Please note: Effective September 24, 2019, the City of Prescott discontinued the business license requirement. All businesses in the City will no longer be required to obtain or renew a business license. (Ordinance No. 2019-1689)

Businesses engaging in taxable activity are still required to apply for an Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license through the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) and report “TPT”.

Steps for Licensing a Business in the City of Prescott:

1. Apply for a combined Arizona & Prescott Tax License through Arizona Department of Revenue (if engaging in taxable activities)
   • AZtaxes.gov: Online Licensing, Reporting, and Payment of Sales Taxes
   • More information on Privilege (Sales) Tax
   • Brochure: Reporting Tax to Arizona Department of Revenue
   • Helpful tips for Rental Property/Landlords
     • Residential Landlords Brochure
2. Apply
   • Requirements for Vacation Rentals
   • Requirements for Structured Sober Living Homes
3. Other Possible Licensing or Permits
   • Peddler/Solicitor – for selling or soliciting to consumers door-to-door or place-to-place uninvited
     • Peddler/Solicitor Application
     • Peddler/Solicitor Brochure
   • Register security/fire alarm
   • Liquor Licenses – for selling liquor in City limits
   • Film Permits – for film production in City limits
   • Special Events Permits for Event Organizers
   • Special Event Vendors and Sponsors/Promoters
   • Structured Sober Living Homes
   • Planning and Zoning
   • Food Trucks/Mobile Food Units – in addition to obtaining a Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License, a separate license and inspection from the Yavapai County Environmental Health Division is required.

Useful External Links

Arizona Department of Commerce Small Business Services

Arizona Department of Revenue