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C I T Y O F A R L I N GTO N – B U S I N E S S LO C AT I O N
CIT Y OF ARLINGTON – BUSINESS LOCATION
CITY OF
ARLINGTON
@SugarBeeSweets
Commercial Location: City of Arlington Licenses, Permits & Registration
The Planning and Development Services Department assists small business
owners throughout the permitting process and answers frequently asked
questions regarding certificates of occupancy, building permits, inspections
and more.
Frequently Asked Questions:
City of Arlington Planning and Development Services:
One Start Development Center
101 West Abram Street | Arlington, Texas 76010
817-459-6502
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1. What is the first thing I should do before I open
my business?
2. How do I know when I need a building permit?
3. How do I apply for a building permit?
4. How much will it cost to apply for a building permit?
5. How long will it take to get my building plans approved?
6. What happens when I receive my building permit?
7. Are there additional considerations to open/expand a
commercial business?
8. How do I schedule inspections?
9. How do I find a qualified Architect, Engineer,
or Contractor?
10. How do I apply for a Certificate of Occupancy?
11. What happens if I don’t get a permit?
12. What happens if I get stuck?
What Is The First Thing I Should Do Before
I Open My Business?
The first and most important step to consider before you
purchase property or sign a lease is to find out what types
of businesses are allowed at the property. Whether you are
thinking about opening a restaurant or buying a retail shop,
you’ll want to confirm that desired uses are allowed, there
are enough parking spaces, the building is suitable, along
with many other factors. The best thing to do is schedule a
free commercial consultation with the One Start Center, a
one-stop shop for all property-related services, to help verify
your zoning (establishes the types of land use permitted on
a specific tract of land) and ensure your property is platted
(establishes the lot, block, and subdivision names used in
real estate transactions).
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