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Do home occupations require a licence?

April 26, 2017Home licence occupations require

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Do home occupations require a licence?

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Businesses operating from a residence may require a licence. Contact our Licence Division with details of your intended business activities. Staff will assist you in determining if a business licence is required and what approvals may be needed. Even if you do not require a business licence for your home occupation, you must still contact Development & Building Approvals at 403-268-5311 to determine whether you need a home occupation permit. • What happens if a business changes location? Most businesses are licensed to operate at a specific location. If you relocate to another premises a new application for a licence must be completed and new approvals obtained. • What happens if I sell the business? If you sell your business, the new owners must apply for a business licence and new approvals may have to be obtained. If you close or sell your business, please notify the Licence Division promptly so your licence file can be closed. • Do employees need a business licence? For certain occ