The Investment and Economic Development team have a Business Permit Support Service to assist businesses through the process and direct specific enquiries to relevant departments.
Business Permit Support Service
Whitehorse's Business Permit Support Service (BPSS) provides free advice to help local businesses navigate the Council approval process.
If you're starting a business or thinking of expanding an existing one, our team is here to help guide you through each step of the process, saving you time, money and hassle. We can assist with:
- Navigating the necessary approvals
- Accessing relevant advice and support
- Providing guidance and translation of regulatory requirements
- Improving the quality of information in applications for faster decisions
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