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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.