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  • Learn how to submit your business license application to the City by visiting our Business Licenses page.

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  • Anyone that conducts business in Ceres City limits.

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  • The annual registration fee and State Fees will be due upon application and each year thereafter during the Q1 renewal (Due on 4/1).

    All licenses must be renewed quarterly to remit the quarterly tax payment. The annual registration fee and State fee will be due upon application and each year thereafter during the 1st Quarter renewal (Due on 4/1).

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  • Any business that is being conducted from a home office within City limits must register with the Planning Department for a home occupation permit. Contact 209-538-5774 for more information.

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  • If you have a fixed place of business, the license must be posted in a visible location. If your business is mobile, carry your license with you.

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  • You can contact the Business Support Center to reactivate your business license.
    Title: Business Support Center
    Phone: 209-229-4792
    Email: ceres@hdlgov.com

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  • Yes. You must renew your business license each quarter. This can be completed online at ceres.hdlgov.com.

    $0 Gross Receipt Reporting for Quarter Ending March 31st

    • Renewal form or online filing must be completed and along with the payment of the Annual Renewal Fee ($35), State Fee ($4), and minimum Business Tax ($30).

    Total: $69.


    $0 Gross Receipt Reporting for any Quarter

    • $30 minimum business tax will be required for each quarter. Your business tax filing can be completed online at ceres.hdlgov.com


    Questions?

    Contact the Business Support Center at 209-229-4792

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