City of Camarillo
New Business License Application
What You Need to Know to Get Started
- Business licenses are renewed annually.
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If your business is located in Camarillo, you must first apply for zoning approval with the Community Development Department before applying for a business tax certificate.
- For home-based businesses, apply for a Home Occupation Permit.
- For commercial businesses, apply for a Zoning Approval.
Applications for both permits can be found at
this link.
After receiving zoning approval, you can then proceed to apply for a business tax certificate.
If you have questions about compliance, contact the Community Development Department - Planning Division at
805-388-5360.
- The business start date is the first date your business began operating in the City of Camarillo.
- An Employee Identification Number (EIN) is REQUIRED:
- Sole owners/partnerships: Provide social security numbers for all owners/partners.
- LLCs, Limited Partnerships, Trusts, or Corporations: Provide a FEIN or SEIN for the business.
Reinstating an Existing Account
If you've previously held a business license with the City of Camarillo and ownership remains the same, please contact us to reinstate the account.
Call us at 805-388-5330 or email us at
businesstax@cityofcamarillo.org.
Be prepared to provide the owner name, business address, contact phone, owner's last four of social security or FEIN, and if applicable, your State License Number.
Important Notice:
Beginning October 2023, letters are being sent by HdL, a firm based in Fresno, on behalf of the City of Camarillo. These letters are directed to businesses that have not registered for a business tax certificate.
If you receive a letter, do not apply on the City’s website. Instead, contact HdL directly at
805-312-9039 or email them at
camarillocompliance@hdlgov.com.
Contact Information
Business Tax Division
City of Camarillo
Phone: 805-388-5330
Email: businesstax@cityofcamarillo.org
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