According to the Dallas Economic Development Authority, 80 percent of the city’s businesses are classified as small businesses and collectively provide 40 percent of jobs in Dallas.
Many, but not all, enterprises in the city must have a license to conduct business legally. Dallas offers simple informational websites where you can study the licensing requirements and find out if your business should receive them.
Examine the list of businesses that require a license to operate in Dallas to see if your type of business is included.
Follow the instructions for obtaining a license, which are included in the business description, if your company is the one that requires a license in Dallas. As a rule, you can get a business license by applying for it personally to the Special Licenses Section of the Dallas City Hall and paying the required fee. For some types of licenses, for example, to work in a billiard room, you also need to get a permit from the Dallas police.
Contact the Dallas Department of Economic Development to learn about other city, county, or state requirements that may apply to your business in addition to obtaining a license. For example, businesses established as a partnership or corporation are required to register with the State Department of Texas.
