Business

Doing Business with The City

Guide to Opening a Business in The City of Miami

This is a checklist to guide you through the steps necessary for opening a business in The City. The overview covers the Certificate of Use and Business Tax Receipt procedures, allowing applicants to be informed of the ‘full picture’ from beginning to end.

Try our new eStart Business Licensing Tool

The new eStart tool allows you to apply online for business licenses such as Certificate of Use and Business Tax Receipt. Anyone seeking to open a business in The City of Miami can look up their address to view their zoning allowances, and apply for a Certificate of Use and/or Business Tax Receipt.

Get a Business Tax Receipt (BTR)

Are you opening a new business and have finished your Certificate of Use approval (or you didn't need one)? The City of Miami issues BTR's so you may legally do business in the City.

Building and Permitting

Interactive Maps & Zoning Tool

City of Miami Sign Code

Signs play a major role in the identification and promotion of businesses. They also impact the City’s streetscapes and the pedestrian experience.

Local Business Agencies

A list of local agencies that help businesses with all of their operational needs.

Miami Biz