Do I need planning, zoning and/or building permits before I submit my business license tax application?

Individuals and businesses can submit and pay a tax anytime they expect to do business in Cloverdale. However, planning, zoning and/or building permit requirements may also need to be in place before you start providing business services.

Please contact the Cloverdale Community Development and Planning Department at 707-894-1701 for more information. They are open Monday through Thursday from 8 am to 5 pm.

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1. What is a Business License Tax Certificate?
2. If the city's Business License Tax doesn't regulate professionals, trades people and business owners, what does the license do?
3. Who needs to pay the Business License Tax?
4. I receive a 1099 earnings certificate that I file with my tax return because my employer does not pay me like their other employees. Do I need to pay the Business License Tax?
5. Why do I need to pay this tax?
6. Do I need planning, zoning and/or building permits before I submit my business license tax application?
7. Do I need to have a fictitious business name or DBA?
8. Are there any restrictions on where I do business
9. I conduct business in several towns. Can I just get one license to do business in all of them?
10. My business is just starting and I haven't made any money. Do I still have to pay a tax?
11. I own more than one business. Do I need to pay a separate tax for each?
12. How much does a Business License cost?
13. How often do I pay this tax?
14. How do I obtain a license and how long does it take to apply?