Business Owners

Below is an example of the typical process for new businesses in Fuquay-Varina. Please contact Planning staff for more information.

Type of New Business
Zoning Compliance Application
Site Plan/ Subdivision Plan/ CDs
Building Permit
New Building Construction

X

X

Leasing Space in a New Building- Up-Fit/Tenant Improvement


X

Existing Building- Cosmetic Upgrades Only

X



Existing Building- Renovations Needed

X

X

Home Based*



*Home occupation permit is required.

Business Resources

Economic Development Department

Starting a Business in Fuquay-Varina Guide

Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce

Zoning Compliance Letter Application

Commercial Code Compliance Information

  • Trash Nuisances-Prohibited
  • Grass & Vegetation Nuisances- Prohibited
  • Mobile Restaurant Regulations
  • Commercial Sign Regulations
  • Special Events
  • Seasonal Outdoor Sales
  • DC-1 & DC-2 Form Based Districts

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