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The City of Marion is active in business recruitment and retention offering a wide range of assistance and programs to help strengthen the local economy. The Marion Economic Development Office is operated by the Marion Business Association, which coordinates activities with various economic development partners at the local, regional, and state levels. From business incentives to site and location planning, the Marion Economic Development Office provides direct assistance for those looking to do business in Marion.
For More Information Please Contact:
Freddie Killough, Executive Director
Marion Economic Development Office/Marion Business Association
Mailing Address PO Drawer 700, Marion, NC 28752
Physical Address: 58 Depot Street, Marion, NC
(828) 652-2215
info@hometownmarion.com
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Starting A Business in Marion
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Requirements & Contact Information |
To conduct business in the City of Marion you must first have a City issued privilege license and zoning compliance approval. A privilege license is issued by the City Tax Collector after receiving zoning compliance approval from the Zoning Administrator. A business wishing to locate in a permitted zoning district without the need for development approval can obtain the necessary compliance permit and license in one 30-minute visit to City Hall. For businesses requiring City Council or Planning Board approval or requiring a building permit the process may take between may take longer. Whether opening a large manufacturing facility or a downtown retail shop, the City is ready to help you through the process.
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Building Permits, Sign Permits, and Zoning Compliance |
Walk-through application and permitting service for all permitted uses within the City of Marion is available in the Planning & Development Department at City Hall Monday through Friday 8:00am to 9:00am and 1:00pm to 2:00pm. For more information and to download required applications click here.
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Fire Prevention Inspections |
The City of Marion Fire Inspector will conduct a fire inspection prior to opening a new business. This service is free of charge and can be scheduled prior to opening by calling the Marion Fire Department at (828) 652-5201.
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Privilege License & Commercial Waste Services |
The City Tax Collector is available at City Hall Monday through Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm to issue a privilege license to operate a business and setup commercial waste service. Cost for license and collection services varies based on type of business. For more information and to download required applications click here for privilege licenses and click here for sanitation services.
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Water & Sewer Hookup & Payment |
The City Utility Services Department is available at City Hall Monday through Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm to establish new water and sewer service accounts. Any business requiring the installation of a new tap may download an application from our website, but the City recommends contacting the Public Works Director prior to submitting the application to the Utility Services Department. For more information regarding utility services and to download an application please click here.
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Other Helpful Links |
Federal Tax ID Number: To obtain a Federal Tax ID Number visit www.irs.gov click on “Online EIN application”
North Carolina Tax ID Number: To obtain a North Carolina Tax ID Number visit www.dornc.com. Complete form NC-BR for sales and use and income withholding.
Business Name Registration: To register a business name contact the McDowell County Register of Deeds at (828) 652-4727
McDowell County License & Tax Listing Requirements: For information on McDowell County license requirements and tax listing business property contact McDowell County Tax Collector at (828) 652-7121.
Health Department Inspections: Certain types of businesses require a health department inspection. For more Information please contact the McDowell County Health Department at (828) 652-2921.
North Carolina Department of Commerce Business Servicenter: The Business ServiCenter offers the business community a centralized information source for business start-up information, existing industry resources and state business regulations. www.nccommerce.com/servicenter or (800) 228-8443.
For more information and business resources visit links under the business tab on our website. |
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