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The Licensing Division issues a variety of licenses and permits.
Generally, these are required to do business, sell to the public,
or solicit funds in the City of Springfield. Citizens should always
ask to see a City license from anyone selling door-to-door or asking
for donations, either in person or by phone. View
current Business Licenses The City is committed to a one-stop
philosophy to make licensing convenient. Licenses or permits are
required for:
- Garage sales:
Limited to two sales in any 12-month period.
- Apartments:
Anyone with two or more units must be licensed and have
a registered local agent.
- Business/occupational
license: Anyone selling or offering products or services
must obtain a license, including door-to-door selling.
- Parking
permits: Issued annually for persons in the Kickapoo,
Rountree, Phelps Grove or mid-town parking districts.
- Cigarette
sales: Required to sell, deliver or display cigarettes
in the city.
- Liquor and beer: Required to
sell or barter. Zoning restrictions also apply.
- Liquidation:
"Going Out of Business Sales" of any kind.
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Special tax districts and bills
The
Licensing Division also issues tax bills for weed mowing, demolition,
sewer construction, nuisances and health abatements. Interest and
liens are permitted subject to a variety of safeguards and hearings
to protect the rights of every citizen.
If you have questions
and/or comments please feel free to contact the Licensing Division
of the Finance Department at the e-mail address below or by phone
at 417-864-1617.
e-mail: licensing@ci.springfield.mo.us | 
