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Business Licenses
Welcome to the City of Upland Business License Division!
Great news!! Now that you have your Zoning Clearance Approval (and Certificate of Inspection-if applicable), you are ready to submit your business license application! Did you know that the City of Upland business license application fee is only $16.00? Are you ready to receive your City of Upland business license tax certificate for your new or existing business? If so, you are in the right place, and we are glad that you are here!
To complete and submit the online City of Upland business license application Click here. Have questions about the application? We are happy to help! Please contact our business license support center at (909) 348-0460.
*You will need to provide your SIC code when completing the business license application. Select the PDF to learn which SIC code applies to your specific business type.
Pre-Licensing Requirements
How to obtain a City of Upland Business License in 3 Easy Steps
A Zoning Approval (Clearance) and/or Certificate of Occupancy/Certificate of Inspection may be required for your business type and/or business location. Select the PDF to learn more.
Understanding the Zoning Clearance Approval for your business license
Understanding the Certificate of Occupancy/ Certificate of Inspection for your business license
Understanding Business Ownership Filing Types
Understanding if you need a FEIN# or SEIN#
City of Upland Business Licenses: California Seller's Permit/Resale Permit
City of Upland Business Licenses: W-2 Employees & 1099 Employees
City of Upland Business Licenses: Administrative Office Use Only
City of Upland Business Licenses: Home Occupations
City of Upland Business Licenses: Mobile Businesses
City of Upland Business Licenses: Solicitors
City of Upland Business Licenses: Special Events
City of Upland Business Licenses: Alcoholic Beverage Control
City of Upland Business Licenses: Short-Term Rentals, (Air Bnb's), TOT
How do I check to see if a business has a business license?
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You are able to check if a business has a business license registered with the City of Upland by using the online search tool on our website. You may also submit a Public Records request to the Upland City Clerk's office by emailing the Upland City Clerk's at UplandCityClerk@UplandCA.gov. To contact the Upland City Clerk's office dial (909) 931-4120. Select the PDF to download and complete the required Public Records Request form to send to the Upland City Clerk.
I want to report an illegal business. Who do I contact?
To report an illegal business in the City of Upland, contact the Upland Police Code Enforcement Department at (909) 946-4260. You may also submit your report online at codeenforcement@uplandpd.org.
Important Notice: A New City of Upland Business License is Required...
When the following changes occur, you are required to submit a new business license application in order to receive a new business license tax certificate:
| 1) Change in ownership to the business; a new owner |
| 2) Change in ownership type (LLC, Sole Proprietorship, General Partnership, Limited Partnership, Corporation) |
| 3) Change in business location (requires new zoning clearance and certificate of inspection) |
| 4) Change in the EIN number |
| **Contact the Business License Inspector (Niecy Davis) for additional guidance (909) 931-4133 or ndavis@uplandca.gov** |
Understanding your City of Upland Business License Tax
The business license tax and fee schedule are based on annual gross receipts with applicable additional fee categories. Select the PDF to learn more about what you can expect your business license tax to be.
Upon completion and submission of your business license application, you will receive a permanent renewal date of June 30th or December 31st. Prior to your renewal date, HDL will send you reminder notices with the attached invoice. Please remember to notify HDL as soon as possible when there are any changes to your contact information (email and mailing address). Penalty fees and non-compliance fines will start accruing on your business license tax account, if your business license tax payment is not received within 30 days of your business license renewal date.
Understanding the PBIA Tax (Parking & Business Improvement Area)
The PBIA Tax is an additional voluntary tax that a business owner is required to pay, if their business property/location has been identified in a Parking & Business Improvement Area assessment zone. There are different PBIA tax rates according to specified business locations. Select the PDF to learn more about the Upland PBIA Tax and if your business location has been zoned as a Parking & Business Improvement Area.
Understanding Penalty Fees & Non-Compliance Fines On Delinquent Tax Accounts
City of Upland Business Licenses: Collections for Delinquent Taxes
NEW: The City of Upland has partnered with the California Franchise Tax Board to collect through garnishment, unpaid delinquent business license taxes and fees and unpaid delinquent administrative citation fines for business licensing. Select the PDF to review frequently submitted questions and concerns. A notice regarding this change was recently mailed to all business owners. If you need further assistance, please contact Business License Inspector Davis at (909) 931-4133.
How do I apply to become a vendor at City of Upland sponsored event?
The City of Upland welcomes business owners to apply to become a vendor at one of our many community and well-loved annual events! (Irish Festival, Lemon Festival, Light Up the Night, Scary-O-Faire, Hometown Holidays). Please continue to check the City of Upland website for instructions, deadlines and important information on how to become a vendor at our city sponsored events!
Business Licensing FAQ
For additional assistance, please contact Business License Inspector Davis at (909) 931-4133 or ndavis@uplandca.gov
City of Upland Business License Handbook
Find detailed information regarding the type of business license you need! Additional contact information and resources are included.
UPLAND MUNICIPAL CODE
What to Expect During an Inspection from the Business License Inspector
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Ask the Business License Inspector
Hello. Did you find what you were looking for? If not, ask Inspector Davis (909) 931-4133 or ndavis@uplandca.gov.