Business License

Colona Businesses

  • Every business operating in the City of Colona, even Home-Based ones, must have and maintain a current City Business License.
  • Home-based businesses are asked to fill out this Questionnaire when turning in their paperwork.
  • Complete the Business License Application and submit it to City Hall along with your Certificate of Insurance and all other necessary paperwork.
  • The application will then be taken to the next City Council meeting for approval.
  • Once approved, the initial license fee is $50. This can be Paid Online or in person at City Hall.
  • Annual registration is required after a City Business License has been issued.  There is NO fee for annual registration if renewal takes place before February 1 of the following year.

 

Vendor Merchant

  • If the nature of the business is retail sales from a mobile unit; and
  • the intent is to remain in the city for less than one year;
  • a vendor merchant license is required.
  • Contact City Hall for fees and other requirements: 309-792-0571 or email City Hall.

 

Peddlers/Solicitors

  • Sale or solicitation of sales done from house to house requires a special license which is issued at City Hall.
  • There is a fee of $20 per organization per day for a Solicitor's Permit.
  • Contact City Hall for more information and other requirements: 309-792-0571 or email City Hall.

 

Video Gaming License

  • The City of Colona has seven Video Gaming License establishments. 
  • All establishments must have a current business and liquor license.
  • There is a $250 fee for each gaming machine in the establishment. 
  • Currently all Video Gaming Licenses are spoken for. 
  • Contact City Hall for more information and other requirements: 309-792-0571 or email City Hall

 

Business License
Mobile Vendor License