County Guide

Livingston County, MI Business License Information

How to obtain a business license in Livingston County, MI.

How to Obtain an Livingston County, MI Business License

Livingston County is a county-level jurisdiction in MI. Local DBA/Trade Name registrations are handled through the Livingston County Clerk - Assumed Names (DBA). Confirm current filing procedures and fees directly with the issuing office before submitting.

If you are transacting business in Livingston County, MI, you may be subject to city-level and county-level licensing requirements beyond the baseline state requirements. Local governments independently establish their own licensing scopes, fee schedules, exemptions, and compliance deadlines.

Failure to register at the local level can result in significant financial penalties, retroactive tax assessments, and the suspension of your legal right to conduct business operations within municipal boundaries.

Visit the official Livingston County Clerk - Assumed Names (DBA): File online or in-person; new $16, renewal $14, discontinuance $10, change location $10; 304 E Grand River Ave Howell MI 48843; clerk@livgov.com

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