Apply for a Business License

How you apply for a Mendocino County Business License depends on where your business operates and the type of business you are applying for. Use the guide below to ensure your application is submitted to the correct department to help avoid delays.

Where do I apply?

Where you apply depends on where your business operates. Choose the tab that fits your business.

Fixed Location

If your business operates in the unincorporated area of the county and you have a physical location (commercial or home base) in unincorporated Mendocino County:

  1. Download the application.
  2. Fill it out completely.
  3. Submit your application and payment to Planning and Building.

Business-License-Application-Packet-08192026.pdf(PDF, 946KB)

Out of County/No Fixed Location

If your business is out of county, a mobile business (food truck, mobile services, vendor, etc.) or you do not operate from a fixed location in the unincorporated area of the county, then you need to apply through the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s office:

  1. Download the application.
  2. Go through the checklist in the packet carefully.
  3. Submit your application to the Mendocino County Tax Collector, 501 Low Gap Rd, Room 1060, Ukiah, CA 95482.

Out of County Business License Application(PDF, 843KB)

If your business is within city limits (Ukiah, Fort Bragg, Willits or Point Arena) you must contact the corresponding city for guidance on how to apply for a city business license.

Department Review

The Department in which you submit your application will complete the review. If approved, the Tax Collector will issue the license. Questions? Call 707-234-6875 or email ttc@mendocinocounty.gov

Important Regulations

Business Licenses are regulated by County Ordinances. Please review the ordinances below for detailed requirements.

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