Business Tax Receipts

Putnam County is one of the counties in Florida which elected to issue County Business Tax Receipt's when the state turned it over to local government level in 1972. (County Ordinance 2006-41A)

A Business Tax Receipt allows you the right to do business in Putnam County and is renewed annually with the fiscal year beginning October 1 through September 30. We do offer renewal of a Business Tax Receipt for a full year in August for the convenience of the customer, along with a one-half year License, April thru September. The Tax Office can advise the customer which will be of the most benefit.

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What to do to get an Business Tax Receipt in Putnam County.

	Determine your Business Location. If you need zoning approval you may call 386-329-0316.
	The Tax Collector’s Office has an application to be filled out when applying for a Putnam County Business Tax Receipt. This may be obtained at any of our four locations.
	If your business involves "sales" you will need to get a sales tax number from the Florida Department of Revenue. That form is also supplied in any of our three locations. For further information on a sales tax number you may call Tax Information Services (1-800-352-3671) Florida Only.
	State Licensed Professionals will need to provide a copy of their current State of Florida license before a Putnam County Business Tax Receipt will be issued. Some professional offices require two (2) licenses, i.e.,

Physician Office


Attorney Office


Beauty Salon/Cosmetologist


Real Estate Agency/Broker

How to obtain a Putnam County Business Tax Receipt
A taxpayer may purchase a Business Tax Receipt by coming into the Putnam County Tax Collector's Office at any of the 4 locations throughout Putnam County and complete an application.

Is there a penalty for engaging in business in Putnam County without a Business Tax Receipt?
Yes, you can be assessed a penalty up to 25% of the business tax due, in addition to any other penalty provided by law or ordinance.

What is the cost of a Business Tax Receipt?
The cost can vary from $11.25 to $30.00, depending on the nature of your business.

How is the Business Tax Receipt governed?
Putnam County Business Tax Receipts are governed by Putnam County Ordinance 2006-41A.

What is the renewal period for renewing Business Tax Receipts?
The months of August and September of each year.

When do Business Tax Receipts become delinquent?
Business Tax Receipts become delinquent October 1^st of each year.

What is the penalty for not renewing on time?
Business Tax Receipts not renewed on or before September 30^th shall be considered delinquent and subject to a delinquency penalty of 10% for the month of October, plus an additional 5% penalty for each month, total delinquency not to exceed 25% of the Business Tax Receipt fee.

Are there any exemptions to purchasing a Business Tax Receipt?
Yes, if a taxpayer is over the age of 65 and lives in Putnam County , disabled, non-profit organizations, schools, churches, etc.

Are there any other licenses / receipts needed in addition to the Business Tax Receipt?
Yes, you may need to purchase an additional Business Tax Receipt / license from area municipalities, such as the City of Palatka , Crescent City , Town of Welaka , Pomona Park and Interlachen. You will need to check with each area City Hall or Town Hall to obtain additional Business Tax Receipts / licenses if needed in order for you to do business in their municipality.

Is there a reciprocal agreement with other neighboring counties?
No, Putnam County does not reciprocate with any other counties.

Can Putnam County Business Tax Receipts be transferred?
Yes

Other requirements
Zoning verifications are required from the Planning and Development Department prior to issuance of Business Tax Receipts.

The revenues derived from the Business Tax Receipt tax herein, exclusive of the costs of collection and any credit given for municipal license taxes, shall be apportioned between the unincorporated area of Putnam County and the incorporated municipalities located therein by a ratio determined through Florida Statute and based on population.

Note: There are numerous classifications and fees. For clarification on fees, call the Tax Collector’s Office or Satellite Offices. Click here for telephone numbers.