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Finance Department - Business License Applications and Renewals
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Finance Department - Business License Applications and Renewals
Business License applications are located on our website. You may also get an application by visiting our office located at 1010 10th Street in Modesto on the second floor suite 2100.
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Finance Department - Business License Applications and Renewals
All businesses doing business in the City of Modesto require proper identification, an application and to pay the prorated taxes and fees required depending on the type of business.
Special Requirements
Business Requirement Massage Therapists California Massage Therapy Permit Issued by California Massage Therapy Council Building Contractors State Contractors License Issued by California State License Board Note: Businesses with permanent locations in the Modesto city limits must meet Zoning and Fire regulations. Contact the Zoning Department at 209-577-5279 and the Fire Prevention Bureau at 209-571-5553 for further information.
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Finance Department - Business License Applications and Renewals
These are the forms that would need to be attached to your business license renewal depending on the type of business. These forms should be filled out, saved to your device and uploaded to the online renewal portal.
Subcontractor Adjustment List (PDF)
This form is for General Contractors to adjust the amounts paid to a licensed sub-contractor. General Contractors must fill this form out and attach it to their renewal to be allowed this adjustment.
A taxpayer may reduce total receipts from the operation of business or from work performed in the City by a percentage that represents activities that occur outside the city. If you believe this applies to your business please complete this BL-2 Apportionment worksheet.