Permits & Licenses

Permit and license information can be accessed by clicking on any topic below.

• Business License
• Door-to-Door Solicitation Permit
• Massage License
• Pet License
• Short-Term Vacation Rentals
• Taxicab License

Business License Information

• New Business Handbook
• New Business Application
• Tax Rates and Information - General
• Tax Rates and Information for Commercial Rental Property Owners
• Tax Rates and Information for Contractors
• Certificate of Occupancy General Inspection Requirements
• Home Occupation Zoning Requirements
• Ventura Municipal Code

 Business License Information - Has Something Changed?

If you have moved, changed the name of your business, changed partners, added on or decreased your working space, incorporated…anything…you will need to advise us.

Some changes, like name or owner interest, may not significantly affect your business license, however, location or complete ownership does. It may be the difference of a $16 certificate or a new Fire Inspection.

Documents

• It's Time to Renew
• Certificate of Occupancy General Inspection Requirements
• Ventura Municipal Code

Door-to-Door Solicitors

As a business selling door-to-door in our city, it is important to understand and adhere to certain regulations as set forth in the San Buenaventura Municipal Code (SBMC,). These rules were developed to protect our citizens and help to ensure they are treated professionally and with respect.

We wish you success in your business venture and hope you find our city as enjoyable a place to work as we do.

Documents

• Door-To-Door Permit Process
• Door-To-Door Application form
• Ventura Municipal Code

Massage License Information

Documents

• Masage Brochure
• Massage Establishment Application Form
• Massage Technician Application Form
• Ventura Municipal Code

Pet - Dog & Cat - Licenses

Requirements for Ventura Residents:
Dog owners who reside in the City of Ventura are required to obtain a license for all dogs over 4 months of age. The City does not require licensing of cats, however, it is recommended for identification purposes should your cat become lost or impounded.

Where do I obtain a license?
The City of Ventura Treasury Division, located at 501 Poli Street, room 107, can assist you in obtaining a dog license through the County of Ventura Animal Regulation. Treasury hours are as follows:
M, T, W, F: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Th: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

You may also obtain a pet license directly from the County of Ventura Animal Regulation by visiting their website at www.ventura.org/animreg/ or by calling 805-388-4341 ext. #6.

What documentation do I need to obtain a license?
In order to obtain a dog/cat license you will need to show proof of the following:

• Current rabies certificate from a licensed veterinarian or authorized rabies clinic
• Certificate of sterility

You are not required to bring your pet with you when applying or renewing a license.

How much is a license?
The City of Ventura collects the licensing fees on behalf of the County of Ventura and does not charge a fee for this service.

• unaltered male or female dogs and cats: $75.00
• altered dogs and cats: $20.00

How long is the license valid?
Your dog/cat license is valid for 1-year provided your rabies certificate is valid during that time frame.

Questions…
Specific questions regarding licensing, vaccinations, spaying, neutering, lost and found, should be directed to:

Ventura County Animal Regulation
600 Aviation Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010
805-388-4341

Short-Term Vacation Rentals

Owners of residential dwellings located within the City of Ventura who rent their property for 30 days or less are required to apply for and obtain a Short-Term Vacation Rental permit. The primary purpose for this permit is to foster "good neighbor" relations between year-round residents and rental tenants, their guests and visitors.

• Filing Instructions
• Application Form
• Nuisance Response Plan Form
• Surety Bond
• Registered Nuisance Response Plans

For more information, please contact Janey Dunn: jdunn@cityofventura.net, 805/658-4773

View Short-Term Vacation Rentals Press Release

Taxi Cab Licenses

Thank you for choosing the City of San Buenaventura,in which to provide your taxicab service. Taxicabs provide our citizens an alternate means of transportation and also give more mobility to city residents with restricted modes of travel.

To ensure the public’s safety, the City has permit and licensing requirements for taxicab operators and drivers. Refer to Chapter 6.150 of the San Buenaventura Municipal Code (Code) for detailed requirements to provide taxicab services in the City of Ventura, and permit and licensing instructions, and Resolution No. 2003-029 establishing the fare schedule for taxicabs.

The information contained on this web page attempts to help the taxicab owner and its drivers through the permit and license requirements and is not intended to supersede any provisions of the Code. Should this information present any information in conflict with the Municipal Code, the Code shall prevail.

Documents

• Taxicab Process
• Operator Application form
• Vehicle Application form
• Driver Application Form
• Ventura Municipal Code

Give us a call at: (805) 658-4715 or you may visit or write the Business Tax Office at City Hall:
Business Tax Office
501 Poli Street, Rm. 107
Ventura, CA 93001