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License and Inspection - Business

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1. On the urgent reminders where it states, practitioners of professions, as described in O.C.G.A. 48-13-9 (c) 1-18, have payment options. Does this apply to me?

You have the option of being billed on gross revenue or paying a flat fee of $400 if this applies to you.

This applies to you only if your business is classified as the following:

• Lawyer


• Physicians licensed under chapter 34 of Title 43


• Osteopaths licensed under chapter 34 of Title 43


• Chiropractors


• Podiatrists


• Dentists


• Optometrists


• Psychologists


• Veterinarians


• Landscape architects


• Land surveyors


• Practitioners of physiotherapy


• Public accountants


• Embalmers


• Funeral directors


• Civil, mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical engineers


• Architects


• Marriage and family therapists, social workers, and professional counselors

All other business pay based on your gross revenue for the period of October 1st of previous year to September 30th of current year

2. How do I request an inspection online?

In order to submit a inspection request online you will need to access the inspection status application. You may access this application at anytime by using the drop down menu at the top of the page.

To access this, look for eGov Services drop down box, below the search box, at the top of every page. Then select Inspection Status and click go. Once in the application click on the Submit an Inspection request link and input your request from there. You may also access the application by clicking on the Inspection Status link in the License and Inspection menu.


You will need your Business License number to be verified for each inspection request. Fill out each requested line. To enter the type of inspection, click on the down arrow and choose the inspection you are in need of. Enter any comments if any and click submit. You will then receive a message that states: Your E-mail has been sent successfully – Thank You.

3. How do I check the status of an inspection online?

In order to check the status of an inspection request online you will need to access the inspection status application. You may access this application at anytime by using the drop down menu at the top of the page. To access this, look for eGov Services drop down box, below the search box, at the top of every page. Then select Inspection Status and click go. You may also access the application by clicking on the Inspection Status link in the License and Inspection menu.

Enter your permit number where indicated and click submit. All inspections that have been entered and performed will be present. It will show your permit numbers, the type of inspection performed, address of the job, the inspector, the date it was inspected, results – passed or failed and any notes or comments. At the top of all that information you will find the Total Records found. That will be the total amount of inspections that have been performed. Any voided inspections shown should not be counted as a total for inspections.

You can print a copy, if desired for your records. You will not be able to make any changes to this page. It’s for view only.

If another inspection is needed go back to the top of the page and click on the underlined: Submit an Inspection Request and proceed to enter another inspection.

4. How much will my license cost?

The cost of the license is determined by estimated gross Revenue, you should have this information ready when submitting the application.

5. If I am adding on to my business, do I need a separate license?

Not in all cases, if you are not keeping separate books for the additional type of business added, you do not have to get a separate license, however; if the gross for the additional business added is kept separately; then an additional license is required.

6. When do I need to have Health Department approval?

This is needed when you are serving or preparing food for the general public.

Pre-packaged items do not require Health Department approval.

7. How long will it take to get my business license.

There is a two to three day waiting period to receive your license after the application has been submitted.

8. How much are alcohol fees?

To access alcohol fees & definitions of alcohol codes please click here...

9. If I want to close my business what is the procedure?

You may close your business through the use of several forms. (1)The renewal form – mailed in September of each year and due by October 31st of each year. (2) The license bill – mailed in December of each year and due by January 31st. Each form has a place that allows you to indicate if you wish to renew your business.

You may also down load the Close Account form from our website and send it in either by regular mail, e-mail, or fax.

To cover both you and our staff member, all forms must be signed by the owner listed on the application in order to close your business.

10. What is the SAVE form and why am I completing it?

The SAVE program is used to verify the legal status of non-U.S. citizens who apply through the county for a federal, state, or local public benefit. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 50-36-1, Augusta, GA is required to obtain this affidavit from any person who receives a public benefit from Augusta, GA. A public benefit is a business license, alcohol license, taxicab license, etc. All counties in Georgia must participate in the SAVE (Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements) program.

11. What is the E-verify and why am I completing it?

E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees. State law requires that every public employer and every private employer that contracts for the physical performance of services with a county must be registered with and use the E-Verify program starting January 1, 2012 for private employers with more than 500 employees. Private employers with more than 100 employees must register by July 1, 2012 and employers with more than 10 employees must register by January 1, 2013. This program is free and it is the best means available for determining employment eligibility and citizenship of new hires.

12. Can I fax in my SAVE and E-Verify information?

Yes, but they must be accompanied by a secure and verifiable document; and the notarized originals with a copy of the secure and verifiable document must be mailed or hand delivered to 1815 Marvin Griffin Road within 3-5 days of the electronic submittal. If this information is not received you will be at risk of having your license revoked for non-compliance. Fax your forms to 706-312-5037.

13. Can I E-mail my SAVE and E-Verify information?

Yes, but they must be accompanied by a secure and verifiable document; and the notarized originals with a copy of the secure and verifiable document must be mailed or hand delivered to 1815 Marvin Griffin Road within 3-5 days of the electronic submittal. If this information is not received you will be at risk of having your license revoked for non-compliance. E-mail your forms to [email protected].

14. Is there a preferred method for submitting documents?

Yes, e-mailing it to [email protected] will expedite the process as long as the original documents are submitted within 3-5 days.

15. What is considered a “secure and verifiable document”?

Click to view document.

16. How do I get a Federal Work Authorization User Identification Number?

This number is only required if you have 11 or more employees and can be obtained by calling 1-888-464-4218.

17. Am I required to submit the SAVE form every year?

If anyone is seeking a public benefit from a county where they have previously submitted a SAVE affidavit and a secure and verifiable document and they are a US citizen, then they are not required to resubmit these documents. With businesses, this would be the case until the ownership changed. If they are not a US citizen, they will have to resubmit both each year.

18. Am I required to submit the E-Verify form every year?

In terms of E-Verify Private Employer Affidavit, which is required by businesses seeking an occupation tax certificate, business license or any other document required to operate a business, it is now only required that the business provides the E-Verify Affidavit/Exemption Affidavit once. For all subsequent renewals, they just have to provide their E-Verify number or statement of exemption. The only time a new affidavit will have to be provided is 1) if the business changes their E-Verify number of 2) an exempt business hires more than 10 employees.

19. Can I pay for my license renewal online?

Yes. Go to http://cityview.augusta.gov/ (Augusta CityView Portal) to Register or verify your profile information. You must have a valid Business License # (Example: LCB20110001234)-Must be 14-digits) populated to be associated with our business, allowing you to see and/or pay fees on line.

For your convenience, all Business License fees, except Excise Tax may now be paid on-line by a Registered user. After registering, Sign In on the “Augusta CityView Portal”, then choose My Items. Click the business license # link. If there is an outstanding fee balance, click the Pay Fee link and follow the prompts to make a secure payment. For question or assistance, please call (706) 312-5053.
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