Per Chapter 26 Section 26, business licenses in the City of Festus are required for anyone conducting, pursuing, or operating a business within the city limits of Festus. This includes:
- Residents working from their home
- Out-of-City businesses coming inside City limits such as contractors, sub-contractors, delivery businesses, etc.
- Some professional services are exempt
Business licenses are from July 1st through June 30th and are pro-rated after January 1st. Contractor licenses are from January 1st through December 31st and are pro-rated after October 1st.
In order to obtain a new business license, you must complete a business license application . A listing of the business license fees can be accessed here or click on the appropriate link on the panel to your left.