Los Altos, CA · Santa Clara County

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Tobacco Retailer License Guide and Application

Los Altos businesses selling tobacco products or paraphernalia use this application to apply for a new tobacco retailer license or renew one.

What this form is

The application is for businesses in Los Altos that sell tobacco products, paraphernalia, or electronic smoking devices. It asks whether the application is new or a renewal and requests business and owner details, contact information, and a signed declaration that the information is true and correct. The guide explains license requirements and says the license is annual and non-transferable.

Who needs it

Businesses located in Los Altos that sell tobacco products, paraphernalia, or electronic smoking devices must apply for a tobacco retailer license.

How to submit it

Submit the completed application to the Business License Division of the Development Services Department at [email protected]. The guide says staff will email payment instructions after reviewing the application.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the signer signs and dates the declaration under penalty of perjury.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Application

    Download the Tobacco Retailer License Guide and Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete the Application

    Select new license or renewal and fill in the requested business and owner information.

  3. 3

    Sign and Date

    Sign, print your name, and date the declaration that the information is true and correct.

  4. 4

    Email the Application

    Send the completed application to [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

Who needs a Los Altos tobacco retailer license?
Businesses located in Los Altos that sell tobacco products, paraphernalia, or electronic smoking devices are required to obtain a tobacco retailer license.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for business and owner information, contact details, application type, and a signed declaration that the information is true and correct.
How do I submit the tobacco retailer license application?
Email the completed application to the Business License Division of the Development Services Department at [email protected]. Staff will email payment instructions after reviewing it.
Do I need a notary for the tobacco retailer license application?
No. The application has a declaration under penalty of perjury, but the signer signs and dates it without a notary.

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