Frequently Asked Questions

• Any person, whether individually or as a partnership, conducting business under any title other than the complete real name of the owner(s).
• Any corporation doing business in a name other than its corporate name. The certificate must be completed and filed by a corporate officer.

No. However, you must provide a copy upon request.

File with the Town Clerk, either in person or by mail, in every city or town where an office of said business may be situated. If you are filing by mail, notarize it before mailing.

A business certificate is in full force and effect for 4 years from the date of issue. A new filing must be made every four years as long as the business is being conducted.