Business License

The City of Athens follows the regulations of the State of Tennessee Business Tax Act when determining who needs a business license. Most all businesses require a license. If your business information changes, if your business closes, or if you have any questions regarding your license, please contact City of Athens Department of Finance at 423-744-2711.

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License Return Form License Return Form License Return Form License Return Form
Sub-Contractor Information Form

 

Steps to apply for a Business License:

1. Open Instructions for filling out Business License form
2. Fill out the Application for Business License
3. Print and Sign Form
4. Deliver form & $20.00 application fee to: or mail form with $20.00 application fee to:

City of Athens Municipal Building
Finance Department
815 N Jackson St.
Athens, TN 37303

City of Athens, TN
Department of Finance
PO Box 849
Athens, TN 37371-0849