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In Dunwoody, the $125 base fee is usually just the start; the city reviews your filing and invoices the rest. Renewals are due April 15.
The base fee is just the start
Dunwoody is a DeKalb County city, and its license covers work based inside city limits. Dunwoody requires a current occupational tax certificate to operate in the city, with a separate one for each branch or location. Independent contractors need one before starting work, and so do owners of rental property. Every business needs zoning approval, and regulated businesses need extra approvals.
New applications and renewals go through the city's online portal. You pay the $125 base fee to submit, and the city says that in most cases it isn't the final amount; any added fees are invoiced after review. Late items carry a late fee, a one-time 10% penalty and 1% interest every 30 days. Notaries are available at City Hall.
Renewal season opens January 2 and forms and payments are due April 15. Home businesses fill out a Home Occupation Form, and those with customer contact, like tutors, add a Type B supplement. The city allows home businesses that don't create traffic or noise, don't have customers at the home and have no signs.
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Dunwoody occupational tax
From the City of Dunwoody's business license pages.
- Occupational tax certificate
- One per location; zoning approval for all; $125 base fee with any balance invoiced after review. City of Dunwoody · City of Dunwoody
- Renewals
- Season opens January 2; due April 15; 10% penalty and 1% per 30 days if late. City of Dunwoody
Dunwoody FAQs
Is $125 the full Dunwoody license fee?
Usually not. The city invoices any added fees after review.
When are renewals due?
April 15. Renewal season opens January 2.
Do independent contractors need a certificate?
Yes, before starting work.
Can I run a business from home?
Yes, if it doesn't create traffic or noise, bring customers to the home or use signs.
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