Doing business in the Kentucky District

Business requirements

SBA’s Business Guide lists the requirements needed to start, grow, and expand your business. Since laws and taxes vary by state, here’s what you need to do before starting your business in our area.

Business name and registration

Register your business name with the county clerk where your business is located. If you are a corporation, you will also need to register with the Secretary of State.

Business licensing and zoning

Licenses are typically administered by a variety of state and local departments. It is important to consider zoning regulations when choosing a site for your business. Contact the local business license office where you plan to locate your business.

Taxes

Kentucky Taxpayer Assistance Centers
600 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Place
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 502-912-5060

Kentucky Department of Revenue
501 High St.
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-4581

Health and safety

Kentucky Department of Labor
500 Mero St., Third Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-3534

OSHA Area Office
500 Mero St., Third Floor
Frankfort,  KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-3070

State small business profiles

Need information on the local business landscape? SBA's Office of Advocacy has the latest demographic and statistics on local small business economic activity.

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Local assistance

Need help? Get free business counseling in your area.

SBA lending in our area

  • Loan programs

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    Learn more about SBA's 7(a) loans, 504 loans, and microloans that you can use for your business.
  • Local lenders

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    Download a list of participating lenders in our area.
  • Lender Match

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    Describe your business needs and get matched with an SBA-backed lender in your area.
  • Lending activity reports

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    View 7(a) and 504 lending activity reports from our district.

Additional local resources

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Learn about the opportunities available for small businesses nationwide.

Last updated March 22, 2024