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1. Where is the City of Marina business license valid?

The City of Marina business license is valid within the City limits.

2. Will I need other City permits (such as use permit, home-occupation permit, fictitious business name filing, etc.)?

Use and home-occupation permit – Planning Department (831) 884-1220

Fictitious business name filing – County of Monterey Clerk’s Office (831) 755-5450

3. How do I apply or renew for a business license?

Online at https://marina.hdlgov.com/

Telephone at (831) 920-3890

4. Will you honor my Monterey County business license or one from another city?

No, a City of Marina business license is required.

5. Do I need a business license for residential or commercial rentals/leasing?

Yes, see City Ord. Ch. 5.20 http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Marina/

6. Are any businesses exempt?

Business exemptions include: charitable and nonprofit organizations, disabled veterans, minors (under sixteen years of age; see code), and artists and art exhibits (less than $1,000 per year).  For proof of qualification, see City Ord. Ch. 5.12

http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Marina/

7. How do I apply or renew for a business license?

Online at marina.hdlgov.com

Telephone at (831) 920-3890

8. Does the City business license expire?

The City business license expires on June 30th of each year. The business license tax is due on July 1st for the license period of July 1st – June 30th. For renewal process, see answer above.

See City Ord. Ch. 5.16. codepublishing.com/CA/Marina

9. What are the business license penalties for late filing?

Late payment penalties are applied as follows: August 1st -31st of 10%, Sept 1st – 30th of 35%, after Oct 1st of 50%. See City Ord. Ch. 5.16 codepublishing.com/CA/Marina

10. How do I change an address or ownership?

For change of address:

Update online at marina.hdlgov.com/

Telephone (831) 920-3890

For change of ownership:

A new business license application is required.

Apply online at marina.hdlgov.com or call (831) 920-3890