see the websites and telephone numbers listed on the last pages of the publication.
State Transaction Privilege Tax License
If you are selling a product or engaging in a service subject to transaction privilege tax, you will most likely need to obtain the state transaction privilege tax (TPT) license from the Arizona Department of Revenue (commonly referred to as a sales tax, resale, wholesale, vendor or tax license). See the TPT Licensing section for more information.
Transaction Privilege Tax License Renewals
Regulatory (Professional or Special) Licensing & Permits
Special licenses, certifications, permits, etc., may be required of certain businesses or professions. Business regulations vary by state, local, and federal government, as well as by industry. Note: A service business may or may not be subject to regulatory licensing, transaction privilege tax, and/or business licensing. Use the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) Small Business Services' Checklist Program to research business compliance requirements that may impact your business. You may also wish to consult your attorney for assistance. If you need an accountant or attorney referrals, see Finding Professional Partners in the ACA Small Business Services' Checklist Program under "I am thinking about starting a business in Arizona."
Local Business or Occupational License & Permits
Each city in which you operate may require its own licensing. For additional information, including contact information and links to download license applications, visit the ACA Small Business Services' Checklist Program list of City / Town Offices.
Industrial Corridor
Our Industrial Corridor is home to numerous manufacturing and logistics companies that can take advantage of incentives associated with federally recognized Opportunity and Foreign Trade Zones and New Market Tax Credits. Casa Grande employs an effective development team approach to all new projects/companies. Our team provides direct access to decision-makers who review and approve business plans and permits. We proactively communicate with your representatives to expedite all review processes.
Regional, National & Global Connectivity
- Direct access to Interstate 10, 8 and future 11
- Trucking distance to San Diego (5hrs), LA (6.5hrs), Las Vegas (5.5hrs), El Paso (6hrs) + Albuquerque (7hrs)
- Int'l Ports of Entry to Mexico: San Luis (3hrs) + Nogales (2hrs)
- Rail service via main line of Union Pacific Railroad
- 1hr from 3 Int'l Airports: Sky Harbor (Phx), Gateway (Phx/Mesa) + Tucson