Starting a Business in the City of Walnut

The City of Walnut welcomes you to its business community. Starting a business can be exciting and challenging. We wish you great success in your new venture!

The City of Walnut requires all businesses operating within the City limits to obtain a business license and pay business license tax prior to commencing business operations.

The easiest and fastest way to apply for a new business license or renew your current license is using the online filing method. To begin, simply click on the "Submit a Business License Application" located below under the Apply subheading.

If you need further assistance applying for a business license, you are welcome to contact us at Walnut@hdlgov.com or by phone Toll-Free at (909) 740-3186. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m."


To get started, please select one of the online activities below:
Apply
Renew
Pay
  • Business License Amount Due

    Start here to pay a balance due on an established account with the CIty of Walnut. Please do not use this option to begin the license renew process.

Close
  • Close a Business License

    Start here if you do not plan to operate or conduct any business activity in the City of Walnut.

Search
  • Business Search

    Search for a business that is licensed with the City of Walnut.

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Download Forms

Required for all In-City Home Occupation Businesses

Home Occupation Form .pdf   file_download

Required for all In-City Commercial Businesses

Workers Comp Form .pdf   file_download

Required for all In-City Commercial Businesses

Occupancy Classification Form .pdf   file_download

Required for all In-City Commercial Businesses

Business Floor Plan Form .pdf   file_download

Please download below

Business License Application .pdf   file_download
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Frequently Asked Questions

A business license is an annual business tax for doing business within the City limits. The City of Walnut Municipal Code (Section 4.04.050) requires that you obtain a license when you conduct any business activity within the City, even if your business is located outside of the City limits or if you have a business license from another City.

Businesses that are based in the City must also have a business license. This includes home based businesses, building contractors, independent contractors, and non-profit businesses.

Business license taxes and related fees help pay for City services like roads, fire, police and other community services. These services benefit businesses, business owners, and the general public.

Yes, businesses operating from a location inside the City of Walnut may require a review from the Planning Department and the Building and Safety Department.

This is to ensure that the business activity and site location are compatible with the City’s municipal code and zoning requirements.

Home occupations are permitted in the City provided that the business activities do not violate the City's Home Occupation Ordinance (Section 6.08.180). Businesses operating from a residential (home based) location in the City will need to complete a Home Occupation Application Form. The form is available for download under the helpful forms section.