COVID-19 Business Closures

Wondering if your business can remain open? The lists below are not exhaustive--if you aren’t sure, search for your NAICS 4-digit industry code in DEED’s list of critical industries or fill out this form and DEED will reply as soon as possible.

In accordance with the Governor’s Emergency Executive Order 20-20, note that all employees who can work from home are required to do so, even if they are eligible for a Critical Section Worker exemption.

Businesses that can remain open

  • Hospitals
  • Clinics
  • Grocery stores
  • Gas stations
  • Convenience stores
  • Liquor stores
  • Pharmacies
  • Hardware stores
  • Banks
  • Child daycare centers
  • Post offices
  • Construction

Businesses that may remain open (with limitations)

  • Restaurants, cafes, and coffeeshops must be closed to dine-in service and operate on a delivery or take-out basis only

Businesses that must close

  • Entertainment venues
  • Gyms and fitness centers
  • Theaters
  • Bowling alleys
  • Tobacco shops
  • Hair and nail salons
  • Tattoo and piercing parlors, massage, and other body work
  • Food courts, food halls, and other places of public accommodation if they are unable to provide curbside takeout or delivery service while maintaining adequate distance (6 feet) between waiting customers