Business Tax Division

Business Tax Receipt Application	Special Event and Sign Application

The Business Tax is levied on all businesses located in Port St. Lucie and St. Lucie County. Business operations within the City of Port St. Lucie are regulated under Chapter 111 of the City Code of Ordinances.

There are approximately 9,300 businesses operating in Port St. Lucie, nearly half of which are home operated. Most home based businesses are allowed as defined by City Code 158.217(f).

The Business Tax Division also issues permits for special events, political signs, and special event signs. Outdoor sales, carnivals, circuses and grand openings are considered special events. Any temporary sign announcing a special event would require a permit.

For more information about the BUSINESS TAX, POLITICAL SIGNS, SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS OR SPECIAL EVENT SIGN PERMITS, you may call the Business Tax Division at 772-871-5132, or you may send a fax to 772-344-4355. The hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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