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Business Licenses Businesses (unless excluded under the Salinas City Code - Chapter 19) operating within the city limits of Salinas are required to have a business license. This includes businesses that operate from the home. The business license tax is one of the primary sources of revenue for the city. Section 19 of the Salinas Municipal codes states in part "…It shall be unlawful for any person to do business within the City of Salinas without first having procured a license…". Business License Ordinance The City’s Business License Ordinance is contained in Chapter 19 of the Salinas Municipal Code. You may review the Ordinance in its entirety, by linking to the Salinas Municipal Code. Locating Your Business The City of Salinas has established various zoning regulations, which control the location and operation of all commercial activities. A brief check with the Planning staff in the Permit and Inspection Services office before signing lease agreements or purchasing commercial property may prove to be very valuable. For more information contact the Planning staff in the Permit and Inspections Services at 831.758.7251. Fictitious Names The owners of a business who use a fictitious name (one other than his/her own name) for their business must clear the fictitious name through the Monterey County Clerk’s Office, 240 Church Street, Salinas, CA 93901. The telephone number is 831.755.5450. State Identification Number Businesses are required to obtain a State Identification Number to report employee taxes to the State. The telephone number is 800.338.0505. Federal Employer Identification Number A Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) may be obtained from the Internal Revenue Service. The telephone number is 800.829.3676. Seller’s Permit A Seller’s Permit Number is required for all persons selling tangible property which is subject to State Sales and Use Tax. A Seller’s Permit may be obtained from the State Board of Equalization, 111 Navajo Drive, Suite 100, Salinas, Ca 93906. The telephone number is 831.443.3003. Filing Your Business License Application A standard application form is used for all businesses. Please complete only applicable information. All applications must include either the FEIN or Social Security Number as your tax identification number. Contractors must also include their State Contractors License Number. Applications for all businesses involving food, must be accompanied with a valid health permit. Retail businesses will need to provide a seller’s permit number. Home based businesses located within the city limits will also need a home occupation permit, issued by the Permit and Inspection Services Department. You may have your business license mailed to a post office box, but a specific street address is required for the business location. Type of Business Be specific in your description of the type of business. For example, if you are a consultant, list the field(s) of expertise. If you own a mail order firm, please list the type of products sold. Business Ownership Sole Proprietor — a business owned by a single person. Partnership — two or more persons who are co-owners of the business. Corporation — an independent legal and tax entity, which remains intact, even if its officers and directors change. Non-Profit — Must be recognized by the IRS as an exempt entity and must provide supporting documentation. This general information is provided to assist you in obtaining a business license from the City of Salinas. Should you have questions or require additional information, please contact the City’s Finance Department, 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, Ca 93901 or telephone 831.758.7211. IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Application You may print a copy of the Business License Application (Acrobat Reader required). The application requires the applicant’s original signature and may be mailed to the Finance Department, 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, Ca 93901 or filed in person. If you are applying by mail, please call 831.758.7211 for the correct license fee to remit. OTHER AGENCIES The following agencies provide permits and assistance in obtaining a City of Salinas business license.
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