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A Guide To Starting a Business In Brown County Ohio One Stop Permit Center The Ohio Department of Development’s One Stop Permit Center is one of the best starting points for any new business person.  The center can assist you in identifying and securing the necessary permits, licenses and approvals.  Packets are custom tailored to meet the needs of your business.  After you answer a few brief questions your personalized packet will be mailed to you.  The Ohio One Stop Business Permit Center may be reached from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays by calling toll free at 1-800-248-4040  BUSINESS PLAN  Adequate research and planning are important steps to take before starting a business.  A business plan basically involves organizing goals, determining the necessary steps to reach these goals, and putting this information on paper.  The business plan should include a simple statement of goals, a description of the proposed business, a marketing analysis, a management plan, and a financial analysis.  A good business plan is especially helpful when applying for a business loan.  The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) offers free copies of business plan outlines for various types of businesses.  To request one of these publications, write or call one of the SBA offices in Ohio:  Cincinnati SBA  Room 5028  550 Main St.  Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-684-2814  This site is © Copyright Brown County Chamber of Commerce 2004-2008, All Rights Reserved.