FAQs • Cumberland County • CivicEngage

Does the county require a license for small businesses?: Call the municipality in which the business will be located to see if they require a license. There is no requirement for a license or permit from the county, however, there may be a requirement with the local municipality, as well as the state. You may contact the Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations at 717.787.1057. For additional information, visit the Department of State's website.
www.dos.pa.gov

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1. Do you have maps of the county?: Although there are no printed maps available, the GIS Department offers access to online maps of Cumberland County.
Cumberland County GIS Web Mapping

2. What is the population of Cumberland County?: 262,919 is the most recent estimate (2021) from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Visit The U.S. Census Bureau

3. Who are the Cumberland County Elected Officials?: A list of elected officials can be found at the link below.
Elected Officials

4. Does Cumberland County own any roads?: No, the municipality or the state owns the roads.

5. What are the municipalities and their phone numbers?: A municipal list and contact information can be found at the link below.
Municipal Contact List

6. Who are the Legislators in our area?: Area legislators can be found at the following link.
Federal & State Elected Officials

7. Does the county require a license for small businesses?: Call the municipality in which the business will be located to see if they require a license. There is no requirement for a license or permit from the county, however, there may be a requirement with the local municipality, as well as the state. You may contact the Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations at 717.787.1057. For additional information, visit the Department of State's website.
www.dos.pa.gov

8. Does the county have a Consumer Affairs Office?: The county does not have a Consumer Affairs Office. You may contact the State Bureau of Consumer Protection at 800-441-2555 or the State Office of Consumer Advocate for Public Utilities at (717) 783-5048. For additional information go to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's website.
PA State Attorney General