OCCUPATIONAL TAX LICENSES
Business License Administrator
Submit applications via:
E mail to: CReeves@lagrange-ga.org
Fax to: 706.883.2048
or Mail to: PO Box 430 LaGrange, GA. 3024
A. Regulatory:
1. Liquor License Application Check List:
The City of LaGrange utilizes the following check list when reviewing an application for alcoholic beverages Clearly understand the guidelines set out in the City of LaGrange's Ordinance for obtaining a Liquor License. Click on the Link below, and if your business meet the requirements, then Click and get the check list, to start your process.
2. Liquor License Application for Alcoholic Beverages:
Complete application in its entirety, and provide all information and/or documents requested.
3. Regulatory Beer and Wine Application:
Complete this application for Beer or Wine Only. (Tax Map Description will be completed by city personnel). Applicants must submit a full listing of all partners and corporate officers, if the company is incorporated.
4. Consent Form:
This document authorizes the City of LaGrange to conduct a background search for the applicant applying for a regulatory license. This document must be signed and notarized. Applicant may elect to deliver, mail, or e-mail (e-mail to blslicense@lagrange-ga.org )form to the City of LaGrange.
5. ATT-17 - State Beverage Alcohol Personnel Statement:
This form must be completed and submitted with the Determination Application for Alcoholic Beverages. ( Must be submitted with your Liquor License Application. )
6. Regulatory Cost Assessment Application:
Complete this form when you are notified that the City Council has approved your application for Liquor, Beer or Wine, after which, city personnel will review and issue a Occupational Tax Certificate.
7. Regulatory Business License Application:
This application is used for taxicabs, limousines, poolrooms, pawnshops, and any other businesses that the City Council determines as regulatory. Applicants must complete this document in its entirety, with the exception of the tax map description; this will be completed by city personnel. In the event this application is approved by City Council, the applicant will be notified to complete an Occupational Tax Information Sheet and Business Registration Form. The form will be utilized to issue the Certificate of License.
The City Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month to review request for Regulatory request. All request should be submitted a minimum of seven (7) days prior to council review.
- Regulatory Other
B. Occupational:
1. Occupational Tax Information Sheet and Business Registration Form:
If you operate a business in the City of LaGrange, this document is required and is used to register your company with the City of LaGrange. The City of LaGrange assesses a flat tax of $75.00 and administrative fee of $35.00 for any business operating in the City. Additionally, Employment Taxes are paid in accordance with the schedule set forth in the Employment Tax Table. (See Employment Tax Table Below). The City of Lagrange may issue a Certificate to a business after receipt of a lease or proof of ownership for the property they plan to operate from. Additionally, the requesting company may be asked to provide the name of the the last known firm to operate from the business location.
Prior to the issuance of the Certificate and the completion of the above related form, an applicant must contact the Fire Department at 706.883.2659 or visit the Fire Department's web site, and complete the request on line,to schedule a fire safety inspection. After the business location is inspected by the Fire Safety Department, the applicant will be provided a report by Fire Safety. The applicant must furnish a copy of the fire safety report to the Business License Administrator via fax, e-mail or in person. The Administrator will review and make a determination.
Additionally, if an applicant's business includes the preparation and sale of food, the following inspections are also required:
Health Department: 706.298.3702 (Call (10) days prior to anticipated opening date)
Grease Trap Inspection: 706.883.2118
The applicant is responsible for providing all inspection reports to the Business License Administrator. A license will not be issued without the approvals.
2. Employment Tax Table:
The City of LaGrange requires all businesses operating in the City to pay an Employment Tax for employees in excess of four(4). Use the Employment Tax Table to determine the amount due, if any. This amount will be added to the Flat Tax Rate of the Occupational License.
3. Home Occupation Application:
Complete the document in its entirety, review the provisions pertaining to the issuance of an Home Occupations License. This request is reviewed and a determination is made by the Building Official or their designee. If approved, the applicant will be issued a Certificate of License, if the request is not approved, the applicant may elect to appeal to the City Council. The administrative appeal fee is $250.00. (Appeal process attached with the Home Occupation Application) Refer to the Occupational Tax Form for cost.
C. Insurance
1. Insurance Companies Occupational Tax Form:
Companies issuing policies in the City of LaGrange is required to complete the above referenced document, and pay a flat rate of $100.00. Additionally, the same rate applies for each separate business location.
