How much does a Privilege/Business License cost?
A. Fees vary depending on the type of business. Many businesses are charged based on gross receipts at a rate of $0.60 per $1,000 (minimum tax is $50; maximum is $10,000). Businesses subject to the gross receipts tax may also be taxed at a flat rate and certain types of businesses must pay both City and County taxes for licenses. Please contact the Business Tax Collections Office at 704-336-6315 for more details. View or Print the Privilege/Business License Application Q. What is the Room Occupancy Tax? A. The Room Occupancy Tax is a countywide tax of six percent (6%) levied on the receipts derived from the rental of any room, lodging, or accommodation furnished by a hotel, motel, inn, tourist camp, or similar place. This tax is in addition to any North Carolina or local sales tax. Room Occupancy taxes are due the 20th of each month. View or Print a Room Occupancy Tax Return Q. What must I do to open a hotel business with the Office of the Tax Collector? A. You must submit a Privilege/
