BUSINESS
Business Licensing
Find information and contacts related to starting or operating a business in the Town of Wytheville. Requirements vary by business type — the resources below can help you identify the right next step.
Local Town offices
Depending on your business, you may need to work with one or more Town departments for zoning approval, building permits, utility service, or tax matters. Applications for many permits are submitted through the Town's OpenGov / Viewpoint Cloud portal.
- Planning & Zoning — zoning verification, land use, and Planning Commission matters
- Building Department — building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits
- Treasurer — Town taxes, utility billing, and payments
- Permits & Applications — apply and track permits online
State of Virginia resources
Most Virginia businesses must also register with one or more state agencies. The links below go to the official state resources.
- Virginia State Corporation Commission (opens in new tab) — register a business entity in Virginia
- Virginia Department of Taxation — Register a Business (opens in new tab) — register for state taxes
- Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (opens in new tab) — occupational and professional licensing
Local business support
- Wytheville-Wythe-Bland Chamber of Commerce (opens in new tab) — networking, advocacy, and small-business resources
- Downtown Wytheville (opens in new tab) — resources for downtown businesses
- Joint Industrial Development Authority (opens in new tab) — industrial and economic development