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Building Permit Build, alter, renovate, or repair commercial building or change how it is being used
Residential Permit Build, Alter or Renovate or Repair Residential Building
Electrical Permit Add, Alter or Repair Electrical Systems or Fixtures in Building
Mechanical Permit Add. Amy buildinglter or Repair Mechanical Systems in building.
Plumbing Permit Add or Alter Plumbing Systems or Fixtures in building
Temporary Use Permit Use Building or Land for a temporary use.
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Marijuana Applicants

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Who Needs a Business License

Click here for a list of businesses that need a license

Click here for Treasury Business License Clearance Application

Business License Process

 

Pay your business licensing fees online

Go to online licensing fee portal to access the different payment portals for all of the fees associated with business licensing.

Watch this short video to see the basics of how Business Licensing functions

 

Open this PowerPoint to learn more about each of the City departments' clearance process your business may need to obtain your business license.

Applying for a permit

If you are unsure which trade permit(s) or license(s) are required for your business, check out our business portal & map out your project. Click here to access the Electronic Licensing and Permitting System. 

See which permits you need to start or renovate your business

Business Portal