You will need to apply for a Vallejo business license from the Business License Division located at 555 Santa Clara Street on the first floor. You may also print an application from City of Vallejo website from the Finance page. In addition to your business license, you will need to obtain zoning clearance to be sure that your business activities are acceptable in the zone that your business property will be located within. It is wise to check with the Planning Division prior to entering into any real estate contracts on any property. This will save you time and money if your proposed business is prohibited in the zone where your business property is located. All businesses, including home occupations, will need to contact the Planning Division to apply for zoning approval. Be aware that some zoning and planning clearance can include an environmental review and could take up to three months for certain approvals. You may want to contact the Planning Division early on in the process of licensure. They can be reached by phone at (707) 648-4326.
To complete your Vallejo business license application, you will need to submit the following information:
You may need to contact other agencies, whether local, state, or federal, to collect all permits and licenses that may be necessary to conduct your business legally. If you plan to handle food in your business, for example, you will likely need to have a health permit from the Solano County Health Department ((707) 784-6765). Alcohol sales may require a license from the Alcoholic Beverage Control department. Each commercial business in Vallejo is expected to obtain a fire and life safety inspection by contacting the the Fire Department at (707) 648-4565. Those planning to operate a home business will need to contact the Planning Division to request an application for a home occupation permit. Contact the Business License Division at (707) 648-4310 to discuss your business and to determine if you will need any separate licenses.
Your costs are based on the type of business you are involved in, such as pawnbroker, vending, food sales, transporting customers, massage-related, etc. The costs may also include gross income. A fee schedule in located on the City of Vallejo website and can be found on the second page of your business license. Contact the Business License Division for assistance in calculating your fees.
Contact the Business License Division at (707) 648-4310, or visit them in person at 555 Santa Clara Street on the first floor. Use the information on the City of Vallejo website to guide you in your business endeavors.
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