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Before You Start
Prior to seeking permits and licensing in the City you will likely have:
- determined there is a market for your business
- registered the business name
- established financing
- defined or completed a legal structure for the business.
- searched for an appropriate business location.
Before the doors open there are important local regulatory issues that require attention.
The needs and circumstances of each business are different.
Resources presented here cover key issues affecting most small businesses.
- Verify that the zoning of your proposed business location allows your business
- Apply for permits that are required for the business to open or operate
- Obtain your business license(s)
- Verify your required parking requirements.
- Place signage at your business location.
- Understand the process to expand a business or change your business use.
Starting a Successful Business?
FREE WORKSHOPS FOR CURRENT & FUTURE BUSINESS OWNERS
Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur, or someone thinking about opening your own business? You are invited to attend a free, four-part workshop series entitled "Starting & Staying in Business" presented by the City of Scottsdale's Economic Vitality Office.
Workshop topics and dates are as follows:
- Business Planning - October 6
- Management Planning - October 13
- Marketing Planning - October 20
- Financial Planning - October 27
All workshops in October will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Paiute Neighborhood Center, 6535 E. Osborn Road (Osborn and 64th Street). Attendance is free. Registration is highly encouraged.
RSVP to Rachel Busch @ (480) 312-7321 or RBusch@ScottsdaleAZ.gov.
Franchise 101: Is Franchise Ownership for You?
FREE WORKSHOP ON FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP
Think purchasing a franchise is for you? You are invited to attend a free workshop presented by the City of Scottsdale's Economic Vitality Office where some of the important issues, misunderstandings, and necessary decisions to consider before purchasing a franchise will be discussed.
The workshop features guest speaker Michael H. Mount, a successful franchise consultant. He will provide invaluable insight into franchise ownership and answer any questions you have on franchises.
This workshop will be held the Mustang Library Auditorium at 10101 N 90th Street on September 15, 2009, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Attendance is free. Registration is highly encouraged.
More information can be found here: Franchise 101 Workshop
RSVP to Rachel Busch @ (480) 312-7321 or RBusch@ScottsdaleAZ.gov.
