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Q. What is a Business Tax Receipt
(BTR)? (Formerly known as an Occupational License.)
A. A BTR is a tax for the privilege of engaging in or managing a
business, profession, or occupation within the city limits. (The Florida
Legislature recently enacted legislation which amended references to
Occupational License. Effective January 1st, 2007, the term
“Occupational License was amended to read “Business Tax Receipt” and the
term “Occupational License Fee” was amended to read “Business Tax
Receipt.”)
Q. Do I need a
City Business Tax Receipt if I have a Broward County Tax Receipt?
A. Yes. If your business is located inside the City of Pompano Beach
city limits, a City issued BTR is required.
Q. Which tax
receipt do I obtain first?
A. Applicants should first obtain a BTR from the City of Pompano Beach
prior to obtaining a Broward County Tax Receipt
Q. What documents do I need to bring with me when applying for a BTR?
A. If you have a corporation, a copy of your certificate of
incorporation, or a printed copy from
Sun Biz is required. If
you are using a fictitious name, a copy of your fictitious name
registration with the Florida Department of State is required. If you
are a contractor, a copy of your Broward County Certificate of
Competency or State Certification is required. If you hold a State or
County license of any type, a copy is required. If you are an auto
repair shop of any type, a copy of your registration with the Department
of Agriculture is required. If you are opening a restaurant or planning
to sell food, please contact
Department of Business and
Professional Relations (DBPR).
Please contact the BTR Division at 954.786.4668 or 954.786.4633 to
verify if any other documents are required.
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