Key Contacts for Starting a Business
Ohio’s First Stop Business Connection
This provides entrepreneurs with information about licenses and permits required by the State of Ohio.
614.466.4232 or 800.248.4040
www.business.ohio.gov
U.S. Small Business Administration
A great source of information and advice for persons looking to start their own business.
800.827.5722
www.sba.gov
Internal Revenue Service
The I.R.S. has prepared a “starting a business” check list page. Or, you can call the I.R.S. to request a free resource kit.
800.829.1040 or Mansfield Office: 419.522.9204
www.irs.gov
www.irs.ustreas.gov/businesses/small
Ashland County Auditor
Contact for Vendor’s License and Personal Property Tax form 920 (must be filed within 90 days of starting a new business). Located in the Ashland County Courthouse.
419.289.0000
www.ashlandcounty.org
Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce
New businesses should also contact the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce to discuss SCORE (a free counseling service) and the various programs offered by the Chamber to help local businesses save money.
419.281.4584
http://www.ashlandoh.com/
Ashland County Health Department
Contact for permits for Food or Vending Service or Tattoo or Body Piercing establishments. Located at 1763 State Route 60, Ashland.
419.282.4246
www.ashlandhealth.com
City of Ashland / Mayor’s Office
The City of Ashland issues the following types of permits: Rubbish Hauling, Junkyard, Transient Vendor, and Door-to Door Advertising. Located at 206 Claremont Avenue.
419.289.8622
www.ashland-ohio.com
City of Ashland Income Tax Office
The City of Ashland has a 2.0% income tax. Located at 218 Luther Street.
419.289.0386
www.ashland-ohio.com/finance-division
Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Resources for unemployment insurance and new hire reporting.
419.289.8141 or 888.872.1490
jfs.ohio.gov
jfs.ohio.gov/ouc/uctax
www.oh-newhire.com
Small Business Development Center
The Small Business Development Center at Ashland University can be a good starting point. Provides individual, confidential counseling and training programs for potential or existing businesses. Contact Michalina Lacy at 419.207.6910 or by email at mlacy@sbdc6.com.