All of the animals are neutered, dewormed, and vaccinated. The division administers and enforces the City of Columbia Business License Ordinance. To apply for a business license, go to 1225 Laurel Street, Room 109, and fill out an appli-cation. Before a license is issued, approvals by other city divisions may be required. Once the application is approved, the business license fee can be paid.
Fees vary according to the type of business.
Permits are required for people within the city limits who want to hold garage sales. The commission also coordinates employee involvement in programs such as Shadowing, Youthworks, and Kids City. Programs include neighborhood revitalization, housing initia-tives, and other activities to promote the health and welfare of eligible areas of the City. It also acts as a liaison between city government and neighborhood associations. The Economic Development Department, located at 1225 Laurel Street, is responsible for the recruitment of commercial and industrial business to the City of Columbia and county areas outside the City that are served by City water and sewer.