Kickstarting a Kyle Business

A business plan is a road map for your business, outlining your main purpose and value proposition, including structure, financing, and competitive advantages. You can contact the Texas State Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for assistance with business plan development and other tools to help you succeed in your new venture.

Additionally, SBDC offers one-on-one business advising in a variety of areas by professionally trained advisors who maintain the highest ethical standards of client confidentiality. Business advising services are provided at no cost and are scheduled as often as needed to enable professional advisors to serve as resource support. For more information please fill out the online New Client Sign-up form.

Your business location depends on the type of business you operate. Visit our properties page to find a site that fits your exact needs. Further discussion with the Economic Development and Planning Departments will be necessary if any rezoning is needed.

The Planning Department plays a key role in guiding the growth and development of the City of Kyle. They review zoning, subdivision, and site development applications, coordinating reviews across departments and providing recommendations to the City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Board of Adjustment.

For more details, including online applications, plans, maps, and frequently used codes, visit the Planning Department's website.

There are several ways to fund your new business, including:

• Personal savings, money from friends or family

• Crowdfunding, angel, or venture capital investors

• Seek credit through personal financing

• Bank, microloan, or secure a federal loan (via the U.S. Small Business Administration [SBA])

The SBA also offers a useful guide for determining and procuring funds for your business. 

Determining the appropriate structure for your business. In general, sole proprietorships and partnerships need to register and file the business name (DBA or assumed name) with Hays County clerk’s office. If you decide to incorporate, the Secretary of State’s Office (SOS) website has information on choosing the correct legal structure. You can also register the new legal entity on the SOS site.

Determine your potential tax responsibilities with federal, state, and local tax authorities. 

• Federal tax obligations are filed through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) 

• State tax filings are through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) 

If you are starting an online business, useful Marketplace Seller tax information is available. Direct questions regarding local business and property taxes with Hays County appraisal district and the Hays County tax office websites.

Although a general business license is not required in Kyle, it is important to determine necessary licenses, permits, certifications, registrations, or authorizations for specific business activity at the federal, state, and local levels. The Texas Economic Development and Tourism Business Permit Office (BPO) provides comprehensive information on state permits and licenses required for business enterprises in Texas. For more information, please refer to the State’s Business Permits Office Handbook. 

Local Planning and Building permits can be discussed with the Economic Development Department or during your pre-development meeting with City Staff.

Step 7 - Business Employer Requirements

If planning to employ staff, determine federal and state employer requirements. To learn more about Texas employer resources, visit the Texas Workforce Commission’s businesses and employers webpage. For workforce assistance, please contact Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area.