Business

Permits, Economic Development, Programs

Available Property


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Are you seeking to open a business or purchase/lease commercial property in St. Charles? A comprehensive and interactive database of available sites is available and updated daily.  Potential locations can be searched for by address, square footage, and use type.  

To list your property, please download and complete the Available Sites Database form, and submit it back to us; there is no cost to you.  

The Economic Development Department is available for any assistance you may need and looks forward to the opportunity to work with you on locating your business in St. Charles.  For questions, please contact the department at 630-443-4093 or by email at econdev@stcharlesil.gov.

Business Licenses - What are the requirements for a business license?


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General Information

The City of St. Charles does not require general business licenses. Licenses are required for:

  • Carnival License
  • Cigarette License
  • Coin-op Amusement License
  • Liquor Application - First Time
  • Liquor Application - Renewal
  • Liquor Application - 1-Day Not-for-profit
  • Liquor Application - 1-Day Special Civic Event
  • Loudspeaker License
  • Scavenger License Application
  • Towing License Application

 All licensing is handled in the Mayor's office. The Mayor is also the City Liquor Commissioner.

The types of businesses required to obtain a business license are outlined in Title 5 - Business Licenses and Regulations

"A person is required to obtain a license and is subject to subsequent fees whenever a license is required for the maintenance, operation or conduct of any business or establishment, or for doing business or engaging in any activity or occupation, actively or passively; or performs or attempts to perform any part of such business or occupation in the city."

Where can a find a list of existing businesses?


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This information can be found on our Economic Development web page.You can use this page to search through our business database, or browse using the links below. If you don't see your business listed here or would like to have a link to your web site contact the Economic Development Department at (630) 443-4093.

PLEASE NOTE- This data is compiled and verified regularly, although it is subject to change at the owner's discretion. The City gives no guarantee or certification as to the accuracy of the information provided.

List/update your business information on this site