Village of Bethalto
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213 N. Prairie St., Bethalto, IL 62010
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DOING BUSINESS IN OUR VILLAGE

BUSINESS INFORMATION

The Village of Bethalto is committed to attracting new businesses while also fostering the success of our existing businesses. Please find information here to ensure that the processes involved in expanding or opening your business is completed in an efficient and timely manner.

The location you choose must be zoned for the type of business you wish to operate. The Village Zoning Code defines several zoning districts, each with varying requirements for allowable businesses. You should consult the Zoning Code or contact Zoning Administrator Rich Mersinger for help determining whether or not your business is permitted.

Information regarding commercial building permits for any construction done to your business or signage permits can be found in the business documents at right. Additionally, you can find business license applications and the Village Zoning Code.

BUSINESS GUIDE

MORE TO COME

COMMUNITY PROFILE

The Village of Bethalto is a non-home rule community governed by a Village President and a Board of six Trustees elected at large. Bethalto was founded in 1834, incorporated in 1869 under a special charter and again in 1873 under the State of Illinois’ general law.

Township: Fort Russell, Wood River Township
County: Madison

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Over the past several years, the village has conducted business development studies to ensure a business development strategy that is successful over time. Click Image to View Village Comprehensive Plan.

Business Documents

  • Business Code
  • Business License Application
  • Liquor License Application
  • Raffle License Application
  • Roadblock Application
  • Sign Permit Application
  • Solicitor Permit Application
  • Zoning Code
  • Zoning Map

BUSINESS RESOURCES

The RiverBend Growth Association is both the Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Organization for the communities of the Riverbend. As a Chamber of Commerce, it actively promotes activities between its member businesses. For more info, visit www.growthassociation.com

Founded in 1964, SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs and helping small businesses start, grow, and succeed. SCORE is a valuable network of more than 13,000 local and national volunteers who offer small business entrepreneurs confidential business counseling services at no charge. For more info, visit www.swillinois.score.org

The St. Louis Regional Chamber and Growth Association (RCGA) serves as the regional chamber of commerce for more than 4,000 member companies as a leading economic development organization, investigating and supporting public policy initiatives that help the region thrive and grow. For more info, visit www.stlrcga.org

St. Louis Regional serves a diverse clientele - from Fortune 500 companies and general aviators to the U.S. military and regional aircraft makers - all of whom find precisely the right combination of accessibility, on-premise services and supporting amenities. Join the many successful companies who have taken advantage of the functional planning and design that make a St. Louis Regional Airport address a run-away opportunity for businesses on the move. For more info, visit www.stlouisregional.com

Latest Tweets

  • Former Fire Chief John Nolte seeks volunteers to help renovate the log cabin next to the Bethalto Museum. To volunteer call 377-8051.
    May 13, 2013 - 5:15 pm
  • Bethalto gets $400,000 grant for Phase 2 construction of Sports Complex. Includes ball diamonds, football & soccer field, restrooms, parking
    May 13, 2013 - 5:13 pm

Get In Touch

  • (618)377-8051 (Phone)
  • (618)377-5264 (Fax)
  • jallsman@bethalto.com
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