Home Occupations

Home Occupations in Bay Minette, Alabama, allow residents to operate small, low-impact businesses from their homes while maintaining the residential character of their neighborhoods. This page provides essential information on the City's Zoning regulations governing home-based businesses, application information, and where to obtain a business license. Explore helpful links and resources to ensure your home occupation complies with City, County & State laws while supporting the community's quality of life.

Home-based Business Owners are responsible for ensuring compliance with City, County and State regulations, including Zoning Ordinance regulations, Business Licensing requirements and Health Department regulations.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain all applicable business licenses, maintain certifications and ensure compliance with lease/rental agreements and/or deed restrictions.

Bay Minette Zoning Requirements 

Home Occupation Land Use Application - FILLABLE

Home Occupations - Ordinance Excerpt

Bay Minette Business License Information

Bay Minette Business License/Sales Tax Application Request

Business License Checklist 2024

Finance Department - Sales Tax Information

Other Helpful Links

Baldwin County Probate Office - Business Licenses

Baldwin County Sales & Use Tax/License Inspection

Alabama Department of Public Health - Baldwin County Office

North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce - Business Resources

Alabama Department of Revenue

Internal Revenue Service

Alabama Secretary of State - Business Services