Business licences & permits — South Bethany, Delaware
Do I need a business licence or permit? What does it cost?
In the Town of South Bethany, Delaware, business licences & permits rules are set by South Bethany Ordinance 204-21 — Amending Mercantile/Rental License, verified 2026-06-05. A licence is required. Who must license: Persons engaged in business for profit within corporate limits and property owners leasing residential or commercial property. Renewal: Annual (May 1-April 30 or Jan 1-Dec 31), six month, thirty-day.
South Bethany Ordinance 204-21 — Amending Mercantile/Rental License
adopted ordinance
licence required
yes
§ 84-2 Scope
who must license
Persons engaged in business for profit within corporate limits and property owners leasing residential or commercial property.
§ 84-2 Scope; § 84-13 A
renewal
Annual (May 1-April 30 or Jan 1-Dec 31), six month, thirty-day
§ 84-2 Scope; § 84-3. Definitions.
scout note
Ordinance amending South Bethany's mercantile and rental licence provisions. PDF metadata shows creation date December 17, 2021. Governs business/rental licensing within the town.