FAQs
Business License
I conduct business in several cities. Can I get just one license to do business in all of them?
Do I need a business license even if I conduct business on a part-time basis?
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Will the City of Auburn notify me when it's time to renew my business license?
Dog License
How much does it cost for a business license?
The business license tax varies depending on the type of business. Each type of business falls into a special category, which determines the business license tax. For more information, please contact the Finance Department to determine the fees. Business license fees are nonrefundable.
How long is a business license valid?
A paid business license is valid for the entire fiscal year, July 1 through June 30.
Do I need a license if I work out of my home?
Yes. Businesses operated from the home also require payment of business tax and a home occupation permit through our Community Development Department. The zoning ordinance regulates the type of business operations that may be operated from the home.
I conduct business in several cities. Can I get just one license to do business in all of them?
Unfortuately, no. Each city has its own business license requirements. It is important to know that most California cities and counties have business license tax ordinances. However, each city has its own tax rate, structure and requirements. Check with the appropriate city or county for more information.
Do I need a business license even if I conduct business on a part-time basis?
Yes. Even if you conduct business on a part-time or limited time basis, you are required to obtain a current business license.
Will the City of Auburn notify me when it's time to renew my business license?
Yes. However, it is your responsibility to obtain renewal licenses whether or not a renewal notice is received. Penalties are assessed for delinquent accounts, regardless of whether you receive a renewal notice or not. If you do not receive a renewal notice by mid July, contact the Finance Department. Renewals notices are mailed the last business day in June.
How do I close my business license?
If you cease operating your business under a current business license, simply return a copy of your business license, along with a letter stating that you wish to close your license.
When can I get a dog license?
Every person owning or having the control, custody, or possession of any dog within the city must procure a license for each dog over four (4) months of age. Current rabies vaccination is required prior to issuance of a dog license.
What is the cost and how long is the dog license good for?
For unaltered dogs, the cost is $12.00 per year and $24.00 for two years. For altered dogs the cost is $6.00 per year (verification required) and $12.00 for two years. The dog license expiration date coincides with the rabies vaccination date. A penalty of $10.00 will be applied for any person failing to purchase a renewal license prior to the expiration date of the previously issued license. Penalty and license fee will be collected upon issuance of a renewal license.
Can dog licenses be exempt?
Upon verification of current rabies vaccination the following are exempt from dog license fees:
Seeing eye dog owned by a blind or partially blind person
Any dog certified as a canine companion for independent living and owned by a disabled person
A dog used by law enforcement personnel
Any dog owned by a senior citizen over the age of 65