What is a Home Based Business?
Individuals who own or operate a business from a residence inside the city are required to obtain a City of Tacoma Business License and a Home Occupation License to legally operate. The Home Occupation license is required regardless of the amount of revenue the business generates and whether or not the business is a part-time or full-time enterprise. The Home Occupation license fee is a one time only fee of $75.00, as long as you do not change the nature of your business activity. If you change they type of services or goods you are providing for your business, you will be subject to another application and processing fee of $75.00. If you are planning to open your own home-based business, please download a Conditional Home Occupation Agreement.
