At 2:45 you are comparing Apples to Oranges A business is open to the public and the public is everyone. The city and State where you apply for a business license can have stipulations on your business and usually do. As an example some cities do not allow construction work to begin to early. You have laws prohibiting loud noise after 10pm. Friendships do not come under the pervue of state and city government unless you are a felon.