Permits & Licenses
Do you know what licenses you need?
Welcome to the One-Stop Shop’s Business Licensing Center, where most City business licenses are issued. Our goal is to streamline the licensing process and make it as convenient as possible for you.
Disclaimer: Don’t forget to obtain your City of El Paso Business License. Operating without the proper licensing may result in penalties. Visit The One Stop Shop for more information and application details.
One-Stop Shop
The One Stop Shop is the primary intake point for land development, building permits, and most business licenses. It also serves as a primary payment location for all building and over-the-counter construction permits and most other City applications and licenses.
Food Licensing
The Department of Public Health enforces compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing all types of food establishments through active inspection, surveillance, enforcement, licensing, and monitoring.
Monday-Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Certain professions, such as barbers and cosmetologists, require state-level licenses, which can be obtained through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
Alcohol Licensing
The sale and use of alcoholic beverages in Texas are regulated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC).
Texas State Environmental Compliance & Regulations
Businesses dealing with hazardous waste or pollution of the environment, water, or air are regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Permits, registrations, and licenses are required for these types of businesses.
Texas Health & Human Services
Texas Health & Human Services manages the licensing, credentialing, and regulation for child care, nurse aides, nursing facility administrators, long-term care providers, and healthcare facilities.
Now Sure How to Get Started?
Navigating permits and licenses can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Contact us today, and we’ll guide you in the right direction.
