Start a Specific Business in Texas

Industry-by-industry guides to licences, permits, startup costs and first steps for 59 kinds of Texas business.

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a Courier and Delivery BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Catering BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Junk Removal BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Handyman BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Bakery BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Towing BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Coffee Shop BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Lawn Care BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Electrician Business: TDLR Licenses and RequirementsLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Plumbing Business: State Board of Plumbing Examiners LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an HVAC Business: TDLR Air Conditioning and Refrigeration LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Roofing Business: No State License, Real RequirementsLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Pest Control Business: Texas Department of Agriculture LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Irrigation or Landscaping Business: TCEQ Irrigator LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Home Inspection Business: TREC Inspector LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Real Estate Business: TREC Salesperson and Broker LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Property Management Business: When You Need a TREC Broker LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Notary Business: Commission, Bond and Mobile Notary SetupLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Insurance Agency: TDI Agent and Agency LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Private Investigator Business: DPS Private Security Bureau LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Security Guard Company: DPS Commissioned and Noncommissioned OfficersLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Locksmith Business: DPS Private Security Program LicensingLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Drone Services Business: FAA Part 107 and Texas Privacy LawLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Cleaning Business: Sales Tax and InsuranceLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Trucking Company: USDOT, TxDMV and Intrastate AuthorityLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Freight Broker or Freight Forwarding BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Used Car Dealership: TxDMV General Distinguishing NumberLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Food Truck Business: The New Statewide Mobile Food Vendor LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Cottage Food Business: SB 541 Rules for Home BakersLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Restaurant: Health Permit, Food Manager Certificate and TABCLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →How to Open a Bar or Brewery: TABC Permits, Taproom and Brewpub RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →How to Open a Package Store: TABC Package Store Permit RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Winery or Distillery: Hill Country Wine and Craft SpiritsLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Food Manufacturing Business: DSHS Food Manufacturer LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Vending Machine Business: Permits, Sales Tax and LocationsLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Hair Salon: TDLR Cosmetology Licenses and Salon PermitLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Barbershop: TDLR Barber License and Shop PermitLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Esthetician or Skin Care Business: TDLR LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Massage Therapy Business: TDLR Therapist and Establishment LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Tattoo Shop: DSHS Studio and Artist LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Med Spa: Medical Director, Delegation and IV Therapy RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Daycare: HHSC Child Care LicensingLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Home Health Agency: HHSC HCSSA LicenseLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Home Care Agency: Non-Medical Personal Assistance ServicesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Assisted Living Facility: HHSC Type A and Type B LicensesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Medical Transportation (NEMT) BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Short-Term Rental Business: State Tax and City-by-City RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an RV Park or CampgroundLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Event Venue or Wedding Barn BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Hunting Lease or Outfitter BusinessLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →an Oilfield Services Business: RRC, TCEQ and Permian ContractingLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Ranch or Farm Business: Entity, Ag Exemption and AgritourismLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Fishing Charter or Guide Business on the Texas Gulf CoastLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Microschool or Private School: Education Freedom AccountsLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →How to Open a Hemp or CBD Store: DSHS Retail RegistrationLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Short-Term Rental in Austin: Permit, Taxes and RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Short-Term Rental in Houston: Permit, Taxes and RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Short-Term Rental in San Antonio: Permit, Taxes and RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →a Short-Term Rental in Dallas: Permit, Taxes and RulesLicences, permits and startup costs in TexasRead the guide →