The Business License Division is located in City Hall at 1666 North Main Street, just off the elevator on the third floor. Free parking is available on the Broadway side of the building. Office hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. All entities and persons doing business in the incorporated area of the City (including subcontractors, landlords & home based businesses) must have a current business license. For Business License purposes, the year begins on July 1 and ends June 30. Please note that business license taxes are non-refundable.

Contact Information:
Should you require additional information regarding business licenses, you can contact us by Phone (925) 943-5821, Fax (925) 943-5824 email businesslicense@walnut-creek.org or by coming into the office.

Note: The City has established various zoning regulations, which control the location and operation of all commercial activity. You should check with the Planning staff in our Community Development Department before purchasing property or signing lease agreements.

Existing Businesses

• Renew your Business License online

• Business License application packet
• Business License Brochure
• Businesses with alcohol licenses
• Starting a business as a massage establishment 
• Information regarding Downtown Business Improvement District (BID)

• Business License Listings in City
• Transient Occupancy Tax form

Outside Contacts

• Other governmental agencies
• Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce
• Walnut Creek Downtown Business Association

• Business Licensing 
• Transient Occupancy Tax section