Holly Springs, GA · Cherokee County
Business License Application (Occupation Tax Registration)
Occupation tax registration and business license application for businesses operating in Holly Springs, including a sworn owner certification.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Businesses operating in Holly Springs must register for an occupation tax certificate using this application. The owner certification page must be signed and sworn before a notary, confirming the accuracy of the business information provided to the city.
Who needs it
Business owners applying for a new or renewed Holly Springs business license.
Why it needs a notary
The owner certification page must be subscribed and sworn before a notary public.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Business License Application from the City of Holly Springs website or Rush Notary.
- 2
Fill It Out
Complete your business information and ownership details.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session with Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your ID and sign the owner certification live in front of the notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Deliver the notarized application and fees to Holly Springs City Hall.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Holly Springs. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to notarize the Holly Springs business license application?
- Yes, the owner certification page must be subscribed and sworn before a notary.
- How do I get this application notarized online?
- Upload the completed form, verify your ID on camera, and sign it during a live remote online notarization session.
- Do I need a Zoning Clearance Certificate first?
- Yes, Holly Springs requires a Zoning Clearance Certificate before filing an occupational tax/business license application.
- Can I use an online notary if I'm not in Georgia?
- Georgia recognizes acknowledgments from notaries of other states, so remote online notarization is generally accepted; check with the city if unsure.