Business License
If you are planning to open a business or conduct any kind of business within the city limits of Fulton, either on a one-time, temporary, or permanent basis, you will need to obtain a City Business License or a Transient Vendor License.
Business Licenses are issued on an annual basis and are valid from March 1 through the end of February the following year. Applications submitted mid0year will be charged a pro-rated fee and will still expire on the last day of February.
New Business License Application
Business License Renewal Application
Change of Business Information
Transient Vendor License
Transient Vendor Licenses are for businesses operating on a temporary basis or at temporary locations. These licenses cost $25 and are valid from the date of purchase until the end of the calendar year.
Alcohol Permit
Alcohol permits are issued by the City Clerk’s Office and are required for possession of alcoholic beverages in city parks and recreational areas.
Permits may not be issued for a period of time more than 18 hours during any calendar day. Permits may not be issued for more than four consecutive days.
Liquor License
Any person wishing to establish a business within the Fulton city limits where intoxicating liquor will be sold must obtain a liquor license from the City Clerk Office. All licenses expire July 1 of each year and new license fees are prorated monthly.
New licensees will be charged an initial investigation fee. Fees for new and renewed licenses are based on the type of intoxicating liquor sold and whether it be package liquor or liquor by the drink. There is an additional fee charged for Sunday sales.
Noise Permit
Noise permits are issued by the City Clerk’s Office and are required for the outdoor use of amplified sound within the city limits of Fulton.
Requirements:
Parks – Permits are required for the use of amplified sound at any of the city parks’ rented facilities.
Residence – Permits are required for the outdoor use of amplified sound at any residence address when the resident is hosting a function such as a block party, wedding receptions, graduation party, birthday party, etc.
College Campus – Permits are requred for the outdoor use of amplified sound at college functions (not required for athletic events). Permits for college functions are only issued with written permission from the college.
Sound Truck – Any sound truck unsing amplified sound withing the city limits of Fulton is required to obtain a noise permit.
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