Tuesday August 4th, 2020, the Town Hall is physically closed. We are operating virtually-please call 804-435-1552 and select the EXT you need and your call will be answered. Thank you and stay safe! To report power loss go to www.dominionenergy.com or by call 1-866-DOM-HELP (1-866-366-4357). Town Hall has reopened from 9:00am – 5:00pm. All citizens will be required to wear a face covering inside government buildings as mandated by the Governor’s Executive Order 63 and social distancing must be maintained. We will have masks available.

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Businesses

Make Kilmarnock Your Business’s Home

Kilmarnock has traditionally been the commercial center of the lower Northern Neck and starting a business in Kilmarnock requires only a few steps. Building permits and land disturbing permits are issued at the county level. A Kilmarnock zoning permit must be issued prior to receiving a building permit or applying for a business license.Your business will be featured in our directory as well.

Business licenses are required within the Kilmarnock town limits. Whether you are based in Kilmarnock or are a contractor doing work within our town limits.

The Business, Professional and Occupational License Tax is due on May 1 of each year. The tax is based on the gross receipts for the preceding year from any business, profession or trade and includes fees, commissions, brokerage charges, discounts, sales and services. A penalty of 10 % will become due after May 1 for failure to pay the license tax. Beginning July 1 of each year, 8% interest will be added monthly for delinquent license taxes.

For Meals and Lodging Tax forms, click here.

Business License Tax Rates

Business License Application

Contractors Business License

Contractors Business License (out of area)

Sign Permit

Zoning Permit

How to Get Started

Here are the simple steps in order to open a business in Kilmarnock:

  • 1. Apply for a Kilmarnock zoning permit.
  • 2. Apply for a Kilmarnock Business license-an approved zoning permit is required for this step but may be done simultaneously.
  • 3. Apply for a utilities account for your location (if applicable).
  • 4. Apply for a sign permit (if applicable).
  • 5. Upon receipt and paid fees for the above, contact Lancaster or Northumberland County’s Building Office for the following permits: Building, Electrical. Plumbing, HVAC, Land Disturbance, Demolition
Contact us with any questions and concerns regarding this department.

Staff

Marshall A Sebra •Planning/Zoning Director
804-435-1552 ext.2
msebra@kilmarnockva.com