Apply for North Carolina Licenses and Permits

How to form an LLC in North Carolina

Form an LLC

If you are forming an LLC in North Carolina, your business will need to take several legal steps.  You need to check on the LLC name, and then create and file Articles of Organization with the North Carolina Secretary of State, as well as create an LLC agreement between the LLC members complying withNorth Carolina LLC laws.  To find out more about how to form a limited liability company in North Carolina, please visit our North Carolina LLC page.

How to Apply for a Business License in North Carolina

Apply For A Business License

It is critical to understand that there is not one “standard” business license, but there are many, different, specialized licenses that must be received by those businesses to operate in the state. They are known as occupational licenses that are issued by the state and may require specific schooling and the passing of state board exams. On the local level, such as with counties and cities, there are also business licenses known as Privilege Licenses which the vast majority of businesses must acquire. Businesses are furthermore required to register with the state. Business license applications will ask for detailed information regarding your business venture, be prepared. Visit our North Carolina Business License webpage for information to assist you.

How to Apply for a Marriage License in North Carolina

Apply For A Marriage License

Bride and groom couples are all mandated to gain a marriage license prior to the wedding day to be proclaimed lawfully wed. The marriage license can be obtained at the County Register of Deeds Office. Basic details about the bride and groom will need to be supplied on the application, names, parent’s information, previous marriages, etc. The marriage license is valid immediately and any where in the state. Be prepared to pay the fee, which varies from county to county. The wedding is finalized once you solemnize the ceremony, this occurs when a civil servant or a religious leader marries you. Also, you both will need to have either: passport, driver’s license, state issued military card, or a certified birth certificate. You can gather more specifics at our North Carolina Marriage License webpage.

How to Apply for Building Permits in North Carolina

Apply For A Building Permit

Most building projects will demand a building permit in the State of North Carolina, unless they are $5,000 or under or simple cosmetic work like painting. However, plumbing work, electrical work, sewer work, mechanical, remodeling, new constructions or additions will all require a building permit or two. Generally speaking, the City or County Building or Planning Department will oversee the issuance of building permits, you can find out on our North Carolina Building Permit webpage. If you are located in a FEMA declared floodplain, you will be mandated to obtain a flood elevation certificate prior to the commencement of any work. Fees due to the city or county where the property is located are different from one area to the next but are often times based on square footage and assessed value. Visit our  North Carolina Building Permit page for assistance.

 

How to Incorporate in North Carolina

Incorporate Your Business

A North Carolina business can be incorporated by filing Articles of Incorporation, and creating other forms, like bylaws, initial meeting minutes, stock certificates, and also other required filings in North Carolina with the North Carolina Secretary of State.  Learn how to incorporate in North Carolina at our North Carolina incorporation page.