You may access an online and printable version of the business license applications on this page: BUSINESS LICENSE INFORMATION & APPLICATIONS.

The process for obtaining a license for a business in the City of Tontitown takes a very short time. This process generally takes less than one week. Please refer to the steps lined out HERE.

The license fee is based upon the business classification. In order to determine the correct classification(s) for your business and the corresponding fees, please visit our Code of Ordinances at American Legal Publishing.

If payment is not received in the Business License office or postmarked on or before the due date, the business shall be fined a sum of not less than the amount of the license fee provided for, nor more than double such amount for each offense. Each day of violation shall constitute a separate and distinct offense. Provided, however, that any person or entity who continues to operate or conduct its business without the required license after having said license revoked or suspended, or after service of a Notice to Cease and Desist, upon conviction, shall be fined not less than $500 and not more than $l,000 for each offense, with each day of violation constituting a separate and distinct offense.

Yes. However, it is your responsibility to renew the business license on time even if the courtesy reminder is not received. Penalties are assessed for delinquent payments, regardless or whether or not you receive a renewal notice. If you do not receive a notice two weeks prior to the expiration date, contact the Administrative Offices at (479) 361-2700 or email adminasst@tontitownar.gov.  Renewal forms are always available on our Business License Applications page.

For a list of the City of Tontitown’s fees, please read our code on Fees at American Legal Publishing.

• Before you can start business a certificate of occupancy (COO) is required. There is a fee for a COO.
• All commercial properties will be required to install a backflow prevention assembly, if the building is not already equipped with one. The City of Tontitown requires that the backflow prevention assembly device be tested annually.
• If you are going to install signage for your business, there is a fee to obtain a sign permit.
• If you plan to remodel your building, a remodel permit is required, as well as a separate permit for electrical, mechanical, or plumbing work.

If you will be selling or preparing food, you will need to apply for a Food Service Permit with Arkansas Department of Health. Necessary permits must be obtained from the Health Department prior to the issuance of City of Tontitown business licenses. For more information please visit the Arkansas Department of Health page by clicking here.

If you will be selling or serving alcohol, you will need to apply for a permit with Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC).Necessary permits must be obtained from ABC prior to the issuance of City of Tontitown business licenses. For more information please visit the Arkansas Alcoholic Beverage Control page here.

If you will be selling tobacco, you will need to apply for a permit with the Arkansas Tobacco Control (ATC).Necessary permits must be obtained from ATC prior to the issuance of City of Tontitown business licenses. For more information please visit the Arkansas Tobacco Control (ATC) page here.

Apply for an Outdoor Vendor Permit through the Community Development Department. An Outdoor Vendor is any person that exhibits, displays, sells or offers for sale any food, beverages, goods, wares or merchandise from a conveyance as defined herein. This definition does not include a door-to-door peddler, solicitor, mobile vendors or homeowners having garage sales. Examples include, but are not limited to food trucks and stands, sales of items from vehicles, and sales of items from tents. Please click here for the application.

Vending is not permitted in parks within the City of Tontitown.