Business and development

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

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, financial incentive programs and business improvement areas.

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.

Planning and development

Zoning

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

Current planning applications

Search for planning applications throughout the city.

Development application process

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

Growth Management Implementation Strategy

Learn more about the Growth Management Implementation Strategy (GMIS)

More Homes

Learn about plans to increase London's housing supply

Consultant Resources

Find useful resource documents
Last modified:Tuesday, September 12, 2023