Can active non-reporting businesses get permits?
No, unless they are changed to a reporting status. Will I get a new reseller permit number each time I renew my permit? Yes, the last two digits of a permit number represent the year the permit expires, so the number will change. Will the Department auto issue permit renewals to non-contractor businesses in the future? Yes, the Department will auto issue renewals to businesses based on their reporting history. Will contractors be auto-issued permits in the future? Based on current law, contractors must reapply every year. If a business claims it is changing its business structure (i.e., from a sole proprietorship to a partnership or corporation) and applies for a permit, will it get one? Yes, similar to a new business that indicates it will be engaging in retailing, wholesaling, or manufacturing. There must be no predecessor liability, as discussed in emergency rule WAC 458-20-10201 (pdf) (“Application process and eligibility requirements for reseller permits”). If a business gets a pe
