A business license or tax receipt is required for operating a business in Gulfport. The Community Development Department handles the program; applications are made in person at the department office, which triggers zoning-compliance and fire-safety review. Receipts are valid October 1 through September 30 of the following year.
Anyone operating a business in Gulfport, including home occupations (allowed with restrictions: no sales activities or non-family employees).
Apply in person at Community Development
Come in to the Community Development Department at 5330 23rd Avenue South to fill out and submit the application for a business tax receipt.
mygulfport.us/knowledge-base/community-development/i-want-toZoning and fire review
The application triggers zoning-compliance and fire-safety review. A building permit is needed if build-out goes beyond painting or minor remodeling, and applicable state or federal licenses may be required.
mygulfport.us/knowledge-base/community-development/i-want-toRenew by October 1 each year
Receipts are valid October 1 through September 30. Late renewal carries a 10% penalty in October plus 5% per month thereafter until paid.
mygulfport.us/community-development/business-tax-receipts/| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Business tax receipt | Not published online, contact the city | Fee amounts are not published on the city BTR page or fee schedule page; contact Lisa Giddens at 727-893-1063 |
Fee amounts change, the linked official schedule always controls.
Contact: Lisa Giddens, 727-893-1063 (general line 727-893-1024). No online application portal or downloadable BTR form is published.