City of Joliet
(815) 724-4000
150 W. Jefferson St.,
Joliet, IL 60432
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Joliet Business Licenses
The City of Joliet licenses and regulates certain businesses that operate within the corporate limits under the regulations found in the City Code of Ordinances. The Office of the City Clerk – Business Services is responsible for receiving, processing, and issuing applications, licenses, and license renewals. Applications for licenses are reviewed by various city departments prior to issuance. In some cases a business may be required to have several licenses. Licenses must be approved prior to opening for business.
All Licenses are valid for one calendar year beginning January 1st of each year until December 31st. New businesses are required to obtain a license prior to opening anytime during the calendar year. The valid license must be visibly displayed at the location. All license fees are intended to cover the administrative costs associated with processing the application, and are non-refundable. Licenses are not transferable and are required for each location.
Prior to signing any lease it is strongly suggested that you contact the Community Development Department – Planning Division at (815) 724-4050 to determine if proper zoning exists on the site.
Applications Are Needed For / Further Info on Licenses
APPLICATIONS ARE NEEDED FOR:
Background Check for Liquor/Tobacco License for Tobacco Dealers
Coin Operated Vending Machines and Coin Operated Amusement and Gambling Devices Business Application for Coin Operated Amusement and Coin Operated Vending
General Business License Application for:
Auctioneers
Billiard Halls/Pool Halls
Brokers
Dry Cleaners
Food Service Establishments
Food Stores
Gasoline Stations
Hotel/Motel
Massage Salons
Nursing Homes
Paint Sales/ Application
Public Garages (Auto Repair)
Tattoo Artists / Tattoo Shops
Tobacco Dealers
Weapons Dealers
Wholesale Purveyors
Wholesale Purveyor of Meats
Junk Peddler License Application for Junk Peddlers
Mobile Ice Cream Truck or Push Cart Vendor Business License Application for Mobile Ice Cream Truck
Push Cart Vendors
Refuse Disposal Business License Application for Private Waste Collectors/Scavengers and Recycling Agents
Second Hand Dealer Application
Sidewalk Café Application for Dining establishment using public sidewalk for seasonal use
Taxi Cab Services Application for Chauffeurs, Express Package Delivery, Public Passenger Vehicles, and Taxi Cab Companies
Transient Vendor/Itinerant Merchants Business License Application for Transient Vendor and Itinerant Merchants
Warehouse Licensing for Warehouses
If you are an alarm contractor, please contact the Joliet Police Department – Communications Center at (815) 724-3305 for information.
If you are seeking a liquor license please contact the Liquor Commissioners Office at (815) 724-3710.
If you are a trade’s contractor please contact the Community Development Department – Inspection Division at (815) 724-4070 for information. They license the following: heating and cooling & electrical contractors.
County of Will
(815) 722-5515
302 N. Chicago St.,
Joliet, IL 60432
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County Quick Reference Help Guide
Landlord/Tenant Assistance
Rent/Mortgage/Utility Assistance
Legal Assistance
Homelessness & Shelter Assistance
Domestic Abuse or Violence Assistance
Mental Health / Crisis Counseling
Senior Assistance
Veteran Assistance
Non-Emergency Medical Care
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
(217) 522-5512
125 S. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60606
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20062-2000
Main Number: 202-659-6000
Customer Service: 1-800-638-6582
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Will County Center for Economic Development
The Will County Center for Economic Development (CED), a not-for-profit foundation, is a one-stop shop for information and assistance in locating or expanding a business in Will County.
(815) 723-1800
203 N. Ottawa Street,
Joliet IL 60432
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Entrepreneur & Business Center (EBC) at Joliet Junior College
The JJC EBC offers:
- One-on-one business advising
- No-cost resources
- Seminars, workshops, classes and events to assist with the start-up or expansion of your business
Joliet Junior College Entrepreneur & Business Center
(815) 280-6718
ebc@jjc.edu
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City Center Partnership
City Center Partnership
(815) 774-6067
203 N. Ottawa St.
Joliet, IL 60432
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Heritage Corridor CVB
The Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau was incorporated in 1984 to service the communities along the Illinois and Michigan Canal. The Bureau is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of leaders in the tourism industry from the four areas serviced by the Bureau.
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Will County Governmental League
(815) 254-7700
15905 S. Frederick Street, Suite 107
Plainfield, IL 60586
Will County Lodging Association
(630) 935-4603
2405 Essington Road, Suite B #208
Joliet, IL 60435
Will County Green - Business Recycling Program
(815) 727-8834
58 E. Clinton Street, Suite 100
Joliet, IL 60432
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Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone
(815) 740-4780
302 N. Chicago St.,
Joliet, IL 60432
The Illinois Small Business Resource Guide
The Illinois Dept. of Commerce & Economic Opportunity
https://dceo.illinois.gov/
Illinois Office of Regulatory Flexibility
https://dceo.illinois.gov/smallbizassistance/regulatoryalert.html
International Trade Dept.
(815) 727-6544, xt 1312
214 N. Ottawa St.,
Joliet, IL 60432
Joliet Region Port District
(815) 838-9297 ext.103
Joliet Township Office
(815) 726-4781
175 W. Jefferson St.
Joliet, IL 60432
Three Rivers Manufacturers' Association
(815) 744-3884
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Social Security Resources
Bids & Requests for Proposal
City of Joliet
Will County
Joliet Junior College
Detailed bidding information is posted to our website.
Vendors interested in registering with Joliet Junior College may click here to complete the process with our third-party e-procurement provider, ESM. A step-by-step supplier registration guide is posted to the college’s website for your reference. General supplier guides are also available on ESM’s website.
If you should have any questions during the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact ESM Solutions Customer Support (877) 969-7246 Option 3.
In addition, click below for a guide used to help the community understand the purchasing process for JJC and other institutions of Higher Education in Illinois.