Note: Fast Food is not a sit down establishment. (No tables and chairs)
If your establishment has tables and chairs you must apply for a Restaurant License. see Restaurant Business
Your business requires a Graduated Business License (GBL). Use the links below to download a GBL application and/or access information about the GBL.
(Graduated Business License Information and Fee Schedule), (Graduated Business License Application)
Here are the steps needed to acquire a Graduated Business License.
1. You must register with the State of Missouri for a State Sales Tax Number. Please obtain this number before visiting City Hall.
3256 Laclede Station Road
St. Louis, MO 63143
(314) 877-0177
Or apply online at: https://dors.mo.gov/tax/coreg/index.jsp
2. Visit the License Collector’s office in Room 104 of City Hall. For your convenience, you may fill out the Graduated Business License form in advance. You can download it here.
3. In addition to visiting the License Collector’s office, you will also need to obtain a clearance from the Collector of Revenue’s office at the location below:
City Hall Room 410
1200 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 622-3291
St. Louis City Ordinance 63454
St. Louis City Revised Code Chapter 8.02.010 - Statement of Clearance - Required
4. If your business is located in the City of St. Louis, you must also obtain an Occupancy Permit from the Building Division at the location below:
Building Division
Department of Public Safety
City Hall Room 426
1200 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 622-3313
5. Finally, obtain a health permit from the Health Department. The Health Department requires a copy of your paid receipt for a Graduated Business License. Their location is listed below.
Health Department
City of St. Louis
1520 Market Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 657-1539
Additional Information:
If you pay by check, the license application may be held for several working days until the check clears.
A separate Graduated Business License is required for each business location or trade name.
St. Louis City Ordinance 52030
St. Louis City Revised Code Chapter 8.02.040
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