Do I need a notary for the Business License Application?

No. The application has a signature and a statement affirming the information is true, but it does not say that the affirmation must be notarized.

What information does the application request?

It requests applicant and business information, including contact details, trade name, business addresses, nature of business, and estimated gross receipts.

What must contractors certify?

Contractors must certify that they have valid workers’ compensation coverage for the license period and will notify the town if coverage lapses.

Stephens City, VA · Frederick County

No notary required

Business License Application

This application is for Stephens City business applicants to provide business, owner, contact, and estimated gross receipts information.

What this form is

The Town of Stephens City Business License Application collects applicant and business details, including trade name, identification number, addresses, nature of business, and estimated gross receipts. Contractors must certify that they have valid workers’ compensation coverage during the license period and agree to notify the town if coverage lapses. The form also includes a zoning staff review section.

Who needs it

Business applicants, including contractors, use this form to provide information for a Stephens City business license application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; it includes a statement affirming that the information is true, but does not state that the affirmation must be notarized.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Stephens City Business License Application PDF.
2
Complete The Applicant Details
Print or type the requested applicant, business, contact, address, and estimated gross receipts information.
3
Complete Contractor Certification
If you are a contractor, complete the workers’ compensation certification section.
4
Sign And Date
Sign and date the application and affirm that the statements are true, full, and correct to the best of your knowledge.
5
Submit To The Town
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Business License Application?: No. The application has a signature and a statement affirming the information is true, but it does not say that the affirmation must be notarized.
How do I submit the Business License Application?: The form does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application request?: It requests applicant and business information, including contact details, trade name, business addresses, nature of business, and estimated gross receipts.
What must contractors certify?: Contractors must certify that they have valid workers’ compensation coverage for the license period and will notify the town if coverage lapses.

Need something notarized?

This Business License Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Stephens City form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.