Are you thinking of starting a business in Virginia and need more information?
The links below are listing of numerous topics that you may want to consider before starting your business.

Start-up Basics
There are many things to consider before starting your business.

Establishing or Registering Your Business
Complete the process to properly establish your business with local, state and federal authorities.

Licenses and Permits
Learn about various legal requirements by agency and by business type/activity.

Taxes
A quick overview of tax requirements based on your business type and activity, certain taxes must be paid.

Environment Permitting
From the Virginia Department of Environment Quality.

Boiler and Vessel Safety
The Boiler Safety Compliance Program, in the Department of Labor and Industry, is responsible for inspecting and certifying the construction, installation, operation, maintenance, repair and alteration of all boilers and pressure vessels in the Commonwealth. Examples of pressure vessels are air compressor tanks, water heaters, and hydro-pneumatic tanks.

Building Code, Construction, Occupancy and Zoning
Uniform Statewide Building Code, State Building Official, & State Fire Marshall.

Local Building Official, Local Zoning and Planning
Listing by Counties.

Bulletin Board Poster Requirements
For State Posters and Federal Posters.

Business Resources
Business Resource links.

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