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QuicklinksHow to Apply for a Business licenceIf you are planning to operate a business in the City of Victoria, you will need to apply for a business licence from City Hall. Below are steps to help guide you through the process. For more information, please contact us. STEP 1: Select a Location Zoning Legal Use A print copy of the City of Victoria Bylaw may be obtained free of charge from the Public Service Centre located at Victoria City Hall at 1 Centennial Square. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. At this time, the City of Victoria Bylaw is not available online. STEP 2: Prepare Paperwork Depending on the type of business, there are a number of supporting documents that are required when submitting a business licence application, including:
STEP 3: Complete a Business Application Form You can mail your completed application form and any supporting documentation to the address below, or fax it to 250.361.0205 or in person to the Public Service Centre at Victoria City Hall. Business application forms are also available at Victoria City Hall as well as for downloading.
STEP 4: Approval Process A business licence application takes approximate 10 working days to process, as a number of City of Victoria departments must review and approve an application before a business licence can be issued. Approval is also required when the use of a business premise is changed, a property is developed, or building additions are undertaken, in order to ensure compliance with bylaws and regulations. See Permit Requirements. The Capital Regional District, and Provincial and Federal governments may also have additional requirements that must be met before a business can legally operate. See the Business Start Up Links. Once your business licence application has gone through the approval process and approved, you will then receive an invoice to the mailing address you provided us on your application form if you have not already made payment in person. Once your business licence has been paid, you will receive a business licence. Payment Options:
If a bank returns a cheque to the City of Victoria, a processing charge will be applied. If your application is not approved and payment made, the application fee will be refunded in full. For more information on the business licence application process, see the Doing Business in the City of Victoria pamphlet - [PDF 545KB] Business Licenses are effective from January 16th to January 15th of the following year, are non-transferable and the licence fees paid are non-refundable. Other Business RequirementsHelpful information is also available on:
Business Start Up LinksThere are agencies and services available to assist you with your business start-up needs:
Business Licence Renewal Payment OptionsIf you operate a business in Victoria, you are required to have a valid business licence, which must be renewed annually. Each November, you will receive a Business Licence Renewal Invoice in the mail which is payable by January 15 of the following year. Businesses that operate without a valid business licence may be fined. REMINDER: After February 15th, a late fee of $25 will apply to all expired business licences and must be paid in order for a licence to be issued. Operating a business without a valid licence may result in a fine of $250 per day. Changes to Your Business Licence If you have moved your business location or are a new owner, please fill out our general business licence application form (above) with the new changes. For change of ownership on Apartments, Rooming houses, or Boarding houses you would need to fill out our property business licence application form (above). If you receive a Business Licence Renewal Invoice but your business has ceased to operate, please sign and return the Invoice, stating "CLOSED", or contact the City of Victoria at 250.361.0572. Contact UsFor more information, contact: City of Victoria Hours of Operation: Business Licence Inspector Bylaw Enforcement Permits and Inspections Planning and Zoning Or Email Us
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