The cost of a business license will vary by business category. Maximum per Business License is $300

 For detailed information please download Ordinance 2022-12

Yes, a Business Occupancy Inspection is required. This requirement does exclude most home-based businesses.

Occupancy inspections are also required if a business moves, changes names or ownership. 

Please contact City Hall to schedule your inspection, 479-521-7291 ext 1. 

Business Licenses are due no later than February 1st. Business owners do have the option to pay annually or semiannually. Semiannual payments are due February 1st and August 1st each calendar year.

All business licenses expire Dec 31st. 

Yes, businesses are required to re-apply every year, and must submit a new application.

Contact City Hall at 479-521-7291 or email mhorne@cityofjohnson.com to be removed from the City’s Business License list.

Yes, Alcohol Permits are required. Alcohol Permit fees are $150.00 in addition to Business License fees. All businesses are required to re-apply every year.

Yes, permits are required. The fee is $40.00 per application, in addition to a $5.00 charge for each solicitor’s name badge.  Please contact City Hall for an application. 

Residents may also contact City Hall to be added to the City "No Knock" list. Please call 479-521-7291 ext 1.