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Business licences & permits — Newport, Delaware: Business License Ordinance (Sec. 427-34, as amended)

In the Town of Newport, Delaware, business licences & permits rules are set by Business License Ordinance (Sec. 427-34, as amended), verified 2026-06-05. A licence is required. Fee: flat $75.00 for gross receipts of $50,000 or less; annual fee reduced by 50% for new businesses after August 31. Who must license: Persons or companies doing business in the Town of Newport, within or outside Town limits.

Business License Ordinance (Sec. 427-34, as amended) adopted ordinance

licence required	yes	required to obtain a business license
who must license	Persons or companies doing business in the Town of Newport, within or outside Town limits	Persons or companies doing business in the Town of Newport
fee	flat $75.00 for gross receipts of $50,000 or less; annual fee reduced by 50% for new businesses after August 31	reduced annual business license fee of a flat $75.00
renewal	Annual, valid 12-month period beginning March 1	The business license must be renewed annually

scout note

All businesses in Newport and outside contractors working in town must obtain a business license. Annual license valid March 1–end of February. Late penalty 5% plus 1.5% per month. Renter's license required for commercial and residential landlords.