Starting a New Business in Burlington, Colorado

If you are looking to open a new business, relocate an existing business, or expand your business, the City of Burlington is ready to assist you. Whether your business is looking for Main Street property, space for your manufacturing or industrial business Burlington, Colorado has a growing and vibrant economy to support your business.

With a healthy housing market, good schools, many activities and recreation, Burlington provides a quality of life for those relocating to our wonderful community. To speak with our staff about your future in Burlington, contact us by phone at 719-342-2979 or by danielle.kravig@burlingtoncolo.com

Home Offices and Home Occupations

If you are planning to conduct a business out of your residence there are several requirements which first must be met. Please contact the City Clerks office at 719-346-8652 to find out what is permitted in the area where you live.

Constructing, Remodeling and Other Changes

Please check with our Economic Development Department or City Hall staff prior to making any changes - construction or use - to your place of business. Some changes require a building permit, and the City Staff can help you through the process prior to any construction changes.

Obtaining a Liquor License in Burlington

Please let our staff know if your business will need to obtain a liquor license in Burlington. Licenses can be applied for at our City Clerk’s office, and will go before the City Council for approval. To contact the City Clerk’s office for more information please call 719.346.8652 or email the City Clerk.

Obtaining a Food Server License

As the City of Burlington falls within Kit Carson County, a license may be obtained and is required when handling food at any business establishment within Kit Carson County. Please contact the Kit Carson County Health and Human Services Department at 719-346-7158 for more information.

Obtaining a Sales Tax License within the State of Colorado

Register your business trade name, obtain a Colorado sales tax license with the State of Colorado: www.revenue.state.co.us The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is an educational non-profit organization, partially funded through the SBA and hosted by Colorado Mountain College. The SBDC provides free and confidential counseling, business workshops and business planning. For more information, visit their website at: http://www.coloradomtn.edu/sbdc.