Help Links on local, county and state requirements:
City Requirements:
Approximate Fees: $55+ BTR / $35 fire inspection
107 Miracle Strip Parkway SW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6614
Telephone: (850) 833-9500
Fax: (850) 833-9640
Email: Public Customer Service
Sign Permit
BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS (formerly Occupational Licenses)
A Business Tax Receipt (BTR) is issued by the City of Fort Walton Beach for the privilege of operating a business. Anyone providing merchandise or services to the public, even through a one-person company or home based occupation, must obtain a city BTR to operate. In some cases, if a business performs several functions, it may be necessary to acquire more than one BTR.
Before a City BTR can be issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal agency regulations which apply to that business or occupation. Many businesses will be subject to zoning codes. If the nature of a business brings employees inside the city limits to conduct business even though the business establishment is in the county, it is necessary to obtain a city BTR.
BTR fees vary depending on the nature of the business. The number of employees, equipment and seating capacity are a few variables considered in the cost factor.
Business Tax Receipts are renewed annually beginning in July. MasterCard and Visa are acceptable forms of payment for all renewals. If you have ANY changes to be made to your existing BTR you must contact or come into our office to make the needed change(s). The BTR is valid through September 30th of the following year. New BTR's are issued any time during the year and are prorated April 1st, at which time half-year fees apply. Failure to renew a BTR subjects the owner to delinquent fees. All businesses must maintain a current BTR or City Code Enforcement may close the business until the requirement is met. You may come in and complete the BTR process at anytime during our regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
It is the responsibility of the business owner to report to the City's BTR Office a change of address, name change or ownership transfer or any change affecting the price of the BTR, i.e. number of employees, seating capacity for restaurants, number of rooms for hotels, apartments, etc.
BTR's can be paid in person or mail by using cash, cashiers check or money order, and for your convenience, we accept Visa and/or Mastercard along with debit cards displaying the credit card logo present on the card.
8.05 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION
8.05.01 Annual Inspection Required: All commercial, industrial, public assembly, and private schools shall have an annual fire safety inspection conducted by the City Fire Department to ensure such structures are in compliance with the City Code and applicable state statutes.
8.05.02 Inspection Fee; Time for Payment: An annual fire safety inspection fee, as established in the general fee schedule, shall be paid to cover the administrative costs of conducting the inspection. Such fee shall be paid within 20 days of the inspection date.u have any questions, please call 850-833-9500, or visit our office at 107 Miracle Strip Parkway, SW, Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Captain Glen Guarin
Phone (850) 833-9569
Email: gguarin@fwb.org
OKALOOSA COUNTY Business Tax Receipt
Business Tax Receipts can be paid in person or by mail using cash, personal check, cashiers check, money order. For your convenience we also accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express along with debit cards displaying the credit card logo present on the card. A convenience fee will be added if paying by credit/debit card. To pay by mail you must supply our office with the type of card being used, your credit card number, the billing name and address and the expiration month and year along with a phone number (in order to reach you if a problem arises). To pay online you may use Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express and a convenience fee will be charged to each transaction processed over the web. The site will advise you of the charge before you move forward in your transaction.
A Business Tax Receipt is issued by the Tax Collector for the privilege of operating a business. Anyone providing merchandise or services to the public, even through a one-person company or home based occupation, must obtain a county permit to operate. In some cases, if a business performs several functions, it may be necessary to acquire more than one Business Tax Receipt.
Before an Okaloosa County Business Tax Receipt can be issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal agency regulations which apply to that business or occupation. Many businesses will be subject to zoning codes.
In Okaloosa County, a business located within a city limit requires both a municipal license and a county Business Tax Receipt to operate. If the nature of a business takes employees inside a city limit to conduct business even though the business establishment is in the county, it may be necessary to obtain a city license also.
Business Tax Receipt fees vary depending on the nature of the business. The number of employees, equipment and seating capacity are a few variables considered in the cost factor.
Business Tax Receipts are renewed annually in July, August and September. MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express payments are now being accepted online for all renewals- http://www.okaloosa.county-taxes.com/tcb/app/ol/accounts
.
If you have ANY changes to be made to your existing Business Tax Receipt you must contact one of our offices or come into any office to make the needed change(s). The permit is valid through September 30th of the following year. New Business Tax Receipts are issued any time during the year and are prorated April 1st, at which time half-year fees apply. Failure to renew an Business Tax Receipt subjects the owner to delinquent fees.
All businesses must maintain a current Business Tax Receipt or the Tax Collector has the authority to close the business until the requirement is met. New businesses may download a Business Tax Receipt Application - http://www.okaloosatax.com/Portals/0/pdf/Business%20Tax%20Receipt%20Application.pdf online, or stop by one of our offices to complete the Business Tax Receipt process at anytime during our regular office hours.
It is the responsibility of the business owner to report to the Tax Collector's Office a change of address, name change or ownership transfer or any change affecting the price of the Business Tax Receipt, i.e. number of employees, seating capacity for restaurants, number of rooms for hotels, apartments, etc.
Beer Wine & Liquor Q&A:
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation
(1-850-487-1395) handles the inspection of restaurants.
Agriculture and Consumer Services (1-800-435-7352) regulates grocery and convenience stores.
Food Service Application Package (Links)
- Food Service Permitting Letter
- Check List for New Food Service Facilities
- Application for a Sanitation Certificate
- Food Establishment Plan Review Guide
- Signature Card
State:
you can file your corporation at
File corporation $70:
Tax id apply online here Free:
Sales tax registration here: http://dor.myflorida.
Water & Trash: www.fwb.org
Gulf Power Electric:
Connection may be done online: Deposit will be required call for quote. 1-800-225-5797 request average for the year.
Gas:
Not sure on liability insurance costs.
Downtown Insurance Companies:
Harris Insurance Services- http://www.insdirect.com/
Ferguson Insurance Agency, Inc- http://www.fergusoninsurance.net/
Todd Clarke Insurance & Real Estate, LLC- http://toddclarkeins.com/
Alec St.Cyr handles all of my insurance he can be reached at: alec@jmhunnicutt.com
BEER AND WINE CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (2COP)
This license is for a facility that wishes to sell both beer and wine for on premises consumption. In addition, boats may qualify for this license category. Package sales is allowed in sealed containers if permitted by local ordinances.
Application Requirements:
- DISCLAIMER: Applicants may be required to provide some or all of the following (any additional requirements are listed in the form instructions):
- EXCEPTION: There are different requirements for this category of license for "wet" and "dry" counties. Please, refer to the "more information" item below for more details.
- FEE: Fees vary based upon county populace. Temporary licenses are ¼ of the permanent license fee or $100, whichever is greater. Please see the fee chart.
- APPLICATION: Complete form DBPR ABT-6001 by clicking on "Printable Application" at the bottom of this page (detailed instructions included).
- FINGERPRINTS: Contact the department's vendor for electronic fingerprinting, Pearson Vue at www.pearsonvue.com or call 1-888-274-2020, if applicable. Submit the receipt provided. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our fingerprint FAQs.
- ARREST DISPOSITION: Provide certified copies of arrest disposition, if applicable.
- MORAL CHARACTER: Provide mitigation of moral character, if applicable.
- RIGHT OF OCCUPANCY: Submit Right of Occupancy, if applicable.
- SKETCH: Submit sketch of premise.
- ZONING: Submit Zoning approval, if applicable.
- HEALTH: Obtain and submit health approval, if applicable.
- SECRETARY OF STATE: Submit Secretary of State/Certificate of Status, if applicable.
- DOR: Obtain and submit Department of Revenue clearance.
- FEIN: Submit Federal Employer's Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable.
- SSN: Submit Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable.
- CONTRACTS: Submit Contracts or Agreements, if applicable.
- PARTNER, OFFICER OR STOCKHOLDER: Submit Partner, Officer or Stockholder information, if applicable.
- GENERAL LAWS: Submit acknowledgement of meeting the minimum requirements listed in general laws and special acts, if applicable.
- MORE INFORMATION: Learn more details about the application requirements and submittal process.
- SUBMIT APPLICATION: Submit your application to one of our district offices by mail, hand delivery or contact the local office to make an appointment.
LODGES AND OTHER CLUB LICENSE FOR BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (11C)
Authorizes the sale of alcohol by the drink for members and members' guests of Lodges or clubs of National and Fraternal or Benevolent Associations, Social Clubs, Clubs devoted to community and governmental development, clubs promoting showmen and amusement enterprises, clubs assisting national fraternal or benevolent associations and clubs promoting cultural relations of people of the same nationality. Except for veteran and fraternal organizations of national scope, must be in continuous active existence and operation for a period of two years in the county where it exists.
Application Requirements:
- DISCLAIMER: Applicants may be required to provide some or all of the following (any additional requirements are listed in the form instructions):
- Pay $100 (¼ of the annual license fee), if requesting a temporary license. Pay $400 fee for the permanent license.
- APPLICATION: Complete form DBPR ABT-6001 by clicking on "Printable Application" at the bottom of this page (detailed instructions included).
- FINGERPRINTS: Contact the department's vendor for electronic fingerprinting, Pearson Vue at www.pearsonvue.com or call 1-888-274-2020, if applicable. Submit the receipt provided. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our fingerprint FAQs.
- ARREST DISPOSITION: Provide certified copies of arrest disposition, if applicable.
- MORAL CHARACTER: Provide mitigation of moral character, if applicable.
- RIGHT OF OCCUPANCY: Submit Right of Occupancy, if applicable.
- SKETCH: Submit sketch of premise.
- ZONING: Submit Zoning approval, if applicable.
- HEALTH: Obtain and submit health approval, if applicable.
- SECRETARY OF STATE: Submit Secretary of State/Certificate of Status, if applicable.
- DOR: Obtain and submit Department of Revenue clearance.
- BY-LAWS: Submit club by-laws.
- CHARTER: Submit national charter, if applicable.
- FEIN: Submit Federal Employer's Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable.
- SSN: Submit Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable.
- CONTRACTS: Submit Contracts or Agreements, if applicable.
- PARTNER, OFFICER OR STOCKHOLDER: Submit Partner, Officer or Stockholder information, if applicable.
- GENERAL LAWS: Submit acknowledgement of meeting the minimum requirements listed in general laws and special acts, if applicable.
- MORE INFORMATION: Learn more details about the application requirements and submittal process.
- SUBMIT APPLICATION: Submit your application to one of our district offices by mail, hand delivery or contact the local office to make an appointment.
BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (4COP, 5COP, 6COP, 7COP, 8COP)
This license category includes quota licenses and a number of specialty licenses such as Restaurants (SRX), Motels/Hotels (S), Bowling Alleys (SBX), Hospitals (H), Airport Lounges not owned by an airline (SAL), Pleasure Ships (SPX), Civic Centers (SCX), County Commissions (SCC), etc.
Application Requirements:
- DISCLAIMER: Applicants may be required to provide some or all of the following (any additional requirements are listed in the form instructions):
- FEE: Fees vary based upon county populace. Temporary licenses are ¼ of the permanent license fee or $100, whichever is greater. Please see the fee chart.
- APPLICATION: Complete form DBPR ABT-6001 by clicking on "Printable Application" at the bottom of this page (detailed instructions included).
- FINGERPRINTS: Contact the department's vendor for electronic fingerprinting, Pearson Vue at www.pearsonvue.com or call 1-888-274-2020, if applicable. Submit the receipt provided. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our fingerprint FAQs.
- ARREST DISPOSITION: Provide certified copies of arrest disposition, if applicable.
- MORAL CHARACTER: Provide mitigation of moral character, if applicable.
- RIGHT OF OCCUPANCY: Submit Right of Occupancy, if applicable.
- SKETCH: Submit sketch of premise.
- ZONING: Submit Zoning approval, if applicable.
- HEALTH: Obtain and submit health approval, if applicable.
- H&R: Submit approval from Hotels and Restaurants, if applicable (SRX).
- SECRETARY OF STATE: Submit Secretary of State/Certificate of Status, if applicable.
- DOR: Obtain and submit Department of Revenue clearance.
- FEIN: Submit Federal Employer's Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable.
- SSN: Submit Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable.
- CONTRACTS: Submit Contracts or Agreements, if applicable.
- PARTNER, OFFICER OR STOCKHOLDER: Submit Partner, Officer or Stockholder information, if applicable.
- GENERAL LAWS: Submit acknowledgement of meeting the minimum requirements listed in general laws and special acts, if applicable.
- MORE INFORMATION: Learn more details about the application requirements and submittal process.
- SUBMIT APPLICATION: Submit your application to one of our district offices by mail, hand delivery or contact the local office to make an appointment.
CATERER LICENSE FOR BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (13CT)
Permits any caterer licensed by Hotels and Restaurants which derives at least 51% of its gross revenue from the service of food and non-alcoholic beverages to sell or serve alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises of any catered event at which the licensee is also providing prepared food. (Does not permit the storage of alcoholic beverages.)
Application Requirements:
- DISCLAIMER: Applicants may be required to provide some or all of the following (any additional requirements are listed in the form instructions):
- FEE: Pay $455 fee.
- APPLICATION: Complete form DBPR ABT-6011 by clicking on "Printable Application" at the bottom of this page (detailed instructions included).
- FINGERPRINTS: Contact the department's vendor for electronic fingerprinting, Pearson Vue at www.pearsonvue.com or call 1-888-274-2020, if applicable. Submit the receipt provided. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our fingerprint FAQs.
- ARREST DISPOSITION: Provide certified copies of arrest disposition, if applicable.
- MORAL CHARACTER: Provide mitigation of moral character, if applicable.
- RIGHT OF OCCUPANCY: Submit Right of Occupancy, if applicable.
- H&R: Submit approval from Hotels and Restaurants.
- DOR: Obtain and submit Department of Revenue clearance.
- FEIN: Submit Federal Employer's Identification Number (FEIN), if applicable.
- SECRETARY OF STATE: Submit Secretary of State/Certificate of Status, if applicable.
- SSN: Submit Social Security Number (SSN), if applicable.
- MORE INFORMATION: Learn more details about the application requirements and submittal process.
- SUBMIT APPLICATION: Submit your application to one of our district offices by mail, hand delivery or contact the local office to make an appointment.
City Requirements:
Approximate Fees: $55+ BTR / $35 fire inspection
107 Miracle Strip Parkway SW
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6614
Telephone: (850) 833-9500
Fax: (850) 833-9640
Email: Public Customer Service
Telephone: (850) 833-9500
Fax: (850) 833-9640
Email: Public Customer Service
Sign Permit
BUSINESS TAX RECEIPTS (formerly Occupational Licenses)
A Business Tax Receipt (BTR) is issued by the City of Fort Walton Beach for the privilege of operating a business. Anyone providing merchandise or services to the public, even through a one-person company or home based occupation, must obtain a city BTR to operate. In some cases, if a business performs several functions, it may be necessary to acquire more than one BTR.
Before a City BTR can be issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal agency regulations which apply to that business or occupation. Many businesses will be subject to zoning codes. If the nature of a business brings employees inside the city limits to conduct business even though the business establishment is in the county, it is necessary to obtain a city BTR.
BTR fees vary depending on the nature of the business. The number of employees, equipment and seating capacity are a few variables considered in the cost factor.
Business Tax Receipts are renewed annually beginning in July. MasterCard and Visa are acceptable forms of payment for all renewals. If you have ANY changes to be made to your existing BTR you must contact or come into our office to make the needed change(s). The BTR is valid through September 30th of the following year. New BTR's are issued any time during the year and are prorated April 1st, at which time half-year fees apply. Failure to renew a BTR subjects the owner to delinquent fees. All businesses must maintain a current BTR or City Code Enforcement may close the business until the requirement is met. You may come in and complete the BTR process at anytime during our regular office hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
It is the responsibility of the business owner to report to the City's BTR Office a change of address, name change or ownership transfer or any change affecting the price of the BTR, i.e. number of employees, seating capacity for restaurants, number of rooms for hotels, apartments, etc.
BTR's can be paid in person or mail by using cash, cashiers check or money order, and for your convenience, we accept Visa and/or Mastercard along with debit cards displaying the credit card logo present on the card.
8.05 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION
8.05.01 Annual Inspection Required: All commercial, industrial, public assembly, and private schools shall have an annual fire safety inspection conducted by the City Fire Department to ensure such structures are in compliance with the City Code and applicable state statutes.8.05.02 Inspection Fee; Time for Payment: An annual fire safety inspection fee, as established in the general fee schedule, shall be paid to cover the administrative costs of conducting the inspection. Such fee shall be paid within 20 days of the inspection date.u have any questions, please call 850-833-9500, or visit our office at 107 Miracle Strip Parkway, SW, Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Captain Glen Guarin
Phone (850) 833-9569
Email: gguarin@fwb.org
OKALOOSA COUNTY Business Tax Receipt
Business Tax Receipts can be paid in person or by mail using cash, personal check, cashiers check, money order. For your convenience we also accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express along with debit cards displaying the credit card logo present on the card. A convenience fee will be added if paying by credit/debit card. To pay by mail you must supply our office with the type of card being used, your credit card number, the billing name and address and the expiration month and year along with a phone number (in order to reach you if a problem arises). To pay online you may use Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express and a convenience fee will be charged to each transaction processed over the web. The site will advise you of the charge before you move forward in your transaction.
A Business Tax Receipt is issued by the Tax Collector for the privilege of operating a business. Anyone providing merchandise or services to the public, even through a one-person company or home based occupation, must obtain a county permit to operate. In some cases, if a business performs several functions, it may be necessary to acquire more than one Business Tax Receipt.
Before an Okaloosa County Business Tax Receipt can be issued, a business must meet all conditions required by city, county, state or federal agency regulations which apply to that business or occupation. Many businesses will be subject to zoning codes.
In Okaloosa County, a business located within a city limit requires both a municipal license and a county Business Tax Receipt to operate. If the nature of a business takes employees inside a city limit to conduct business even though the business establishment is in the county, it may be necessary to obtain a city license also.
Business Tax Receipt fees vary depending on the nature of the business. The number of employees, equipment and seating capacity are a few variables considered in the cost factor.
Business Tax Receipts are renewed annually in July, August and September. MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express payments are now being accepted online for all renewals- http://www.okaloosa.county-taxes.com/tcb/app/ol/accounts
.
If you have ANY changes to be made to your existing Business Tax Receipt you must contact one of our offices or come into any office to make the needed change(s). The permit is valid through September 30th of the following year. New Business Tax Receipts are issued any time during the year and are prorated April 1st, at which time half-year fees apply. Failure to renew an Business Tax Receipt subjects the owner to delinquent fees.
All businesses must maintain a current Business Tax Receipt or the Tax Collector has the authority to close the business until the requirement is met. New businesses may download a Business Tax Receipt Application - http://www.okaloosatax.com/Portals/0/pdf/Business%20Tax%20Receipt%20Application.pdf online, or stop by one of our offices to complete the Business Tax Receipt process at anytime during our regular office hours.
It is the responsibility of the business owner to report to the Tax Collector's Office a change of address, name change or ownership transfer or any change affecting the price of the Business Tax Receipt, i.e. number of employees, seating capacity for restaurants, number of rooms for hotels, apartments, etc.
Beer Wine & Liquor Q&A:
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation
(1-850-487-1395) handles the inspection of restaurants.
Agriculture and Consumer Services (1-800-435-7352) regulates grocery and convenience stores.
(1-850-487-1395) handles the inspection of restaurants.
Agriculture and Consumer Services (1-800-435-7352) regulates grocery and convenience stores.
Food Service Application Package (Links)
- Food Service Permitting Letter
- Check List for New Food Service Facilities
- Application for a Sanitation Certificate
- Food Establishment Plan Review Guide
- Signature Card
you can file your corporation at
File corporation $70:
Tax id apply online here Free:
Sales tax registration here: http://dor.myflorida.
Water & Trash: www.fwb.org
Gulf Power Electric:
Connection may be done online: Deposit will be required call for quote. 1-800-225-5797 request average for the year.
Gas:
Downtown Insurance Companies:
Harris Insurance Services- http://www.insdirect.com/
Ferguson Insurance Agency, Inc- http://www.fergusoninsurance.net/
Todd Clarke Insurance & Real Estate, LLC- http://toddclarkeins.com/
Alec St.Cyr handles all of my insurance he can be reached at: alec@jmhunnicutt.com
BEER AND WINE CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (2COP)
This license is for a facility that wishes to sell both beer and wine for on premises consumption. In addition, boats may qualify for this license category. Package sales is allowed in sealed containers if permitted by local ordinances.
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LODGES AND OTHER CLUB LICENSE FOR BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (11C)
Authorizes the sale of alcohol by the drink for members and members' guests of Lodges or clubs of National and Fraternal or Benevolent Associations, Social Clubs, Clubs devoted to community and governmental development, clubs promoting showmen and amusement enterprises, clubs assisting national fraternal or benevolent associations and clubs promoting cultural relations of people of the same nationality. Except for veteran and fraternal organizations of national scope, must be in continuous active existence and operation for a period of two years in the county where it exists.
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BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (4COP, 5COP, 6COP, 7COP, 8COP)
This license category includes quota licenses and a number of specialty licenses such as Restaurants (SRX), Motels/Hotels (S), Bowling Alleys (SBX), Hospitals (H), Airport Lounges not owned by an airline (SAL), Pleasure Ships (SPX), Civic Centers (SCX), County Commissions (SCC), etc.
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CATERER LICENSE FOR BEER, WINE AND LIQUOR CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (13CT)
Permits any caterer licensed by Hotels and Restaurants which derives at least 51% of its gross revenue from the service of food and non-alcoholic beverages to sell or serve alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises of any catered event at which the licensee is also providing prepared food. (Does not permit the storage of alcoholic beverages.)
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ALCOHOL -ONE-TWO-THREE DAY PERMIT (ODP, SODP)
This license category allows a bona-fide non-profit civic organization to sell alcoholic beverages for consumption on premises for a period not to exceed 3 days for a single event. These organizations are limited to 3 permits per calendar year with the exception of small areas in Leon County, Pinellas County and Lake County which are allowed to have an additional 15 permits per calendar year.
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BEER CONSUMPTION ON PREMISES (1COP)
This license is for a facility that wishes to sell beer for on premises consumption. In addition, boats may qualify for this license category. Package sales is allowed in sealed containers if permitted by local ordinances.
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