Business License

To better serve our business community, City representatives will be providing useful resources and information. We therefore ask you to update your contact information. When renewing business license, an e-mail address is now required to obtain business license certificate.

• Business Contact Update Form

The City of Cudahy welcomes new business enterprises, and values the many businesses that have made Cudahy their home.

This section is a guide for a new businesses in the City of Cudahy that may answer a variety of questions you may have, for example, selecting a name, and all of the required permits and licenses that may apply.

Steps to Getting a Business License

Prior to obtaining a business license from the City of Cudahy, the following steps are required:

• Step 1. Zoning Requirements
• Step 2. Obtain a Business License
• Step 3. Fictitious Name Statement
• Step 4. Seller’s Permit
• Step 5. Health Permits
• Step 6. Federal Identification Number (FEDID)
• Step 7. Hiring Employees
• Step 8. Building Permits
• Step 9. Sign Permits

Business Assistance Programs

If you should have any questions or require additional guidance, the City of Cudahy has a Business Assistance Program in place. Representatives from the program can be contacted at Cudahy City Hall.