The New Jersey Small Business Manual serves as a written source for learning about how to plan, start, operate, and grow a business in New Jersey. For an owner, knowing exactly what their business needs to do to start and grow can be difficult. This straightforward manual will give owners an overview of how to register, hire, fund, and conduct other activities necessary to start and maintain their business in New Jersey. The manual includes information about state and local permits and inspections, financial assistance programs, lease contracts, commercial real estate transactions, and a variety of other topics related to owning and operating a small business. 

“The content of the New Jersey Small Business Manual represents the most common queries and requests for assistance we receive from the small business community,” said Melanie Willoughby, Executive Director of NJBAC. “By compiling the information in a digestible, easy-to-use publication, we are ensuring access to essential information that is designed to make life easier for entrepreneurs and business owners. The manual was truly a collaborative effort across several state agencies.”

Many of the forms and applications detailed in this publication can be expedited online. However, if business owners have any questions or concerns regarding any aspect of the manual, they can contact the NJBAC’s Office of Small Business directly at 1-800-JERSEY-7 or connect with our team online for a live chat at business.nj.gov for assistance. NJBAC’s Customer Service team can also assist with navigating State agencies, and connecting businesses with training, funding and other resources to support their success in New Jersey.