Occupational License

Occupational License – Businesses operating within the City limits of Richmond are required to obtain an Occupational License from the City Collector.

City Ordinance 605.030 states: it shall be unlawful for any person within the City to exercise, carry on or engage in any occupation, selling of goods or wares, trade, profession, business, avocation or agency without first obtaining from the City Collector a merchant’s or occupational license and paying a license fee. All licenses issued pursuant to this ordinance shall commence the first (1st) day of November and shall be renewed the following first (1st) day of November. 10% penalty shall be added after the 1st day of December and for each delinquent month after the month of November.
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Sales Tax License – Businesses collecting sales tax must provide a copy of the State of Missouri Sales Tax License to the City Collector.

Food/Service/Food Sales – New businesses that have food services or sell perishable food items are required to provide a copy of their Ray County Health Department to the City Collector.

Construction – If you are building a new structure or are planning on renovating or expanding an existing structure, please contact Community Development at 816-776-5304 ext. 112 to obtain all necessary permits.

Contractors – State law requires contractors to provide a certificate of insurance for worker’s compensations. Contractors must also provide a copy of liability insurance.