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1. Are landlords required to have a business license?

Yes. Any individual landlord who rents/leases out three(3) or more residential single family dwelling units(i.e. A Duplex = 2 dwelling units), or any(1 or more) commercial, industrial or institutional property is required to obtain a business license.

2. Are churches and other religious institutions required to obtain a business license?

No.
However, if the religious institution performs a function that requires state licensing, or that generates revenue upon which state sales or use taxes must be paid (i.e. daycare, bookstore, etc.) a business license must be obtained.

3. I run my business from my home. Do I need a license?

Yes.
If the home your are operating from is located within the incorporated city limits of Fayetteville a business license is required.

4. I am a minor, do I need a business license?

No.
An individual under eighteen years of age is not required to obtain a business license.

5. Do I need a business license if I have been contracted for a specific job in Fayetteville but my business is located out of town/state?

No.
However, you would need a business license if your company will have an office building within the city limits of Fayetteville, or will be operating out of a home (home-based business) and the home is located within the city limits of Fayetteville.

6. Do non-profits require a business license?

Yes.
All non-profits must obtain a business license. However, religious institutions that do not generate income from business sources (i.e. daycare, bookstore, etc.) are exempt.