Holland Reporter

There were 16 accountancy licenses issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Ottawa County during the third quarter, a 33.3 percent increase over the same quarter of the previous year, according to data provided by the department.

LARA comprises several agencies, bureaus and commissions that influence business growth and job creation through regulation.

Due to data inconsistencies not all professional licenses for the area are listed.