This section establishes the basic identity of your business and how we can contact you. All applicants complete this section.
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Business Address
PO Boxes are not allowed
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Enter a Valid US State
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Minimum 5 characters required.
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PO Box
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Virtual Office
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Mailing Address
Mailing Address same as Business Address
Contact Details
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Minimum 10 digit phone required.
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Please, enter valid e-mail address.
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Primary Responsible Party – Owner/Executive Officer (Contact 1)
Ownership Structure
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Is your organization tax exempt?*
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If yes, specify below
Non-profit organization
Organization paying in-lie of taxes to the state
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Minimum 9 digit ssn required.
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Workforce Information
State License Information
If your business activity requires a state‑issued license, permit, or certification, provide the details below.
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Is your City of Irvine business and Residential Address the same?*
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Home-Based Business Requirements
NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS: Issuance of this license shall not entitle
you to transact or to carry on any business covered by this license unless
you comply with all requirements of this chapter and any other applicable Federal,
State, or Local regulations pertaining to such business, including any applicable
restrictions contained in private Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&R's)
governing your property. Home Occupation Permits shall be approved by the City of
Irvine provided the following standards are met. Please check each box agreeing to the conditions listed below.
The home occupation shall be an incidental and accessory use and shall not change the principal character of the dwelling unit.
The residence shall not be the primary point of customer pickup or delivery, or services rendered, nor shall the home occupation cause a significant increase in vehicular traffic in the neighborhood.
A sexually oriented business shall not be permitted to be conducted as a home occupation business.
There shall be no signs direct sales or other exterior evidence relating to the home occupation.
The home occupation may be conducted in the garage, but shall not use any space required for off-street parking.
Only the residents of the dwelling unit or virtual employees (employees working remotely, not on the property) may be employed in the home occupation.
Electrical or mechanical equipment which creates visible or audible interference in radio, television or telephone or causes fluctuations in line voltage outside the dwelling unit shall be prohibited.
The home occupation shall not create noise or odors in excess of that normally associated with a residential use.
The home occupation is limited to one (1) business related vehicle.
BY INITIALING BELOW I UNDERSTAND THAT IN THE EVENT IT IS DETERMINED THAT MY BUSINESS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH CITY REQUIREMENTS, MY BUSINESS LICENSE MAY BE REVOKED. I DO HEREBY CERTIFY THAT, UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS TRUE AND CORRECT.
If you have any questions, please contact the Development Assistance Center at 929-724-6308. If we are unable to approve your request for a home-based business, you will be invited to attend a hearing pursuant to City Council Ordinances 93-06, Sections II.M-217 and II.M-218, prior to denying your business license. If you are not satisfied with the decision made following your hearing, you may file a Notice of Appeal with the City Clerk within thirty (30) days of receipt of the written decision to deny the license.
Please initial to show you have read and understand the requirements.
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This section ensures that your business activity is a permitted land use at the subject location within the City of Irvine.
Before completing this section, please note the following zoning requirements:
Important Zoning Restrictions
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In the 5.1 Irvine Business Complex (IBC) zone, certain uses—including medical office,
restaurant, and other specified activities—require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
before operation.
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In the 5.4 and 5.4A General Industrial (GI) zones, administrative office is not
permitted as a primary land use.
Need help confirming your zoning?
To verify the zoning designation of your business location, please use the City of Irvine Public Online Parcel Search
or contact the Planning Counter at (949) 724-6308.
Do any products being sold or manufactured contain cannabis, CBD, hemp, or related ingredients?*
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Alarm System Information
The City of Irvine requires all residential and commercial security alarm users to obtain a free permit from the Irvine Public Safety Department.
If your business is located in Irvine, does it have a security alarm?*
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Industrial General Permit (NPDES) Screening
The City of Irvine is required to identify businesses whose activities may fall under the
State Water Resources Control Board's Industrial General Permit (IGP).
Your SIC code helps determine whether your business is regulated.
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code
SIC Code (4-digit)* -
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to search for your SIC code.
After you submit your application, City staff will review your SIC code to determine whether
your business is associated with regulated industrial activities under the State's Industrial
General Permit.
If your SIC code is not associated with regulated industrial activities:
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You will not need to provide any additional stormwater information at this time.
If your SIC code is associated with regulated industrial activities:
You may be contacted to provide additional details, such as:
- Description of industrial activities conducted onsite
- Whether materials or equipment are stored outdoors
- Whether vehicle maintenance, fueling, or washing occurs onsite
- Whether industrial wastewater is generated
- Whether the business is already enrolled under the Industrial General Permit (IGP)
You may also be asked to provide:
- WDID or NEC number (if already enrolled)
- Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) information
- Site map or facility layout
Is your business a regulated industry and required to enroll with the State Water Board for an Industrial General Permit (IGP)?*
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Click here for more information on IGP
Hazardous Materials
Does your business create, store, generate or use hazardous substances or any products that are considered to be corrosive, reactive, ignitable, toxic, and/or ozone depleters?*
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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Information
Are you a DBE Certified Business*
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Is your business Minority owned?*
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Is you business Women owned?*
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Is you business Veteran owned?*
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Is your business LGBT Owned?*
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Workers' Compensation Insurance Requirement
California law requires all employers to maintain valid Workers' Compensation insurance.
Complete this section only if your business is located in Irvine and is not a home occupation.
By checking the box below, I attest that:
- My business will comply with all applicable California labor laws; and
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If my business has employees, I will maintain valid Workers' Compensation
insurance at all times; and
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If my business does not have employees, I understand that Workers'
Compensation insurance is not required unless my employment status changes; and
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I will notify the City of Irvine if my employee status or Workers'
Compensation coverage changes.
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I attest and agree
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Under federal and state law, compliance with disability access laws is a serious and significant
responsibility that applies to all California building owners and tenants with buildings open to the public.
You may obtain information about your legal obligations and how to comply with disability access laws at the following agencies:
YOUR APPLICATION CANNOT BE ACCEPTED OR PROCESSED WITHOUT FULL SIGNATURE AND PAYMENT.
I understand that the issuance of a city of Irvine Business License is not a regulatory
license to operate but a tax imposed by the city. It is the responsibility of the
applicant/licensee to ensure their business complies with all applicable city of
Irvine codes, city zoning ordinances and state and federal laws. Non-compliance
may result in the city revoking the business license. Please contact the planning
and zoning counter at 949-724-6308 to confirm your business meets the requirements
of the city zoning ordinance.
Committed to fostering a thriving business community, the City of Irvine provides subscribed businesses with updates on relevant services, resources, and announcements. Please indicate whether you would like to receive these updates.*
Yes - I would like to receive communications from the City.
No - I do not wish to receive communications from the City.
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Please review the statements below and check the box to certify that all information provided in this application is true and complete.
By checking the box below, I certify that:
- All information provided in this application is true, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge;
- I understand that providing false or misleading information may result in delays, denial, or revocation of my business license;
- I am authorized to submit this application on behalf of the business;
- I agree to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances governing the operation of this business within the City of Irvine;
- I understand that issuance of a City of Irvine Business License does not authorize my business to operate in violation of any federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or zoning requirements; and
- I understand that additional permits, inspections, or approvals may be required before business operations may begin.
I certify and agree *
You must certify and agree before continuing.
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by submitting this application I accept the conditions and declare under penalty
of perjury the foregoing is true and correct.
Please sign your name below, using the mouse or your touch screen enabled device. To use mouse, left click and hold while dragging the mouse over the signature line.
APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED WITHOUT FULL SIGNATURE ENTERED BELOW.
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The City of Irvine takes your privacy seriously. Pursuant to the California Public Records Act, much of the information requested on this form will become a matter of public record once submitted. However, this form asks you to provide the City with certain personal information that is being requested and will be utilized by the City for the specific and limited purpose of future City correspondence regarding the subject-matter of this form. Pursuant to Measure S, an initiative ordinance passed by City voters in 2008, the personal information noted by an asterisk (†) on this form will be kept confidential. Unless you expressly indicate to us otherwise or unless compelled by a court order, it will not be shared with other agencies, businesses or individuals. The remaining information on this form will be kept confidential to the maximum extent permitted by law.