Who is required to obtain a City Business License?

All businesses operating in the City of Healdsburg (City) are required to obtain a business license. “Operating” is defined as ALL businesses within City limits including but not limited to fixed site, itinerant, mobile, non-profit, home-based, consignment, subcontractor, & web businesses, as well as business located outside City limits generating revenue from within the City such as contractors with a jobsite within the City, a service provider performing onsite within the City, Farmers Market vendors, etc.
A separate license shall be required for each branch establishment or location. Only one license will be issued to each location covering all types of business at the same location (i.e., service, retail, wholesale, etc.).

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1. Why is a City Business License required?
2. Who is required to obtain a City Business License?
3. When must I file for a business license application?
4. Do I need a new license if I sell or move my business?
5. Are any businesses exempt from paying a business license fee?
6. What period does a Business License cover?
7. What is the Business License fee based on?
8. Can I get a refund if I over estimate my gross receipts?
9. Once I submit my license what is the City process for approval?
10. What is considered a Hazardous Material?
11. How do I get utilities for my new business?
12. Who do I contact if I have questions about Business Licenses?