The president, treasurer, and other officers of a corporation may be shareholders, but they are not the owners of the business for our purposes. We consider the corporation itself the owner of the business. Just send us a follow-up email to BLRenewal@cityofsanrafael.org with updated contact information.
To save paper, postage, and staff time, we are no longer printing new certificates every time a license is renewed, unless there is a significant change such as a new business name or address. You can view expiration dates in the online business registry.
There are a few things to be sure to do so we can process your business license in a timely fashion: Register online and promptly respond to any follow-up emails and additional requests. If your business is located within city limits, Contact the Planning Division to get their zoning approval ahead of time. Pay the … Continued
“Business tax certificate” is simply a more accurate term for what is commonly referred to as a “business license.” Our Finance Department collects business tax but does not regulate businesses; therefore, we are trying to minimize the use of the term “business license,” which suggests the granting of permission.
Third parties occasionally ask to see your business license. On the top of our main business license webpage, there is a business registry search feature that third parties can use to see if your San Rafael business license is current. We also have a license verification letter that can be emailed to you, just email BLRenewal@cityofsanrafael.org or … Continued
As of January 1st 2022, we have gone paperless. As a courtesy we will email your renewal reminder around 3 weeks before your expiration date to the email address on file. This email will have a direct link to the renewal portal along with the account number and PIN that you will need to log … Continued
As indicated on the renewal notice, your renewal must be physically received by the City by the due date. We do not accept postmarks.
Annual renewals are due January 1 (unless you operate a financial institution, an insurance company, or a non-profit on a July – June renewal cycle). There is a 45-day grace period, after which penalties are assessed. If your payment was received after February 15, you were actually more than 45 days late.
Commercial locations are periodically visited by Fire Inspectors for compliance with life safety regulations. This fee covers the cost of these inspections. If you have additional questions about this fee, please contact the Fire Prevention Bureau.
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