Please upload completed forms with your Citizen Portal Business License and/or Home Occupation Permit application via the Online Licensing System. Upon receipt, a staff member will process the application and may reach out for additional information. Once processed, you will receive an email notifying you that payment for your application is pending. Once paid, a staff member will route the application to the appropriate department for their review. Once approved, you will receive an email with your newly issued business license. Please print your license and display it in a conspicuous area. If your business is conducted primarily by vehicle, please leave a printed copy on the parked vehicle's dashboard or driver's side window.

In order to conduct or solicit any business within the City of Sierra Madre all businesses must be registered and licensed with the City. Licenses are issued for a calendar year (no prorating) and renewal notices are mailed in December. Business License Applications must be returned with payment along with a copy of the applicants driver's license as well as any other State Licenses (California Contractor's card, etc.) to City Hall, Monday - Thursday from 7:30am - 5:30pm.

Any income property owned within the City limits requires the owner to obtain a business license.

Those who are applying for Home Occupation Business Licenses will need to fill out an additional permit form which will be reviewed by the Planning and Community Preservation Department.