San Bruno Chamber of Commerce - Starting a New Business

Starting a New Business in San Bruno

Starting a New Business in San Bruno - a listing of various agencies

You will need to file a Business License Application with the City, and pay applicable taxes.

Fictitious Business Name Statement - San Mateo County Assessor - County Clerk - Recorder's Office

Seller's Permit/Resale Number - State Board of Equalization (sales tax)

The City of San Bruno requires all entities operating a business or providing a service within the City's limits remit a tax as approved by the City's voters in November 1999. Business tax certificates are issued for revenue purposes only and are not a reliable verification that a business is in compliance with various local, state or federal laws or regulations. Business taxes are due when the application is submitted and again every July 1. Taxes vary by type of business and generally fall into one of three categories: In-Town Commercial businesses and Home-based businesses; Out-of-Town Contractors; and Property Rentals.

Business Tax certificates are issued without verification that the applicant is subject to or exempted from licensing from the State. It does not relieve the applicant from the responsibility of complying with the requirements of any other department of the city and/or any other ordinance, law, or regulation of the City of San Bruno, State of California, or any other governmental agency. Issuance of a certificate does not confirm compliance with planning (zoning), building, or public safety (police and fire) regulations. The applicant is responsible to secure all required permits. The City must be notified of any changes in ownership or address of the business, or any business closures.