Sebastian Cleaning Service License Requirements (2026)

📋 Your checklist

State

1. No Florida state trade license is required for this type of work. You still need the local receipts below.
2. Business name and entity filings (Sunbiz)
   LLCs and corporations file an annual report ($138.75 for an LLC). Using a name other than your legal name? Register it as a fictitious name.
   ⏰ Annual report: May 1 ($400 late fee). Fictitious name: renew every 5 years
   Source: Florida Division of Corporations: File Annual Report · Florida Statutes §865.09 (fictitious name registration)

Local (Sebastian / Indian River County)

1. City of Sebastian Local Business Tax Receipt
   Required for any business in city limits; apply 2 weeks before starting. Home-based: $50 application fee plus the tax. New receipts issued April 1 to September 30 are half price.
   ⏰ Sold from July 1, due September 30. Late: 10% October plus 5% a month, max 25%
   Source: City of Sebastian: Local Business Tax Receipt Information
2. Indian River County Business Tax Receipt (verify)
   A county receipt may also be required; the city page does not say so. Confirm with the Indian River County Tax Collector.
   ⏰ Verify
   Source: City of Sebastian: Local Business Tax Receipt Information