Do nonprofit organizations need to register as a business in the City of Roswell?

Yes. Nonprofit organizations located in Roswell must register as a business with the City of Roswell. Although nonprofits fall within the City of Roswell's definition of a business (see Code of Ordinances, section 10.3.1), they are exempt from paying occupation taxes.

Nonprofits must register with the City of Roswell using the Roswell Permitting & Licensing Hub. For more information, please contact Resident and Business Services at (770) 641-3727 or email Resident and Business Services.