Start & Grow a Business (BizPal, Permits, Zoning)
The Town’s Economic Development is supported by the Community Services Department, and is dedicated to supporting and promoting local business in Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s.
We provide a variety of services to support existing and potential businesses including:
- Business advice and support
- Business plan consultations
- Statistics and information
- Business retention and expansion initiatives
- Sponsorship and marketing opportunities
Business Forms
Business Tax Information
Business Tax For Business Tax Based On Assessment
Minimum $250.00
8.1 Mils for General Business includes all categories except the following and their applicable rates:
- Farms 1.5 Mils
- Daycare & Bed & Breakfasts 5.1 Mils
- Nursing/Retirement Homes 8.1 Mils
- Non-Profit Organizations 8.1 Mils
- Professional Services 12.1 Mils
- Medical/Dental/Pharmacy 12.1 Mils
- Bank/Financial Institutions 45 Mils
Business Tax For Business Tax Based On Gross Revenue
Minimum $250.00
- No Fixed Place of Business 1% of Gross Annual Revenue
- Home Based 0. 6% of Gross Annual Revenue
Utilities and Cable Television
- 2.5% of Gross Revenue as per Taxation of Utilities and Cable Televisions Companies Act
