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1. What is a business license?

A business license is a business tax paid to the City in order to conduct business legally within the City limits. The purpose of the license is to generate revenue for the City of Hemet to provide police and fire protection, fire and crime prevention and many other community services.

2. Who needs a business license?

Per the City of Hemet Business License Ordinance #1158 Section 18-45,
all businesses operating in the City of Hemet are required to have a business license, this includes businesses which operate from a home.

A City Business License is required in each city where you conduct business and at each location within the city

3. When do I obtain a City business license?

A license must be obtained prior to the start of your business. Obtaining your license prior to conducting business will allow you to avoid penalties that may be incurred.

4. Where do I obtain a business license?

The Business License Department is located at 445 E Florida Ave Hemet CA 92544

5. Is a business license all I need to conduct business legally?

The issuance of a business license does not entitle the license holder to carry on any business which is otherwise prohibited. It may be necessary for you to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy, a Conditional Use Permit and/or any other City, State, or Federal approvals before your business may operate.

6. When will my license expire and how do I renew it?

All City of Hemet Business Licenses expire on December 31st each year. · Licenses must be renewed each year - Failure to renew will result in penalties

7. Do I need a seller's permit?

Any sales of tangible items require a sellers permit from the California State Board of Equalization (951)680-6400 or visit their web site http://www.boe.ca.gov
Located at 3737 Main St. 10thFloor #1000, Riverside CA 92506

If you already have a valid sellers permit but it is not registered for your new business, you must contact the State Board of Equalization regarding changes and/or additions

8. Do I need a fictitious name or DBA?

California law requires that every person who regularly transacts business for profit under a fictitious name, must file and publish a Fictitious Name Statement
To file a statement please contact the Riverside County Clerk’s office at (951) 766-2500 or visit their http://riverside.asrclkrec.com/SVfbn.asp websit.

County Clerk’s office is located at 880 N State St, Suite B6, Hemet, CA, their phone # is (951) 766-2500.

9. When do I pay for my license?

Your completed Business License Application and applicable fees must be received by the Business License Department before your license will be issued. Once you pay, you will receive a temporary license. Generally your license will be mailed within 2 weeks.

10. When will I receive my business license?

When you have met all requirements and paid your fees, you will receive a temporary business license. Generally, your license will be mailed to you within 2 weeks.