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One Stop Business

One Stop BusinessTo apply for business/occupational licenses for commercial or home-based businesses, visit the One-Stop Business Center in person at 1340 Poydras Street, 9th floor in New Orleans. The center has a comprehensive reference library as well as business counselors to assist you in the process. Fees are applicable and the following documentation is required:

Home Based Applications (allow 2 days to 2 weeks for processing):

  • $150.00 (check only) with application, $50 upon approval

  • Valid Driver's License

  • Certificate of Incorporation

  • Other permits/documentation as required by business type

  • Commercial Application (allow 1 to 3 weeks for processing):

  • No fee upfront, $50 upon approval

  • Valid Driver's License

  • Certificate of Incorporation

  • Other permits/documentation as required by business type

Online applications may be made by visiting: www.cityofno.com and then select online services. Payments are not selected online, but can be mailed. Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 :00 p.m.

For more information regarding your business needs, contact:

Business Retention and Attractions
James B. Higgins, Director
(504) 636-0336 Fax: (504)636-0362

Business Permitting
Ernest Gethers, Manager
(504) 636-0336 Fax: (504)636-0262

Rivergate Development Corp.
Cynthia Connick, Director
(504) 565-6868 Fax: (504) 565-6869

Tourism and Art
Joann Abbott Thaxton
Director, (504) 565-8104 Fax: (504) 565-8108

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