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COVID-19 Tax Relief for Tacoma Businesses
Tax & License Office Temporarily Closed
To protect the health and safety of our staff and customers and to help lessen the impact of COVID-19, the Tax & License Customer Service area is temporarily closed. Although this temporary counter closure means we may not be able to assist you in-person, our staff is working remotely to continue to serve you, Monday through Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM.
Payment/Contact Options
We have a number of options available to make a payment, register a new business or contact us.
Tax & License: Renew/apply for business license, file/pay tax at FileLocal-wa.gov
Animal License: Renew/apply for pet license at cityoftacoma.org/pets
Phone: (253) 591-5252
Email: licenseinfo@cityoftacoma.org
Mail: PO BOX 11640, Tacoma WA 98402
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this unprecedented time.
Sincerely,
Tax & License Team
Mission Statement
The Tax & License division acts with Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Equity in administering Tacoma's tax, license, and employment standards regulations - providing for a fair, equitable, and safe business and working environment while delivering high-quality customer service.
Available Services
I Want To:
- File my taxes or renew my business license online with FileLocal
- Close My Account
- Update My Mailing Address
- Print My Business License Certificate
What's New
Chronic Nuisance and Business License Code Changes
Rental Housing Code