Norwalk posts steps for starting a business, permitting and licensing
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The city outlined steps for prospective business owners: register a DBA with the county, get a seller’s permit from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration and apply for a city business license at City Hall or online.
Norwalk city communications provided step-by-step guidance for people starting a business, advising applicants to register a DBA with the County Registrar-Recorder, obtain a sellers or resale permit from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration and apply for a business license at City Hall.
The announcement said applicants can start the process in Room 5 at Norwalk City Hall or download an application from the city's website. "Be sure to submit and fill out required forms and pay the license fee. If you need more assistance, City staff will guide you through the process," the city said. The communication also listed an email contact as provided in the announcement: "businesslicensennorwalkca dot gov."
The city encouraged new businesses to use local resources and staff assistance to complete registration and permitting requirements before opening.