Do you plan to open a business in Chula Vista?

If you are planning to open a business in Chula Vista, whether you plan to buy an already established business, work from home or open an entirely new business, you will need a business license.  You can print an application from the Chula Vista website or you can pick one up at the Finance Department at 276 Fourth Avenue in Chula Vista.  The Finance Department can be reached by phone at (619) 691-5250.  If you need to renew your license, it can be done online at the Chula Vista website, or by using the contact information above to reach the Finance Department.

Are you planning to operate a business from your home?

If you are planning to run your business from your place of residence, in addition to a business license, you must also submit a Home Occupation Permit application.  This application can be procured at the Building Division in the Public Services Building at 276 Fourth Avenue.  There are certain rules and regulations that you must comply with to run a business from your home.  Some of these regulations include (but are not limited to):

1. Your business cannot involve the use of power equipment with more than one total of horsepower
2. You will not create any excessive traffic, whether pedestrian or vehicular
3. The business may not create noise, dust, oder, fumes, smoke, electrical interference, etc.
4. No one living outside the residence is permitted to work in or for your business
5. There can be no sales on the premises
6. Off street parking must be maintained
7. No vehicles (storage vans, delivery vehicles, pick-ups) which are related to the business should be kept on the premises

For a complete list, or if you have any questions, contact the Building Division at the Public Services Building at 276 Fourth Avenue or call (619) 691-5250.

What information should you have for your business license application?

You will need to complete your business license application completely and accurately. To do so, there is specific information that will be needed.  You will need a physical address for your business, and all contact information including the business mailing address, business phone number and an e-mail address.  There needs to be a description of the business that you plan to operate.  If you plan to hire any employees, you will need to state how many you plan to hire.  If your business deals in rentals (hotel, motel, apartments) you will need to state the number of units.  If you have video machines or vending machines you need to provide the number you will have. 

All owner information, including contact information, driver’s license information, the last four digits of their social security number and home address should be provided.  The application type (renewal, change of owner, name, address or classification) will need to be checked off.  The type of ownership will need to be provided as well, meaning whether the business is owned by a sole proprietor, is part of a LLC, a larger coporation, a trust or a non-profit. 

You will need to date your application and provide a date in which your business will start.  If you have emergency contact information, there is space provided to supply it.  Once you complete your application, you need to sign it and then return it, with all applicable fees to the Business Finance Department at 276 Fourth Avenue in Chula Vista.

What fees can you expect to incur?

Fees for business licenses are dependent upon the type of business you are opening.  For a Home Occupation Permit, you will pay $25.00 plus your business license application fees.  To find out exactly what you will be required to pay, you should contact the Finance Division of the City of Chula Vista at (619) 691-5250.  They will be able to answer questions pertaining to what your fees will be.

Do you need additional permits? 

Depending on the type of business you plan to conduct, you may need additional permits or licenses.  You must contact the Finance Department at (619) 691-5250 to inquire about additional licenses or permits.  Even with other permits, you are still required to obtain your business license. 

Is there any other information that you need to know?

If you have other questions, or want to speak to someone about your business plans, you can contact the City of Chula Vista Finance Department at (619) 691-5250, or visit them at 276 Fourth Avenue in Chula Vista.

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