Hawthorn Woods, IL · Lake County
Commercial Business License Application
Business owners use this application to request a Village of Hawthorn Woods permit to engage in the business identified on the form.
What this form is
This application is for a business seeking a permit to operate in Hawthorn Woods. It asks for business and applicant details, the Illinois tax registration number, and contact information for each owner, partner, or principal. Restaurant applicants are asked about seating capacity, outdoor seating, and vending machines; the applicant signs to affirm the statements are true and agree to follow Village ordinances.
Who needs it
A business owner or applicant seeking a Village permit for the business identified on the application should complete it.
How to submit it
Complete and return both pages to the Village of Hawthorn Woods at 2 Lagoon Drive, Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047; the form also lists a fax number, (847) 540-5221.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; it includes a sworn affirmation, but the form does not identify a separate notarized attachment or step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the two-page Commercial Business License Application PDF.
- 2
Complete Both Pages
Provide the business, applicant, tax registration, and owner or principal information requested.
- 3
Add Restaurant Details
If applicable, provide the restaurant seating capacity and answer the questions about outdoor seating and vending machines.
- 4
Sign And Return
Sign and date the application, then return both pages to the Village at the address printed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Commercial Business License Application?
- No. The form includes the applicant’s sworn affirmation and signature, but it does not include a notary block or require a separate notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Commercial Business License Application?
- Complete and return both pages to the Village at 2 Lagoon Drive, Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047. The form also lists fax number (847) 540-5221.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for business and applicant information, Illinois tax registration details, owner, partner, or principal contacts, and, for restaurants, seating and vending information.
Need something notarized?
This Commercial Business License Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.