Starting a Business in Coeur d'Alene
Thinking about launching a new business in Coeur d’Alene? We understand it can feel overwhelming—with permits to secure, costs to estimate, and lots of information to track down. But you don’t have to navigate it alone.
The City of Coeur d’Alene is here to support you every step of the way. If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact the Deputy City Clerk. We're here to help make your business journey a success.
Primary Questions to Consider When Starting a Business
- Do you need a seller’s permit?
- Do you have employees?
- Are you handling food?
- Are you doing business under another name?
- Do you need an Employer Identification Number for taxes?
- Do you need to be registered with the State of Idaho?
- Do you need to contact the Bureau of Occupational Licensing?
- Do you need a business permit or license from the City of Coeur d’Alene?
- Do you need a building permit?
- Do you need to check zoning and signage regulations?
Non-City Business-Related Entities
Sellers Permit
Idaho State Tax Commission
9am-4pm Mon-Fri
1910 Northwest Blvd., Coeur d’Alene
(208) 334-7660
(800) 972-7660 Boise Office
Mail: PO Box 36
Boise, ID 82722-0410
[email protected]
Employees
Idaho Department of Labor
600 N Thornton St
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 457-8789
9 am- 5 pm Mon-Thurs
9 am - Noon Friday
[email protected]
Food Handling
Panhandle Health
8500 N Atlas Rd, Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 415-5100
Business Name
Idaho Secretary of State
700 W Jefferson, Room E205, Boise, ID
(208) 334-2300
www.sos.idaho.gov
EIN for Taxes
Contact the IRS
Occupational License
Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
(Formerly the Idaho State Bureau of Occupational Licensing/IBOL)
700 W State Street, Boise – 208-334-3233
1250 Ironwood Dr. Suite 220, CDA – 208-334-3950
https://dopl.idaho.gov