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Kenmore city endorsement
Requirements and fees
General business license
Variable
The city of Kenmore 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.
Origination fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
Renewal fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
Nonprofit businesses
$0
If you are a nonprofit business, you may be exempt from city fees. To qualify you must submit a copy of your business’ IRS 501(c) certificate with your application.
Origination fee: $0
Renewal fee: $0
Home businesses
Variable
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Kenmore Municipal Code 18.73.110. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
Origination fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
Renewal fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
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 $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
Renewal fee:
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|---|---|
|
$0 through $12,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $12,000 |
$10 |
Businesses exempt from city licensing
Your business may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly or refer to Kenmore Municipal Code chapter 5.105.040.
Average approval time
Average approval time from date a completed application is received: 1 business.
