Aurora requires a home occupation license and general business/sales tax license for any business operated from a residence. Application is through the Tax and Licensing Division.
Any person operating a business from a residence in Aurora must obtain a home occupation license before starting operations, per Aurora City Code Chapter 130 and UDO Section 146-4.7.4. The application is filed with the Tax and Licensing Division and includes the business name, description, square footage to be used, hours, employees, anticipated client visits, and any signage (which is generally prohibited). The application is reviewed by Planning for zoning compliance. Fees are modest, typically $30 to $75 annually. Businesses that sell tangible personal property or taxable services must also obtain an Aurora sales and use tax license. Contractor trades must additionally register a contractor license with Building Division. Home occupations are not allowed to have more than one non-resident employee on site. The license must be renewed annually and is non-transferable. Operating without a license can result in a zoning violation and municipal court fines.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Aurora code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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