Lake Forest Park, WA · King County
Business License Application
Businesses located in or doing business in Lake Forest Park use this application to request a city business license or renew an existing license.
What this form is
The application is for businesses located in or doing business in Lake Forest Park, and contractors must have an active business license to apply for a city permit. It asks for business and owner details, contact information, business type, and applicable license category. Businesses at residential-zoned addresses must also submit a Home Occupation Application; tree contractors must include a signed canopy preservation acknowledgment.
Who needs it
Businesses located in or doing business in Lake Forest Park must apply, and contractors need an active license when applying for a city permit.
How to submit it
Submit in person at City Hall, by mail, email, or online through FileLocal. The form lists City Hall at 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download the Application
Download the Business License Application PDF.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in all required fields and sign and date the application.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
If applicable, include a Home Occupation Application or the signed canopy preservation acknowledgment for tree contractors.
- 4
Submit to the City
Submit in person, by mail, by email, or online through FileLocal.
Frequently asked questions
- Who needs a Lake Forest Park business license?
- The document says businesses located in or doing business in Lake Forest Park must be licensed. Contractors applying for a city permit must have an active business license.
- What attachments may be required with the application?
- Businesses at residential-zoned addresses must submit a Home Occupation Application. Tree contractors must include a signed Statement of Canopy Preservation and Enhancement Acknowledgement.
- How do I submit the Business License Application?
- The document says applications may be submitted in person at City Hall, by mail, email, or online through FileLocal. It lists City Hall at 17425 Ballinger Way NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155.
- Do I need a notary for the Business License Application?
- No. The application calls for a signature and date, not notarization. The document mentions attachments for some businesses, but does not say they must be notarized or sworn.
Need something notarized?
This Business License Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Lake Forest Park form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.