Business Resources

Local Organizations

The City of Maricopa is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and small businesses locate the assistance they need to be successful in the community. A strong partnership with the following local organizations allows us to offer a wide menu of services:

Arizona Commerce Authority, Small Business Services - start, operate and grow a business in Arizona
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce - small business assistance
Black Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
Central Arizona College's Small Business Development Center - business start-up assistance

Start Up Resources

If you are starting a new small business in the community, there are several useful resources and online step-by-step guides to assist you through the initial process.

How to Start a Business Guide
Arizona Commerce Authority provides an online checklist for starting, operating and growing a business in Arizona.
Trade Names, Trademarks & Service Marks - AZ Secretary of State
Arizona Entrepreneur's Edge - AZ Commerce Authority
How to Start a Business in Pinal County - Central AZ College SBDC

Business License

Some business owners have been asked for business licenses during their disaster loan application process. Effective January 1st, 2019 business licenses are no longer required or issued by the City of Maricopa, with the exception of Regulated Businesses. This does not eliminate any other city/county/state/permitting requirements. If you are a Regulated Business you are still required to apply for a Business License.

Regulated businesses include:

Auctioneers
Pawnbrokers
Scrap Dealers and Second Hand Dealers
Tobacco Retail Establishments
Massage Establishments
Tattoo and/or Body Piercing Establishments
After Hours Establishments

For definitions and additional details, click here to read City Code Business Regulations.