Licensing

Licensing is a function of the Community Development Department. Community Development receives and processes applications for Home Occupation Certificates, Professional Licenses, Beer and Wine Licenses, Safety Inspection Certificates, and Non-resident Business Licenses. The staff reviews and issues the Certificates/Licenses to all businesses, offices and professional offices. The Safety Inspection Certificate fees were established to recover the costs of providing special services (fire and building inspections) to every business within the City and to provide Home Occupations with a permitting process. These services ensure that business locations are safe for customers, neighbors, and employees.

Business Licenses

The City of Great Falls does not issue Business Licenses to businesses located within the City limits. Businesses from outside the city limits do need a Non-Resident Business License to conduct business within Great Falls.

Telecommunication Towers

Telecommunication Towers must obtain a Non-Resident Business License and building permit. Contact Kim McCleary at 406-455-8405 for information.

Safety Inspection Certificates

Annually each business premise or multi-family residential premise is inspected by the Fire Department to make sure the property is safe for both the employees and customers. To cover the cost of this safety service each business premise needs a Safety Inspection Certificate. The fee for this Certificate depends on the square footage of the business. Contact Carol Hollern, Technician, Department of Community Development, 455-8414.

Home Occupation Certificate

The City of Great Falls allows many people to conduct business out of their home for a nominal fee, as long as their neighbors agree and certain requirements are met. Contact Carol Hollern, Technician, at 455-8414, with any questions.

For more information contact the Licensing Clerk:
(406) 455-8414