Permits & Licenses

Event Permits

The City of Ventura issues permits for individuals, groups, and companies
to conduct events within the City of Ventura limits. Activities such as block
parties, parades/processions, athletic/sporting events, walk-a-thons, and
festivals that impact City streets, sidewalks, parking lots, public property,
airways, public buildings, and traffic require a permit to be filed in advance.
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Film Permits

The City of Ventura Film Permit Office coordinates all on-location productions in the City of Ventura. More Information

Dog and Cat Licenses

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. More Information

Construction Permits

The City of Ventura's Construction Services ensures that all new construction will be built in conformance with the California Building Standards Codes through plan checking and building inspection processes. More Information

Business Permits

The City of Ventura's Business permit information can be found in the Business section of the website. More Information

Planning

Permits for planning and related issues such as Use Permits, Entertainment, Dining in the Right of Way, and others. More Information