Town of Crossfield

The Town of Crossfield welcomes the opportunity to do business with interested merchants and vendors. We strive to make the process of doing business with the Town as easy as possible.

Crossfield is a great location to start a new business. A booming industrial/manufacturing centre and expanding residential communities provide the ultimate live, work, play relationship. 

Before opening your doors, be sure to obtain a development permit. Following that, any business, trade, or occupation operating for profit within the Town of Crossfield is required to hold a valid business licence, as outlined in the Town’s Business Licence Bylaw.

Additional municipal, provincial, or federal permits may also be required depending on the nature of your business.

Business License Application

How to apply

To apply for a Business License, please complete the application form below and return it to the Town Office in person or by email to town@crossfieldalberta.com.

Business License Fees

Fees are not refundable.

Payment Options
Before we can process a Business License application, payment is required. Payment can be made in person at the Town Office during normal business hours (8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday). Payment options include cash, cheque, credit card or INTEREC Debit Payment. Credit Card payments can also be processed over the phone by calling the Town Office at 403-946-5565.

Business Licensing for Home-Based Businesses

If you’re conducting business from your home, in addition to a Business License, you will need to submit a Home Occupation Permit application. 

There are two (2) types of home-based businesses defined within the Town of Crossfield Land Use Bylaw:

1. “Home occupation” means an occupation for gain or support, excluding home offices, which shall be an incidental and subordinate use to the principle residential use and shall be restricted to the dwelling unit and accessory buildings; home occupations shall be limited to those uses which do not interfere with the rights of other residents to the quiet enjoyment of the residential neighbourhood and may include instruction, minor repair and other similar domestic activities. Some examples of home-based businesses that may fit under the home occupation definition are massage therapy, home- based esthetics spa, fitness studio, hairdresser, etc.  
   
   
2. “Home office” means a home occupation that shall not be visible from the exterior of the home, and typically uses phone and/or computer only.  A Home office business does not require or entail the following: 
   • clients visiting the residence,        
   • delivery or storage of goods or supplies, 
   • production of goods on site, 
   • parking other than that which is required for the residence,
   • noise associated with the use,
   • any renovations for the purpose of the use that require a building permit,
   • employment of any employees on site other than the resident, and
   • other impacts on the neighbourhood.  

How to apply

To apply for a Home Occupation Permit please complete the Home Occupation Permit Application form below and return it to the Town Office in person or by email to development@crossfieldalberta.com with the following inclusions:

• Letters of support from adjacent landowners (one on each side of your house, front, side, rear);
• Letter of authorization from the registered landowner, if other than applicant.
• Floor plan showing dimensions of where within the home the business will be run;
• A brief description of your business activities; and,
• Home Occupation Permit application fee.

Home Occupation Permit Fees

 
Payment Options
Payment can be made in person at the Town Office during normal business hours (8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday). Payment options include cash, cheque, credit card or INTEREC Debit Payment. Credit Card payments can also be processed over the phone by calling the Town Office at 403-946-5565.

Processing time

The timeline to process your application is approximately three (3) weeks. Applicants may apply for a Town of Crossfield Business Licence at the same time as the Permit, however, the Business Licence application will be not be processed until the Home Occupation permit has been approved.

Other Home Occupation Considerations:

• If you will be producing food products or offering personal care services you will need to obtain health approval from Alberta Health Services.
• Contact Revenue Canada to determine if you require a business number, GST account or payroll account. 
• Contact Service Alberta Corporate Registries to determine if you need to register your business/trade name and if you are going to formally operate your business as a sole proprietor, partnership or incorporate it.