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Only Businesses Defined as ‘Essential Services’ Allowed to Operate at This Time
The City of Tacoma wants to remind community members that only businesses defined as “essential services” under Governor Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order are allowed by the State of Washington to operate at this time. The City appreciates that most local businesses have been, and continue to be, in voluntary compliance with Governor Inslee’s order. Want to learn more about the enforcement guidelines announced by Governor Inslee during his March 30 press briefing? Additional information is available here.
Report a Business Not in Compliance with 'Stay Home, Stay Healthy' Order
Please refer to the State of Washington's guidance on what's allowed to be opened and what should be closed and if you'd like to report a business that you believe has not been in compliance with Governor Jay Inslee's "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" order, please report it to the State of Washington. In the event that a complaint about a business is referred from the State of Washington back to the City of Tacoma, the City will then contact the business and communicate the need to comply as appropriate. If compliance still does not occur, the City may then need to refer the complaint back to the State of Washington, specifically the Attorney General's Office, for criminal or civil charges. Please note that violating Governor Inslee’s emergency orders can amount to a gross misdemeanor.
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 counter is temporarily closed. Although this temporary 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.
Effective May 11, 2020 - New Customer
Service Phone Hours
Tax & License customer service is available by
phone during the following:
Monday – Friday
9 AM – 11:30 AM
12:30 PM – 4 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