Find Your Application
Most businesses can either apply online or by using the Privileged or Non-Privileged business license application packets. Door-to-Door Solicitors/Peddlers and Non-Profit Organizations have their own application packets.
Privileged Business Licenses
Privileged business licenses issued by the City of Henderson must go before Henderson City Council for approval. All businesses applying for a Privileged City of Henderson Business License must complete all required documentation, background checks and pay applicable fees prior to being placed on agenda with Henderson City Council.
Types of Privileged Business Activities
- Alarm Systems
- Alcohol/Liquor (Including Beer/Wine)
- Astrologer
- Auctioneer
- Gaming/Gambling
- Hypnotist
- Locksmith / Safe Mechanic
- Massage Establishment
- Mobile Food Vendor / Ice Cream Truck
- Pawnbroker
- Product Sales - Used (Secondhand Dealers; buying or selling used goods, excluding trade-ins)
- Psychic Arts Practitioner
- Reflexology Establishment
- Sexually Oriented Business
- Teenage Dancehalls and Nightclubs
Non-Privileged Business Licenses
Non-Privileged business licenses issued by City of Henderson do not require background checks and are generally approved once all documentation, fees and inspections have been performed.
Some Types of Non-Privileged Business Activities
- Bookkeeping
- Check Cashing
- Contractor
- Cosmetology
- Counseling
- Interior Design
- Massage (Therapist)
- Product Sales (New)
- Reflexology (Therapist)
- Tobacco Paraphernalia
- Tobacco Sales
Apply Online
Customers can now apply online for both Privileged and Non-Privileged license types. Application packets can be accessed below, but are not required for those who can apply online.
Apply for both Privileged and Non-Privileged Business License Online
Packets
Privileged Business License Application Packet
Non-Privileged Business License Application Packet
Contractor Application Packet
Other Application Forms/Packets