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Opening A Business

Opening A Business

10 Step Guide
  1. Pick A Location
  2. Visit the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce website and complete the “Starting A Business” checklist.
  3. Obtain a “Certificate of Appropriateness”
  • Buildings within the H1 Wilmington Commercial Historic District require a “Certificate of Appropriateness” for all exterior changes and signage.
  1. Attend the Design Review Board meeting for approval of exterior changes and signage.
  2. Obtain a sign permit with a zoning permit application.
  • Obtain a “Site Plan Review”Changes to a site require a site plan review. Examples of changes that require this review are changes in numbers of parking spaces, storm water drainage, landscaping, lighting, or major additions.
  • “Site Plan Reviews” must be completed before obtaining a building permit.
  1. Will the business be serving food or drinks?
  • Begin gaining the licensing needed by completing the “Food Service Operation & Retail Food Establishment Facility Plan Review” packet and submitting it to the Clinton County Health Department.
  1. Obtain a “Commercial Permit” for a “Certificate of Use & Occupancy” and any building changes. 
  2. Complete the required inspections.
  3. Join the Chamber of Commerce & become a Main Street supporter!
Check out the business guide timeline below!
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Main Street Wilmington
21 South Street
Wilmington, OH 45177

OFFICE HOURS VARY
Monday 9:00 - 5:00, but it is best to call ahead

CALL US AT
(937) 527-3806

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Main Street Wilmington
​P.O. Box 793
Wilmington, OH  45177
937-527-3806
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  • Home
  • Dine-Shop-Entertainment
    • Food & Beverages
    • Shopping
    • Entertainment, History, Arts
    • Financial Services
    • Lodging
    • Health Services
    • Personal Services
  • Events
    • Wilmington Wine Walk
    • Oktoberfest
    • Holiday Decorating Contest
    • Hometown Holidazzle Parade and Festival
    • Picture This!
  • Support
  • About
  • DORA
  • Contact