Hayward, CA · Alameda County
Business License Application
Businesses use this application to provide information about their operations, ownership, location, and licensing needs in Hayward.
What this form is
This application collects information for a Hayward business license, including the business location and type, owner details, and business start date. It also asks about rental property, certain products, and contractor information when applicable. Applicants certify that the information is true and correct; the form states that paying the tax and receiving a Business Tax Receipt does not authorize business activity that violates applicable laws.
Who needs it
A business owner or authorized representative seeking a Hayward business license should complete the application with information about the business and its ownership.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it includes a certification under penalty of perjury, but no separately notarized attachment or step.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Business License Application PDF.
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Complete The Form
Enter the requested business, location, ownership, and activity information, and complete any applicable sections.
- 3
Review And Sign
Review the information, then sign and date the certification on the form.
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Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Hayward Business License Application?
- It is an application that collects details about a business operating in Hayward, including its location, business activity, owner, and other information relevant to the application.
- Who should complete this application?
- A business owner or authorized representative seeking a Hayward business license should complete it and provide the requested business and ownership information.
- Do I need a notary for the Business License Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. It includes a certification under penalty of perjury, but no separately notarized attachment or step.
- How do I submit the Business License Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.