Looking to start a business? Managing a bar? Hosting an arts and crafts fair? Are you a pawnbroker in Centennial? If so, you might need a business license or permit. Choose a category below to learn more.
Business Registration and Sales Tax Licensing
The City of Centennial requires all active businesses in the City of Centennial to obtain either a Retail Sales Tax License OR a Business Registration/License, depending on the nature of the business. Learn more and apply for a Sales Tax License or Business Registration here.
Home-Based Businesses
If you are interested in operating a home-based business, please read our guidelines about Home-Based Businesses here.
Licensing for Specialized Businesses
Liquor Licensing
Learn about the Liquor Licensing process and access required forms.
Pawnbroker Licensing
Learn about the Pawnbroker Licensing process and access required forms.
Mobile Food Vendor Permit for Centennial Center Park
All mobile food vendors must meet certain requirements and obtain a Mobile Food Vendor Permit with the City prior to making food sales at Centennial Center Park.
View the Mobile Food Vendor Application(PDF, 233KB).
Special Sales Event License
The City requires a License for Special Sales Events taking place in the City. A Special Sales Event is an occasion in which three or more vendors gather in one location and sell items for a limited period of time, not to exceed seven consecutive days.
Learn more about Special Sales Events here.
View the Special Sales Event Application(PDF, 318KB).
Note: If a Special Sales Event serves alcohol, a Special Event Permit is required.
Temporary Signage
Banners, site signs and other permitted temporary sign displays may be allowed only as temporary signs and only upon approval of a Temporary Sign Permit.
Learn more about Temporary Signs here.
Visit the Apply for a Sign Permit page to learn about Centennial's permitting process.