District of Columbia Website Small Business Events in Your Area Doing business in the District of Columbia Business Resource Center Permits, Licenses, and Certifications Office of the Secretary Economic Development and Planning Taxation Office of Tax and Revenue Employer links Department of Employment Services Employer Tax Information (Unemployment Insurance) New Hire Registry General Small Business Administration - DC Agency Directory Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Office of Contracting and Procurement SBA.gov's Business Licenses and Permits Search Tool allows you to get a listing of federal, state and local permits, licenses, and registrations you'll need to run a business. Related State government websites