Dolton, IL · Cook County
Checklist for Business License (New and Renewal)
This checklist and accompanying application help new and renewing businesses prepare the documents Dolton requires for a business license.
What this form is
Dolton requires businesses to obtain the appropriate license before commencing operations. New businesses begin with pre-approval documents, including a business plan, articles of incorporation or organization, and a business license application with the applicant’s ID; approved businesses and renewals provide additional documents. The checklist also identifies possible industry-specific requirements and explains that commercial and fire inspections are required, with health inspections for food- and health-related licenses.
Who needs it
Business owners opening a business in Dolton or renewing a business license should use the checklist and complete the accompanying application.
How to submit it
Email the applications and documents to [email protected], including the business name in the email subject line. The document also says applications are available in the office or by request.
About notarization
This checklist and business license application are signed without a notary; the separate liquor license application listed as an additional document must be notarized.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Checklist
Download the checklist and accompanying business license application.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in the business, owner, contact, license type, and other requested information.
- 3
Gather Required Documents
Prepare the documents listed for your application, including any additional documents required for your business type.
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Email Your Submission
Email the applications and documents to [email protected] and include the business name in the subject line.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Dolton business license checklist?
- No. The checklist and business license application are signed without a notary; the separate liquor license application listed as an additional document must be notarized.
- How do I submit the Dolton business license documents?
- Email the applications and documents to [email protected] and include the business name in the subject line. The document also says applications are available in the office or by request.
- What documents do new businesses need for initial review?
- The checklist lists a business plan, articles of incorporation or organization, and a business license application with a copy of the applicant’s ID.
- What inspections are required for a business license?
- All businesses must have commercial and fire inspections. Food- and health-related licenses also require a health inspection.