Application Process

Fees

Fees are determined by the business type, number of employees, and location. Once a completed Business License application is submitted, it will be reviewed to finalize the fee amount, which will then be requested.

Click here for fee details (PDF).

Business License Applications

The most common business applications are: 

• Home Based, Service, Retail or Industrial Business (PDF)
• Contractor (PDF)
• Rental Property (PDF)
• Non-profit Business (PDF)
• Massage Business (PDF)

Special Approval & Permits (additional requirements)

Certain businesses require special approvals and permits in addition to the standard business license application. If your business falls into this category, please email cohbl@hemetca.gov for further information to help process your application. Examples of such businesses include, but are not limited to:

• Ambulance
• Bingo
• Carnivals / circuses
• Entertainment
• Food vendors
• Going out of business
• Handbills
• Ice Cream Truck
• Massage
• Peddlers
• Special events
• Taxis

If there is a business type that is in questions, please email cohbl@hemetca.gov .

Processing

• Applications can be submitted by email at cohbl@hemetca.gov, by fax at (951) 765-2336, or in person at 445 E Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92543, Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm.
• Once approved a payment link will be provided to submit your payment.
• A license number and the corresponding license will be sent to you by mail.

Payment Accepted

• Visa
• MasterCard
• Check
• Cash
• Cashiers check
• Money orders

License Expiration & Renewal

• License expire on December 31st of each year. 
• Must be renewed annually to avoid penalties or closure of license.