Who uses the Tobacco Retail License Application?

Tobacco retailers applying for a new or renewed City of La Mesa license use this application to provide store and ownership information.

What documents must I include with my application?

All applicants must include a scanned copy of the state tobacco retailer license. New applicants and ownership-transfer applicants must also provide government ID copies for qualifying individual owners or partners; transfer applicants must include a completed Transfer of Ownership Certification Form.

Do I need a notary for the Tobacco Retail License Application?

No. This application is signed without a notary, and it does not mention any notarized or sworn attachment.

How do I submit the Tobacco Retail License Application?

Complete and sign the application, then submit the packet and pay the $500 fee by check via mail or at City Hall. Include the required supporting documents.

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Tobacco Retail License Application

Tobacco retailers use this application to request a new or renewed City of La Mesa license and provide store and ownership information.

What this form is

This application lets a tobacco retailer request a new or renewed City of La Mesa Tobacco Retail License. Applicants provide store and ownership details, identify the application category, and explain any prior violations or add comments. The city requires a complete packet, including a copy of the state tobacco retailer license; new and ownership-transfer applicants have additional requirements.

Who needs it

Tobacco retailers applying for a new or renewed City of La Mesa license must complete and submit this application.

How to submit it

Complete and sign the application, then submit the packet and pay the $500 license fee by check via mail or at City Hall. Include a scanned copy of the state tobacco retailer license and any additional documents required for your application category.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the document calls for applicants to sign and submit it, with no notarized or sworn attachment mentioned.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Tobacco Retail License Application for a new or renewed City of La Mesa license.
2
Complete And Sign
Select the application category and fill in the store and ownership information; explain prior violations or add comments if needed.
3
Gather Required Documents
Include a scanned copy of the state tobacco retailer license and any additional ID or transfer certification required for your application.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the signed packet and pay the $500 fee by check via mail or at City Hall.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Tobacco Retail License Application?: Tobacco retailers applying for a new or renewed City of La Mesa license use this application to provide store and ownership information.
What documents must I include with my application?: All applicants must include a scanned copy of the state tobacco retailer license. New applicants and ownership-transfer applicants must also provide government ID copies for qualifying individual owners or partners; transfer applicants must include a completed Transfer of Ownership Certification Form.
Do I need a notary for the Tobacco Retail License Application?: No. This application is signed without a notary, and it does not mention any notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Tobacco Retail License Application?: Complete and sign the application, then submit the packet and pay the $500 fee by check via mail or at City Hall. Include the required supporting documents.

Need something notarized?

This Tobacco Retail License Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another La Mesa form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.