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Municipal trade licence and signage approval
Most retail, food and service premises in the parish need a trade licence from the Municipal Corporation, renewed annually.
- Agency
- Westmoreland Municipal Corporation
- Cost
- Varies by business type
- Time
- 1–4 weeks including inspection
- Contact
- Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, Great George Street, Savanna-la-Mar · 876-955-2451
- Online
- https://www.localgovjamaica.gov.jm
Steps
- Visit the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation offices in Savanna-la-Mar with your TRN, business registration and lease or title.
- Complete the trade licence application; a Public Health and Fire inspection may follow for food and public premises.
- Pay the annual fee, which depends on the type and size of business.
- Outdoor signs and billboards need separate approval — ask at the same visit.
Renewal
Licences run on the calendar year; renew in January to avoid penalties.
Last updated 17 Oct 2026. Spotted a change? Email westmorelandchamber2023@gmail.com.