Dear Smithfield Business Owner,

The Town of Smithfield values your presence as a member of our business community. We also strive to achieve clarity and transparency in our relationship with residents and business proprietors alike by assisting you in understanding and maintaining compliance with local ordinance.

Town Ordinance Chapter 236 Article III requires the owner of each business situated in the Town of Smithfield to renew their Business Registration Certificate with the Tax Collector’s Office on an annual basis. This requirement helps the Town maintain up to date records on businesses operating locally in accordance with state law, and also assists us in providing a level playing field for business proprietors with regards to licensing and taxation. You can read the ordinance at the following web address: http://www.ecode360.com/8256267

Please follow these steps in order to renew your Business Registration Certificate for this year:

1) MAKE SURE YOUR TAX PAYMENTS ARE CURRENT.
The tangible tax account for your business must be up to date in order for the application to be approved.  To view outstanding tax bills, click the following link : View Tax Bills. 

2) COMPLETE THE ONLINE REGISTRATION BY DECEMBER 31ST
Please complete the online registration by going to: https://smithfieldri.viewpointcloud.com.  For directions on how to set up an account and submit your registration renewal, please see our How To Guide.

3) IF YOUR BUSINESS HAS SOLD OR RELOCATED OUTSIDE SMITHFIELD, Please file a Business Removal Request

As always, your cooperation is appreciated.