Business Licensing

Anyone who owns or operates a business within South Salt Lake City limits must obtain a business license prior to conducting business. Our division ensures that all businesses operating within the City are properly licensed, adhering to city standards, and meeting county/state requirements.

What We Do

At the Business Licensing Division, we accept and process applications for business licenses from business owners. Whether you are an established business hoping to open a new location in SSL, or you are launching a new venture, we will review your application and ensure you comply with City codes.

Business licenses are only valid for the address on the application. A change in location requires re-application for licensure. Multiple locations require a separate license and application for each location.

If you have questions relating to the submission of your application, please contact Karla Slick at 801-483-6031.

License Renewal

All licenses must be renewed on an annual basis.

• Businesses located east of 200 West (the TRAX) renew on January 1.
• Businesses located west of 200 West renew on August 1.

How to Pay for a Business License Renewal

• Pay Online - South Salt Lake has partnered with XPress Bill Pay to provide convenient online business license renewals. PAY HERE (Sign with XPress Bill Pay login)
• Credit Card, Check, or Cash - Please mail your payment to our office or contact our business licensing staff for payment via phone at 801-483-6063.

All payments must include a renewal notice or account number. If you have any questions about renewal payments please contact the department.

If you are a landlord, consider enrolling in our Good Landlord Program.

How to Apply for a Business License

• All applications must be submitted in-person - Commercial Business License Application
• Pay application fee - fees can be found here
• Submit property owner affidavit or copy of lease agreement
• Complete pre-inspection checklist
• Provide the following:
  • A copy of your Utah State Department of Commerce Name Registration
  • A copy of your State of Utah Sales Tax ID Number
  • Your Federal Employee Identification Number (EIN) or Federal Tax Identification Number
  • A copy of your Occupational or Professional License, if applicable
  • A copy of your Salt Lake County Health Department approval, if applicable
  • A copy of your Department of Agriculture approval, if applicable
  • A copy of your Utah Department of Motor Vehicle approval, if applicable
  • A copy of your Mt. Olympus Improvement District (sewer district) approval, if applicable

Incomplete Applications

Applicants are responsible for submitting a complete application and meeting all necessary city, county and/or state code approval requirements.

If you receive notice that your application is incomplete, you will have thirty (30) days to correct any problems and/or provide any missing information or payments. After a 30 Day Notice of Denial period for failure to provide a complete application, the application voids.

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