Business License

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All businesses operating from a fixed location in the City of Rancho Cordova must have a Business License.

How to Apply For or Renew A Business License

Apply for, renew and pay for your Business License online through Rancho Cordova Online!

You may also continue to submit your Business License in person using the following forms:

Fees

Following are fees for business licenses.

License	Fee (1st Application)	Renewal Fee
General Business License	$103	$103
General Business License with Tobacco	$321	$321
Home-Based Business License	$103	$103
Out of Area Contractor License	$103	$103
Special Business License	$318, includes $32 background check	$286
Rental Housing Registration	Registration Fee ($50) + SB 1186 fee ($4) + (number of units X $16 Rental Housing Code Compliance fee per unit) = Total Rental Housing Registration Fee	Registration Fee ($50) + SB 1186 fee ($4) + (number of units X $16 Rental Housing Code Compliance fee per unit) = Total Rental Housing Registration Fee
Employee Permit	$213, includes $32 background check	$181
Fireworks Stand License	$40	N/A

Compliance with Disability Access Laws

On October 11, 2017, Governor Brown amended law SB 1186, which adds a state fee of $4 on any applicant for a local business license or similar instrument or permit, or renewal thereof. The purpose is to increase disability access and compliance with construction-related accessibility requirements and to develop educational resources for businesses in order to facilitate compliance with federal and state disability laws, as specified.

Under federal and state law, compliance with disability access laws is a serious and significant responsibility that applies to all California building owners and tenants with buildings open to the public.

Agency Resources

You may obtain information about your legal obligations and how to comply with disability access laws at the following agencies:

Frequently Asked Questions

How often must a Business License be renewed?

Are some businesses exempt from having to obtain a Business License?

Do home-based businesses require a Business License?

Are there additional requirements?

Depending on your business, additional permits may be required by the county and the state. See below for details.

County of Sacramento

Fictitious Business Name
Health Permits
Personal Property Tax for Business
Air Quality Permits

State of California

Alcohol Beverage License
Department of Motor Vehicles
Resale/Sellers Permit
Employee Withholding and Regulations
Department of Consumer Affairs (state licensing for certain businesses and professions