Warrenton, VA · Fauquier County
Business License Permit
Businesses and contractors use this application to request or renew a Town of Warrenton business license and report business and gross receipts information.
What this form is
The Business License Permit application is for individuals and organizations conducting business in Warrenton. The form says new businesses need a license when beginning business and applications are due by April 15 each year. It asks for applicant and business details, location information, legal status, and gross receipts or estimates; contractors also make a workers’ compensation statement.
Who needs it
Individuals, partnerships, corporations, LLCs, and others doing business in Warrenton must file; contractors are also required to have a town license, subject to the stated exception.
How to submit it
Deliver or mail the completed form to the Town of Warrenton, PO Box 341, Warrenton, VA 20188-0341, or deliver it to 21 Main Street, Warrenton, VA 20186.
About notarization
This application has no notary block; the applicant signs and dates an oath affirming the information is true, but the document does not state that notarization is required.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Business License Permit application.
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Complete The Application
Enter the applicant, business, location, legal status, and gross receipts information requested on the form, then sign and date it.
- 3
Gather Any Attachments
If reporting gross receipts across more than one license category, attach a separate spreadsheet showing the categories and amounts.
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Submit To The Town
Deliver or mail the completed form to the Warrenton address listed in the application.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Business License Permit?
- No. The application has no notary block. The applicant signs and dates an oath affirming the information is true; the document does not state that notarization is required.
- How do I submit the Business License Permit?
- Deliver or mail the completed form to the Town of Warrenton, PO Box 341, Warrenton, VA 20188-0341, or deliver it to 21 Main Street, Warrenton, VA 20186.
- Who must file a Warrenton business license application?
- The form says individuals, partnerships, corporations, LLCs, and others engaged in business, a profession, or an occupation in Warrenton must file. Contractors are also required to have a town license, subject to the stated exception.
- What information does the application request?
- It requests applicant and business details, business location information, legal status, and gross receipts or estimates. Contractors also make a workers’ compensation statement.
Need something notarized?
This Business License Permit doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Warrenton form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.