Business & Licenses

Doing Business with the City

A thorough resource for vendors and suppliers who do business with The City or sell products to The City. View bids, contracts, register as a vendor and more.

Business Licensing

The documentation you need to open and run a business in The City of Miami.

Guide to Opening a Business in The City of Miami

Review our step-by-step guide to starting a business in The City.

Start a Business (eStart)

A comprehensive digital source for starting and running a business in the City of Miami.

Budgets and Finances

Learn about the various budgets and financial allocations of The City of Miami government.

Get an Occupant Load Certificate

Do you own a place of assembly (restaurant, bar, club, etc.) that will host 50 people or more? You need an Occupant/Occupancy Load Certificate. The City of Miami requires this certificate for locations/areas that are classified as an "assembly" that host 50 or more people in one room. You will not pass inspection and/or may be cited for operating without this certificate.

Small Business Clinic

Are you looking to open or expand a business in the City of Miami? Facing challenges with permits or licensing? The City of Miami Small Business Clinic offers FREE assistance to residents and businesses. This service is referral-based through the City of Miami Commissioner's Office and Business Clinics.

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