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1. How do I submit my Business License Application?

We accept business licenses via online, mail or in person Monday through Friday 8a.m.-5p.m. at 1225 Lincoln Way -Room 1. Fees can be paid by check, money order, cash, or credit card.

2. Do I need a Home Business Permit?

If your principal place of business is in the City of Auburn, but in a home and/or apartment you will need to complete a Home Occupation Permit. If you are renting and are not the homeowner, you will need a signature on the Home Occupation Application from the owner/landlord verifying that they have given you permission to use the residence for your business.

3. What are the fees for obtaining a new business license?

Home Occupation Permit Application: $11.00

Duplicate/Reprint License: $1.00

Business License Tax:  See Business License Fee Schedule 33.025 in the Auburn Municipal Code

4. My business is Massage, what documentation is required at the time of application?

If you are applying for a business license and your business is Massage, you will need to provide a copy of your State of California Certificate and CAMTC ID. If you do not have a CAMTC Certification then your license will fall under the Auburn Municipal Code Chapter 112 Massage Establishments and Technicians

5. If I need to make a change to my business license, what do I do?

For address or owner change you will need to complete a new Business License Application and submit it with a $1 fee.

Please check the box on the upper right hand side of the form indicating “change of location” or “change of address.”

If your business name changed you will need to apply for a new business license, including all associated fees.  The old business license will be closed.   

6. My business license expired; do I owe a penalty fee?

We allow a 30-day grace period from the business license expiration date to renew without penalty.  After the 30-day grace period, there is a 10% penalty fee assessed for each month your license is delinquent up to a maximum penalty of 50%.

For annual renewals, penalties will be imposed if payment is not received by July 31.

                PENALTY SCHEDULE:

                Month of August 10%

                Month of September, additional 10%

                Month of October, additional 10%

                Month of November, additional 10%

                Month of December, additional 10%

                Maximum penalty is 50%

7. I have received my Business License Renewal, how do I calculate the amount due?

If you renewal form shows Rate Type:  Gross Receipts, you will need to use the instructions on the Business License Renewal Notice to determine your business license tax due.  Incomplete forms will be returned. 

All other rate types are a flat rate and have the amount due clearly printed on the form. 

8. Can I renew my license online?

Yes, Go to our website and follow the instructions using your renewal form.  Your account number is your license number and the online renewal PIN # is located at the top of your renewal form. We accept credit cards.

9. I only conduct business online and do not have customers coming to my home or office. Do I still need a business License?

Yes

10. My business address is in Auburn, but I only do paperwork in my Auburn location. All of business is conducted in other cities and counties. Do is still need a business license?

Yes.

11. My business is location in Auburn, but I also conduct business in other cities and counties. Do I need a business license for each city and county?

Your City of Auburn business license allows you to conduct business in the City of Auburn.  Contact the other jurisdictions in question regarding their business license requirements.

12. 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 business license.

13. Will I receive a business license renewal notice?

Yes.  You should receive a renewal notice in the mail.  If you do not receive a renewal notice, please contact our office at (530)823-4211 Ext 142.

14. I am no longer doing business in the City of Auburn and want to close my business license.

If you have received a renewal form there is a box in the upper right section of the form where you can indicate that you are no longer doing business in the City.  Fill out the date closed, sign and return to the address on the renewal form or you may fax it to 530-823-4209.  If you do not have a renewal form, please contact our office at 530-823-4211 Ext 142

15. Do I need a business license if my business is Non-Profit or Exempt?

Yes.  You will need to file a Business License Application.  You are required to submit a copy of your IRS form 501c indication your eligibility for nonprofit status. 

The business license tax is waived.

A renewal form will be mailed each year in July.  The form is required to be signed and returned to verify the business is still operating.  A new business license will be mailed upon receipt of the renewal form.  No business license tax will be due for renewal. 

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1. What is the purpose of conducting a Citizens' Awareness Academy?

- To educate the residents of Auburn
- To provide department transparency
- To promote citizen advocacy
- To give the public information on how the Police Department works and its policies and procedures, through a series of classes involving instruction by Police Officers, Dispatchers, Volunteers, and other Law Enforcement Professionals.

2. Where did the concept originate?

The program originated in Orlando, Florida in 1984. Orlando was the first city in the United States to start a Citizens' Awareness Academy.

3. What was the Auburn Police Department's incentive for starting a Citizens' Awareness Academy?

We feel the more information the public has about the police department, less fears and misconceptions will exist.

4. Where does the class meet?

Participants meet at Auburn City Hall's Rose Room. There will be a total of approximately 22 hours of instruction by police officers. All classes are free.

5. What are the requirements to attend the Citizens' Awareness Academy?

You must be at least 18 years old and live or work in the Auburn area. You must have no felony convictions. The Chief of Police may waive these requirements.

6. How do you apply?

Complete the Citizens' Awareness Academy application and either mail it, fax it, or email it to the Auburn Police Department. Find more information on the Citizens' Awareness Academy page.

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1. How do I get a copy of a birth, death or marriage certificate?

The County Recorder is responsible for recording and filing of these documents, so you need to contact Placer County Clerk at (530) 886-5610 or http://www.placer.ca.gov/departments/recorder.

2. How do I get a copy of a divorce decree or other related documents?

The Placer County Justice Center handles all civil, criminal and family matters. You can contact the courts at (916) 408-6000 or http://www.placer.courts.ca.gov/contact/contact_us.html.

3. Who is my elected representative if I live outside the city limits in Auburn?

The Board of Supervisors is the governing body of the County and certain special districts. They can be contacted at (530) 889-4010 or http://www.placer.ca.gov/bos/staff.

4. How can I register to vote?

For your convenience, you can register to vote online at www.ss.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/

Additionally, you may contact the Placer County Elections office at (530) 886-5650. To read more information, you may also go to the Placer County website at www.placerelections.com

5. When does the Auburn City Council meet?

The City Council meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month at 6p.m., unless otherwise noted. They meet in the Council Chambers in City Hall, at 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn. The agenda is available online at least 72 hours before the meeting.

6. How do I get a certificate of recognition from the Mayor?

Do you know an Auburn resident turning 100? Someone opening a brand new business in the City of Auburn? Contact the Clerk's office to request a Mayor's Certificate of Recognition. alind@auburn.ca.gov

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1. When can I apply?

Applications are accepted for posted positions. The City will announce employment opportunities as they occur. Openings are posted on our Job Openings page.

2. What do I need to submit?

Applicants are encouraged submit online employment applications. Alternatively, you may download an employment application and deliver it to City of Auburn, Department of Administrative Services at 1225 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603. Resumes unaccompanied by an application are not accepted.

In addition to the employment application, the following may be required, depending on the position you are applying for:

DMV printout
Typing certificate
Resume
Supplemental questionnaire

Applicants have the responsibility to explain their qualifications fully and clearly. Please read job announcements carefully for application instructions and requirements, noting the application deadline. Your original, signed application must be received by the application deadline.

3. Where does the city advertise current employment opportunities?

Employment opportunities with the city are always posted on the city's website and at city offices. In addition, the city tends to advertise in the Sacramento Bee, Auburn Journal and may utilize other sources to target applicants in various fields.

4. How long is a probationary period?

New employees are generally on probation for 12 months. Based on extenuating circumstances, the probationary period may be extended.

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1. How do I drive through a signal if it is out due to loss of electricity?

According to the California Vehicle Code, when a signalized intersection is blacked out due to a loss of power, all motorists must treat the intersection as an all-way stop.

2. How do I report an obvious malfunction with an existing traffic signal?

If a traffic signal light bulb is out, has been knocked over, is stuck in red, or does not turn green for a particular direction, please call Auburn Police Dispatch at 530-823-4234. Be sure to give the operator the intersecting streets, the direction of the problem, and a clear description of the problem.

3. How do pedestrian signals work?

A pedestrian signal allows a safer way for pedestrians to cross the street at signalized intersections. The pedestrian signal, when activated, provides time for the pedestrian to enter the street on the steady "Walk" and to finish crossing the street on the flashing "Don't Walk" signal. The pedestrian signal is normally activated by a push-button that tells the signal controller that there is a pedestrian who wishes to cross the street.

4. How much will this citation cost?

The court sets all fines and will inform you by mail regarding the amount owed, or will do so in court on your court date.

5. May I attend traffic school to take care of this citation?

DMV allows drivers to attend court-approved traffic school once every 18 months, and drivers must pay all the applicable fines and fees for their citations, plus the additional amount for the school itself.However, by attending traffic school the violation will not be added to your record.

6. May I pay my traffic citation by mail?

Yes. The court will mail out a notice but does not guarantee its delivery. If you receive a notice in the mail, you may pay the fine via mail. Otherwise, you need to appear in court on the date and time listed on the citation.

7. May I contest this citation?

Yes. Appear in court on the date and time listed on your citation, and explain to the judge that you wish to contest the citation.

8. What if the court does not send me a letter after I get a traffic citation?

If you don't get a letter, you must appear in court. The court date, time and location will be indicated on the bottom of your citation.

9. What is red light running?

A violation occurs when a motorist deliberately enters an intersection after the signal light has turned red. Motorists who are already in an intersection when the signal changes to red - while waiting to turn, for example - are not red light running.

10. Is red light running a serious problem?

Drivers who run red lights are responsible for an estimated 260,000 crashes in the U.S. each year, killing over 800 people each year. Nationally, red light running fatalities increased by 15% between 1992 and 1997, far outpacing the 6% rise in all other fatal crashes. Red light running accidents are also the most likely to cause injury. Occupant injuries occur in 45% of red light running accidents, compared with 30% for other types.

11. What is the difference between a green arrow and a round green signal indication?

A green arrow gives you the right-of-way to make a protected turn. A round green ball means you have to yield to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians before you make your turn.

12. Why does it take so long sometimes for the signal to turn green?

There could be many reasons for this. Many intersections are congested and have a lot of traffic approaching from different directions. Sometimes you just have to wait your turn. If a pedestrian pushes the pedestrian button, the "Walk" and flashing clearance will stay on for a certain amount of time, requiring conflicting traffic movements to have a red light. The longer the pedestrian crossing distance, the longer the flashing clearance has to stay on.

Occasionally, a fire or police vehicle, train or ambulance may preempt the signal with their strobe lights, causing the conflicting traffic movements to remain red. Sometimes it is an issue of priority, as a roadway with heavier traffic will typically have more green time than the side street with less traffic to reduce overall delay to the most number of drivers. Some of our busier roadways have the signals synchronized during peak traffic hours, and that may cause the side street approaches to wait longer than normal.