The City of Port Hueneme welcomes you, and we recognize the value and importance of a strong and varied business community. Starting a business can be exciting and challenging. We wish you great success in your new venture!
There are many things to consider and various agencies to contact when starting or operating a business. While each endeavor may have its own unique situation or purpose, it is important for you to research prior to starting the application procedure.
We hope to offer you a better understanding of the business license tax and provide you with steps required for the application process. For your convenience, there is a listing of other agencies' in the “download forms” section and below is a list of “Frequently Asked Questions” to assist you.
The easiest and fastest way to apply for a new business license or renew your current license is using the online filing method. To begin, simply click on the "Submit a Business License Application" located below under the Apply subheading.
If you need further assistance applying for a business license, you are welcome to contact us at PortHueneme@hdlgov.com or by phone at (805) 290-4927. Phone support is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (PST).
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All vendors performing services or providing goods within the City Limits and Naval Base Ventura County require a business license. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions [FAQ’s] for business licenses in the download form section above for more information.
Issuance of a Business License is evidence only of the fact that a license tax has been paid. Submitting an application does not constitute zoning or any other approval of the proposed use, nor does it sanction or permit the operation of your business.
We send annual renewal notices; however, it is the certificate holder’s responsibility to renew on time to avoid late fees, and to notify us in writing of any changes.
- When any person, by the use of signs, circulars, cards, telephone books, or newspapers, shall advertise, hold out, or represent that the person is in business in the City, or when any person holds an active license or permit issued by a governmental agency indicating that the person is in business in the City, or when any person makes a sale, takes an order, renders a commercial service, or performs any other similar act within the City.