Requirements and fees
The city of Kenmore requires a license for all businesses located within city limits. Businesses physically located outside city limits are not required to be licensed by the City of Kenmore in order to conduct business within city limits.
If you will have more than one business located on a single property, you must complete a separate application for each business.
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$10 |
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.
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.
|
Reported gross annual income |
License fee |
|
$0 through $2,000 |
$0 |
|
Above $2,000 |
$10 |
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.
Apply for a city license
| State tax registration | $0 |
| Registering your business name as a trade name | $5 |
| Business license application fee | Variable fee |
Online
Online assistance
Setting up your business licensing and tax account
How to add a city license endorsement
By mail
Complete the following and mail to:
Business Licensing Service
P.O. Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034
Business License Application and City Addendum