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Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.
Medical Lake city endorsement
Requirements and fees
General business license
$30
The city of Medical Lake 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 Medical Lake 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.
Origination fee: $30
Renewal fee: $30
Home businesses
$150
If your business is in a residence within the city, you must comply with Medical Lake Municipal Code 17.08.126. For more information on home occupation requirements, contact the city directly.
Origination fee: $150
Renewal fee: $30
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.
