Business

Granville is a nurturing ground for business and entrepreneurship. This section provides guidance for local and prospective business owners on community involvement and starting a business in Granville, Providing Resources such as Applications, Directories, and local tax information. we support the economic development and cultural richness of our town.

Your business is a big asset to Granville. The wide variety of businesses that call Granville home help draw people here, which helps our town prosper. If you are looking for a way for you and your business to become an integral part of the community, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved!

We encourage our business owners to attend meetings such as our Loss Prevention meetings as a great way to meet fellow business owners, discuss any difficulties, and brainstorm solutions with town leaders.

Granville is a great place for your business to grow! With copious residents who love to support the community, plus being a destination for neighboring towns, Granville has become a hotspot for business growth. The first step to opening up shop in Granville is getting your business license.

Business and Occupational Tax is a business’ gross receipts tax levied by the Town of Granville for the Privilege of doing business. For purposes of the B&O tax, business is defined as all businesses, trades, occupations and professions which offer any kind of service within Town of Granville corporate limits.

Business and Occupation taxes fall into categories based on the type of work performed or goods sold. To receive further information on a particular tax rate or for additional questions, please contact the finance office at 304-599-5080.

Any business providing goods or services in the Town of Granville, must also apply for a business or contractors license.