Do I Have To License My Business?

The following business types are licensed by the Town of Provincetown:

  • • Retail (including Art Galleries) • Liquor Establishments • Common Victuallers • Entertainment Establishments • Lodging (Inns & Guesthouses) • Rentals (weekly, seasonal & year-round) • Taxi and Pedicab Vehicles and Operators • Parking lots Marijuana Establishments

Additionally the Health Department issues food service permits to all businesses that serve food (including caterers). 

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1. Do I Have To License My Business?
2. When does my license expire?
3. How do I pay for my license?
4. What happens if I open without licensing my business?
5. Where can I find a copy of the current Licensing Rules & Regulations?
6. What forms do I need to fill out to renew my business license?
7. What forms do I need to fill out to license my new business?
8. Do I need a Transient Vendor License from the State?
9. How do I apply for a Food Service Permit
10. How can I turn in my forms?
11. I have turned in my forms and paid the licensing fees, what is the next step?
12. What do I need for my retail licensing inspection?
13. What is a Fire Inspection Report? Do I need one for my business?
14. I have moved my business do I have to notify the Town?
15. When can I renew my business licenses?
16. Where do I apply for a marriage license?
17. How do I apply for a Renter’s Certificate? What are the fees?
18. How do I apply for a one-day/special entertainment license?
19. How do I apply for a one-day/special alcohol license?
20. Do I need a Special Food Permit for my event?
21. What are the pedicab fares in Provincetown?
22. If I'm renewing my taxi license do I need a CORI report?
23. Who can I speak to about a noise problem/complaint?
24. Are food trucks allowed in Provincetown?
25. How do I obtain a busker (street performer) license?
26. How do I get permission to have a fire on the beach in Provincetown?