This page brings together official Hanover County resources for registering a business, determining whether a county license applies, and reporting business property.
Requirements vary by business type. Use the official government resources below to confirm what applies to your business.
Business Requirements
Start here to review Hanover’s general registration and local business requirements.
Review Hanover Business Requirements
Business Licenses
Hanover does not impose a general license requirement on every business. Use this page to confirm whether your business falls within a licensed category and whether separate Town of Ashland requirements may apply.
View Hanover Business License Information
Business Personal Property Taxes
Review how Hanover handles tangible business property such as equipment, computers, fixtures, furniture, machinery, and tools.


