Want to set up a business or learn about development in London? Learn about starting a business by visiting Service London Business, or click the links below to learn about everything from obtaining a business license to planning and development applications, among other services.

Business licences and supports

Business licences

Learn about businesses licences available and the process to obtain one.

Residential rental unit licences

Learn more about residential rental units and apply for a licence.

Vehicle for hire licence

Apply for a licence, review our by-law and learn about the process to obtain a licence.

Sign permits

Apply for a sign permit licence and register for our Building e-portal.

Business property taxes

Learn about property tax options and tax rebate programs.

Sponsorship and advertising

Find sponsorship and advertising opportunities with us.

Bids and tenders

Review current bidding opportunities, register and submit bids for goods and services.

Municipal property

Check out industrial lands and buildings for sale, learn about municipals easements and find out how to request use of municipal property.

Community improvement and incentives

Learn more about community improvement plans and financial incentive programs.

Short-term Accommodation licensing

Learn about the process for applying for a Short-term Accommodation licence.

Home based businesses

Learn more about operating a business from your home.

Business Improvement Areas

Learn more about Business Improvement Areas (BIAs).

Planning and development

More homes

Learn about plans to increase London's housing supply

Development application process

Learn about different application types and where to start the process.

Current planning applications

Search for planning applications throughout the city.

Tracking housing supply

Planning & Development and Building monthly housing update

Zoning

Use our interactive map and find the zoning by-law.

Economic development

Learn more about London's economic growth and opportunities.

Growth management implementation strategy

Learn more about the Growth Management Implementation Strategy (GMIS)

Consultant resources

Find useful resource documents

Affordable Housing

Affordable housing development programs

Financial incentive programs

Resources for community housing providers

Programs, tools and resources
Last modified:Monday, June 01, 2026