Permit Guide Opening a Business
Business License Processing
A business license may be issued at City Hall while you wait. Your application must be complete and include all necessary documents. You may need to bring the following: Seller’s Permit showing a Huntington Beach location; Health Permit; Certificate of Occupancy or receipt.
- Download an application from our website. Complete the application and bring it to City Hall on the 1st floor, 2000 Main Street or mail it to Business License P.O. Box 190, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
- View the Tax Rates on the website to find the cost of the Business License or call the Business License Office at (714) 536-5267
- If mailing in your application, please allow for mail and processing times which may take up to 2 weeks.
- Read more detailed information on How to Obtain a Business License
Please call the Business License Office at 714-536-5267 if you require assistance.
The Certificate of Occupancy does not apply to Home-Based Businesses.
Questions Contact Us:
Business License
714 - 536 - 5267
Planning/Zoning Counter*
714 - 536 - 5271
Building Division*
714 - 536 - 5241
Fire Department
714 - 536 - 5411
Office of Business Development
714 - 536 - 5582
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
* Closed from 12 to 1pm
This information is available in a pamphlet, Permit Guide for: Opening a Business in Huntington Beach
Permit Guide for Opening a Business
Did you know?
The Huntington Beach Fire Department charges for emergency medical services and ambulance transportation. However, residents can join the FireMed Program and protect their out-of-pocket costs! Read more about the FireMed Program.
