Yes. Businesses operated out of the home require a business license and must comply with the Town’s zoning codes. These codes regulate the types of home-based businesses allowed in the Town and the manner in which they may operate. 

Any person whose business is located in Windsor or conducts business in Windsor must apply for a business license within 30 days of the date the business commences. Conducting business in Windsor without a business license can result in penalties, violation notices, citations and court action. 

The purpose of a business license is to regulate businesses in order to promote improved enforcement of Town, state, federal, or otherwise applicable codes, rules, regulations or laws, at lower public cost, with a higher level of protection of the public. Licensing helps protect the public against threats to public peace, health, safety and welfare, by ensuring compliance with Town ordinances, including those designed to ensure building safety and discourage public disturbances and nuisances. 

The initial application fee and first year’s license is $67. The annual renewal fee is $22 per year. Such fees are established by Resolution of the Town Council and may be amended from time to time.