New Business Checklist

1. Determine the zoning of your intended business site to ensure that your business use is allowed
2. Complete the Certificate of Occupancy Application
3. Obtain all required building permits for any construction or alteration
4. Obtain any required sign permits for all signage

Sign Requirements

All signs require a building permit. Please review the Village Code (Chapter 14) for additional requirements. Temporary signs are allowed with the issuance of a building permit and can be displayed for a maximum of 30 days per calendar year.

Important Numbers

Cary Grove Chamber of Commerce Ph: (847) 639-2800 Cary Post Office Ph: (847) 639-3131

Cary Village Hall Ph: (847) 639-1100 McHenry County Health Department Ph: (815) 334-4510

Additional Resources

Cary Grove Chamber of Commerce Illinois Department of Revenue (Business Registration) Internal Revenue Service / FEIN Numbers  Home Based Businesses McHenry County Economic Development Corporation

Sales Tax Information Starting a Business in Illinois The Better Business Bureau Economic Development Directory