Start a Business in Deerfield Beach

Permits, costs, timeline, and step-by-step requirements.

4 permits2-6 weeks💰 $50–$500

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Overview

Starting a business in Deerfield Beach requires a Business Tax Receipt through the Finance Department. Base fee: $50–$500. No state business license. No state income tax. Local Business Tax Receipt required by most cities/counties.

Required Permits

Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)
State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration
County: health department permit + fire inspection
City: business licence/tax certificate

Step-by-Step Process

1

Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)

2

State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration

3

County: health department permit + fire inspection

4

City: business licence/tax certificate

Costs

Estimated total: $50–$500 depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Finance Department

Phone: 954-480-4200

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Common Mistakes

Broward County BTR required
Beach tourism
All BTRs expire September 30
South FL metro
Florida has no state income tax and no general business license at the state level

Choose Your Business Type

RestaurantFood TruckBarber ShopRetail StoreCoffee ShopBar / NightclubGym / Fitness StudioNail SalonCannabis DispensaryDog GroomingBakeryCleaning ServiceDaycare CenterAuto Repair Shop

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