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Gig Harbor city endorsement
Requirements and fees
General business license
Variable
The city of Gig Harbor requires a license for all businesses located within city limits, or conducting business within city limits. If you are not sure if you will do business within the city limits, contact the city directly before you apply.
If you will have more than one business located on a single property, you must complete a separate application for each business.
As of August 24, 2015, Gig Harbor prohibits marijuana-related businesses. These types of business applications will not be considered by the city.
Note: Peddlers are those who go from place to place offering for sale goods, wares, merchandise or service of any type. Solicitors are those seeking to obtain gifts, donations or contributions of money, clothing, or other things of value. Peddlers and/or solicitors will apply directly with the city of Gig Harbor; not through the state. Learn more the about the application process for Peddlers/Solicitors.
Origination fee:
| Square footage | Endorsement fee |
|---|---|
| 0 through 200 | $60 |
| Above 200 | $120 |
Renewal fee:
| Square footage | Endorsement fee |
|---|---|
| 0 through 200 | $60 |
| Above 200 | $120 |
Nonprofit businesses
$0
Businesses qualify for the nonprofit license if they are registered with the Office of the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation.
Origination fee: $0
Renewal fee: $0
Home businesses
$60
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Gig Harbor Municipal Code 17.84.010. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
Origination fee: $60
Renewal fee: $60
Non-resident businesses
Variable
If your business is physically located outside city limits, but conducts business within city limits, your license fee is determined by gross annual income earned within this city’s limits:
Origination fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$60 |
Renewal fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$60 |
Businesses exempt from city licensing
Your business may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly.
Average approval time
City approval time not available. Contact the city directly for more information.
