The City of Morro Bay welcomes you to its 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

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” or "Renew a Business License" buttons located below.

If you need further assistance applying for a business license, you are welcome to contact us at Morrobay@hdlgov.com or by phone at (805) 339-2649. Phone support is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (PST).
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Frequently Asked Questions

You must obtain a license when you conduct any business activity within the City, even if your business is located outside of the city limits or if you have a business license from another city. Morro Bay Municipal Code Sec. 5.04.070: When any person by use of signs, circulars, cards, telephone books, or newspapers, advertises, holds out, or represents that he is in business in the city, or when any person holds an active license or permit issued by a governmental agency indicating that he is in business in the city, and such person fails to deny by a sworn statement given to the collector that he is not conducting a business in the city, after being requested to do so by the collector, then these facts shall be considered prima facie evidence that he is conducting a business in the city.

All business tax certificates issued shall expire on the last day of the month occurring one year after the effective date of issue.

Business Tax Certificates are NOT automatically canceled. We need to hear from you. You may send a written notification, call or email us at morrobay@hdlgov.com.