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County Clerk Business License Process A Business License is required for anyone opening a business with gross annual sales sales in excess of $3,000 is required to acquire a business license from the county clerk within 20 days of commencing business activity. A simple form and payment of a minimum tax of $15 plus $5 recording fee completes the requirement. New business owners should also contact the Tennessee Department of Revenue. A sales tax permit is required in most instances. Business employing any individuals must also obtain a federal withholding number. A new business owner should also check to see if any other state or federal permits are required in the area of business activity, such as federal firearms license, state cosmetology license, realtor's license etc. For convenience, a copy of the Minimum BusinessTax License may be duplicated on your printer. Fill this form out and bring in person to County Clerk's office at the Washington County Courthouse in Jonesborough, or the Downtown Centre in Johnson City. Washington County, Tennessee - Email Jonesborough Courthouse and J.C. Downtown Centre P.O. Box 219 Jonesborough, TN 37659