The City of Bainbridge Island 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: $65
Renewal fee: $65
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
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Bainbridge Island Municipal Code 18.09.030. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
Origination fee: $65
Renewal fee: $65
If your business is operating within city limits, your license fee is determined by the gross annual income you earn within this city’s limits:
| Reported gross annual income | License fee |
|---|---|
| $0 through $2,000 | $0 |
| Above $2,000 | $65 |
| Reported gross annual income | License fee |
|---|---|
| $0 through $2,000 | $0 |
| Above $2,000 | $65 |
Your business may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly.
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