Ocean Shores city licenses

Requirements and fees

General business license

Variable

The city of Ocean Shores 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.

The license fee is determined by the gross annual income you earn within this city’s limits:

Origination fee:

Reported gross annual income	License fee
$0 through $2,399.88	$0
Above $2,399.88	$50

Renewal fee:

Reported gross annual income	License fee
$0 through $2,399.88	$0
Above $2,399.88	$50

Nonprofit businesses

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 Ocean Shores Municipal Code 17.50.030. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.

The license fee is determined by the gross annual income you earn within this city’s limits:

Origination fee:

Reported gross annual income	License fee
$0 through $2,399.88	$0
Above $2,399.88	$50

Renewal fee:

Reported gross annual income	License fee
$0 through $2,399.88	$0
Above $2,399.88	$50

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: