If you own or operate a business in Palos Park, you may be required to apply for a business license. Village ordinance requires certain types of Palos Park businesses to purchase a license and prominently display it in the business. This list includes, but is not limited to:
Coin operated amusement devices
Filling (service) stations
Grocery stores
Restaurants
Specialty stores
If you have questions about whether your business is required to obtain a license or how much a particular license costs, please contact the Building Department at 708-671-3730.
License Expiration
Palos Park licenses expire annually on December 31. Renewal application forms are mailed out to current license holders in mid to late October.
Inspection Requirement for Business License
The Village’s Building Department will be performing annual inspections as a part of the Business License application process; the Village is authorized to conduct such inspections by Section 804.08 of the Village Code.
An inspection needs to be completed prior to the issuance of a business license. Please contact Kathleen Fitzgibbons at 708-671-3730 to schedule an inspection. No license will be issued until said inspection is complete and approved by the Building Department.
