Follow the Checklist The "How to Start" checklist walks you through the process of starting a business here in Arlington, Virginia.
Meet With An Advisor Our English and Spanish-speaking business advisors are here to help you through the process.
Take Advantage of Our Small Business Programs These programs were developed to help you launch and grow your business.
Not Sure Where To Begin? Meet with BizLaunch. BizLaunch is the team that helps entrepreneurs start and grow their business in Arlington, Virginia.
Acerca de BizLaunch BizLaunch en Español es el equipo de habla hispana que está aquí para ayudarle a iniciar su negocio en Arlington.
[Video] Overview of Requirements This video walks you through the tax and licensing requirements for a new business in Arlington, VA.
Business Licenses Anyone who runs or is looking to open a business in Arlington, needs to have a business license. Learn how to get yours.
Use Permits There are multiple types of special exception use permits, depending on the use type, service/establishment, zoning district and other factors.
Food Establishments Requirements for new food establishments or whenever there is a change of ownership.
Hotel & Motel Establishments Requirements for new establishments or whenever there is a change of ownership.
Mobile Food Unit & Vendor Health Licenses Learn everything you need to know about operating a mobile food truck in Arlington, VA.
Swimming Pools Requirements for new water recreation facilities or whenever there is a change of ownership.
Operating a Home Business Accessory uses conducted in or from a residential dwelling or its accessory building by persons whose principal residence is on the premises.
Opening a Child Care Center Are you interested in opening a Child Care facility? Learn everything you need to know about opening a Child Care Center in Arlington, VA.
Building Permits Building permits are required to protect the health, safety and welfare of residents.
Certificate of Occupancy (CO) Ensures that a building or a proposed use of a building/land complies with all regulations and laws. Occupancy cannot occur before issuance.
Inspections During the construction process, various inspections must be scheduled to ensure the safety and proper progress of the project.
Development & Site Plans Significant private and public-private projects limited to specific parcels of land and subject to the site plan review process.
County Code Wide variety of regulations enacted by the County Board, including Building Code, Trash, Recycling, Utilities, and more.
Code Enforcement Enforces multiple codes and ordinances to preserve the quality and value of property in Arlington.
Signs A sign permit is required before any sign or advertising is erected, displayed, replaced, refaced, or its dimensions altered.
Zoning Ordinance The Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Boundaries Map regulate the use and development of all land located within the County.
Business Tax Due Dates Business taxes are handled by the Commissioner of Revenue. Review the various business taxes that might apply to your business.
Business Taxes Business taxes are handled by the Commissioner of Revenue. Review the various business taxes that might apply to your business.
Get Help Hiring in Arlington The Arlington Employment Center can assist with recruiting and screening applicants, and connect your business to valuable resources to attract and retain your talent.
Find a Coworking Space in Arlington Arlington’s coworking spaces are the perfect place to launch, innovate and grow. Use our directory to find the space that's right for you.
License & Tax Help The Commissioner of Revenue’s Office (COR) is your best resource for business license and business tax questions. For help, call 703-228-3033 or schedule an appointment with the Business Tax Division.
Codes, Permits & Construction Help If you have building code, permits, zoning, inspection or environmental services questions, the Permit Arlington Center is your best resource.
Process & Procedure Help If you are having a problem with a County business process, please contact Constituent Services. The Business Ombuds position was specifically created to represent your needs and interests.
World-Class Amenities Arlington offers great dining and nightlife, unique neighborhoods, excellent schools and a quality of life that's second to none.
Ideal location Whether you want easy access to the nation’s capital or countries around the world, Arlington, Virginia offers a fantastic location.
Highly-Educated Workforce Arlington’s skilled, specialized and highly-educated workforce gives your company a competitive advantage.
Supportive Business Climate We have a stable government, solid Triple-AAA bond rating and a statewide corporate income tax rate lower than the national median.
Incentives & Services Learn about the support and services our Business Investment Group provides as well as the incentives the state and county offer.
Solid Infrastructure With our transit system, urban planning and investment in broadband, Arlington has the infrastructure today's businesses need.
Meet with BIG The Business Investment Group (BIG) works with companies interested in starting, expanding or relocating their business to Arlington, VA.
Visit the AED Website Arlington Economic Development (AED) is the department within the County that works to attract and retain businesses to Arlington.
Have A Plan The best way to be prepared is to have a plan. Learn about the different plans you need to have in place and what should be included in each.
Train Your Staff Emergency training ensures that everyone on your team knows what to do in an emergency and can react swiftly.
Report A Problem See something that doesn't look right? In non-emergency situations, use this tool to submit issues or concerns to the County.
Additional Emergency Resources Additional resources like incident and resource management, hazard prevention, and more.