Business and licensing

The Council’s economic development objective is to promote the strengths of the City and District and the opportunities available in the locality for businesses to thrive. We develop and maintain strong partnerships to deliver efficient and effective local services

If you have any feedback on the Business in St Albans website pages, please contact: economicdevelopment@stalbans.gov.uk.

Information about Business rates

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Business health and safety

Business support services

Commercial property

Food businesses

Leaving the EU

Licences and Permits

Working with the Council

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Business and licensing news

Local Businesses Invited to St Albans District Business Summit 2026

Businesses in St Albans District are invited to attend an annual gathering to hear about the opportunities and support available to them.

Online help for businesses to better manage their business rates

St Albans City and District Council has launched an online portal to help local businesses manage their business rates.

Businesses offered chance to improve their ability to bid for public sector contracts

Businesses in St Albans District are being offered the chance to improve their ability to win local government contracts.