Start a Business in Reno

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

✔ 4 permits⏱ 2-6 weeks💰 Varies + $200/yr NV state

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Overview

Starting a business in Reno requires a Business License through the Finance Department, Business License Division. Base fee: Varies + $200/yr NV state. Nevada requires a state business license ($200/year) in addition to local licenses. No state income tax.

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

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

Costs

Estimated total: Varies + $200/yr NV state depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Finance Department, Business License Division

Phone: 775-334-2090

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Common Mistakes

⚠ Nevada state business license ($200/year) required

⚠ Washoe County — NOT Clark County (different from Vegas)

⚠ Washoe County health district for food permits

⚠ No state income tax

⚠ Growing tech hub — 'The Biggest Little City'

Choose Your Business Type

Restaurant Food Truck Barber Shop Retail Store Coffee Shop Bar / Nightclub Gym / Fitness Studio Nail Salon Cannabis Dispensary Dog Grooming Bakery Cleaning Service Daycare Center Auto Repair Shop

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