Guide to Starting a Business

Link to a Guide to Starting a Business, which covers permitting and regulatory information for new and expanding businesses in Texas.

Resources

  • 4 Steps to Starting a Business

    This handbook serves as a reference guide for new and expanding businesses in Texas by providing permitting and regulatory information.

  • Guide to Starting a Business in Texas

    Establish a business in Texas by completing this simple, step-by-step guide. Choose a business structure, obtain an EIN, set up your tax information, prepare for employer issues, and learn about your permitting/regulatory responsibilities in one, comprehensive program.

  • Online Business Application Process

    The State of Texas has made it easier to open a restaurant, convenience, and retail store. The web-based application provides information to citizens about licenses, permits, and registrations that are required by state agencies to operate a business in Texas. Before using this new online process it is highly suggested individuals review the "Guide to Starting a Business in Texas", available through the link above.