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Sources of Information for States and Local Governments

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How to Obtain a Building Permit for Your Business Construction
Obtaining a building and Occupancy Permit can be a difficult process, depending on the complexity of the job. This how-to takes you through the process.
Zoning Types
Zoning Types are listed and described in this QuickTip.
Do I Need a Health Permit for my Business?
Although the requirements for health permits vary, here is a list of the common types of businesses that must have health permits.
State Employment Laws: A List of Laws You Should Know
Here is a list of state employment laws that can affect your business.
U.S. State Offices of Economic Development
Each U.S. state has an office of economic development. Here is more information on what you will find at the website of this office for your state.
State Minimum Wage Laws
Employers need to know the minimum wage laws in their state or states. Here is a resource to provide this information for each state.
Find State Tax Information on Your State's Department of Revenue Site
Find information on taxes in your state by using this listing of state departments of revenue
Your State's "Secretary of State" Website - A Wealth of Information
The website of your state's secretary of state has a lot of information you can use for your business.
Find State and Local Business Information on Business.gov
Use the U.S. Business Information website, Business.Gov, to find information on state and local agencies.
Finding the Laws in Your State
Here is a great resource for state laws, by subject.
how to Find Information on Local Ordinances
If you need to know about zoning, local option taxes, and other city/town/county information, here is the place to look.
State Agencies You Need to Know About
Here are some state agencies you need to know about.

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