General Contractors (Sole Proprietor) and Firms with 2 or more employees (Owner plus one or more employees) - includes: General Contractors (CLASS A & B), Alarm Installers, Private Patrol, Real Estate Firms, Maintenance Companies, Janitorial, Gardening/Landscaping, Pest Control, Tree Trimming, Pool Services, etc.
Sole operators with no employees - includes: Subcontractors (Class C), Home Occupations*, Real Estate Brokers, Maintenance Companies, Janitorial, Gardening /Landscaping, Pest Control, Tree Trimming, Pool Services, etc. *Prior to commencing business for the first time, a separate Home Occupational Permit must be obtained from the Planning Department. The use of the residence must conform to the requirements outlined in Municipal Code Section 17.48.010.
Sole operators with no employees - includes: Handymen, Delivery Vehicles, Solicitors* and Horseshoers *An application must first be filed with the Police Department for all Solicitor Permits.