Home-based Business License & Application

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Please note: There may be deed restrictions limiting the use of the property for home-based businesses. The City of Sierra Vista does not investigate or enforce deed restrictions. Deed restrictions are generally enforced by local property owners or homeowners' associations. Further, there may be permits required by state and federal agencies. You may wish to investigate any potential deed restrictions or required permits before submitting this application. The City of Sierra Vista does not assume any responsibility to ensure that the proper permits have been obtained.

Prohibited business uses of residential property are automotive service and repair of vehicles not owned or leased by the occupants of the property, nail salons, animal kennels, and medical services. For additional information on home-based businesses, please see the City of Sierra Vista Development Code, Article 151.06.004.

Applicant name
Business name

Phone number
AZ sales tax number

Physical location
City
State
Zip code

Mailing address (if different)
City
State
Zip code

Email address (required):

I would like to receive renewals and licenses by email:
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Location where business will be conducted is OwnedRented
If rented, you will need to provide a letter of permission from the property owner.

Property owner/manager name
Address
City

State
Zip code
Phone number

Percentage of home devoted to the business

Type of business (such as office, daycare, storage, etc.)
Type of work (such as graphic design, data entry, consulting, etc.)

Ownership: IndividualPartnershipCorporationLLC
I am a Construction Contractor YesNo

Contractor ROC#

Expiration

Total employees

Date business began in Sierra Vista

Other than family members, the number of employees who will be working in the home

Will clients come to the home to obtain goods or services? YesNo
Will any activity be conducted on the property outside of the house? YesNo

Please describe the type of activity.

Will there be a sign placed on the house? YesNo

Please indicate the size of the sign. Please note that signage cannot exceed 4 square feet and must be located on the principal structure.
For more information about signage, see Development Code Article 151.10.

Does the business activity include food preparation? YesNo

Please note: Any home-based business involved in food preparation such as baking, cooking, or canning may need to be approved by the Cochise County Health Department, (520) 803-3900. The Health Department will supply the applicant with a letter that states the conditions needed to meet Health Department standards. That letter will need to be provided to the City of Sierra Vista as part of your business license application packet. Please contact the Sierra Vista Public Works Department at (520) 458-5775 for information about the proper disposal of fats, oils, and grease created from the business.

Check each box below to confirm that you meet all of the conditions for a home-based businesses required by the City's Development Code.
The residential character of the property shall be maintained and show no indications that a home-based business is being conducted on the premises (other than signage as allowed in Development Code Article 151.10, Sign Regulations).Customers may patronize a home-based business between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.The home-based business must be wholly located within the principal building and occupy no more than 25% of the home's gross floor area.Remodeling of the home or installing mechanical and/or electrical equipment not customarily found in a residential dwelling, when specifically needed to accommodate the home-based business, is not allowed.Parts or materials related to the home-based business shall be screened from public view by either an opaque structure or vegetation and will be limited to the interior of the structure or the side and rear yards of the property.A home-based business is limited to one full-time employee or equivalent in addition to those employees residing at the residence.Increases in traffic and parking generated by the home-based business should not be noticeable to the neighborhood. The Institute of Transportation Engineers Trip Generation Handbook will be used to determine traffic standards.Employees not working at the residence may not congregate at the home to perform daily operational activities.The signage of a home-based business shall be in accordance with Development Code Article 151.10, Sign Regulations, which states that only one home occupations sign is allowed. The sign is to be located on the principal structure, shall not be illuminated, and is allowed a maximum of 4 square feet.Noise, vibrations, odors, heat, or glare in a home-based business shall not be detectable beyond the property line or as stated in Development Code Article 151.05, Performance Standards.The storage of hazardous materials in a home-based business must comply with the International Building Code and International Fire Code.A home-based business may not have a semi tractor/trailer deliver goods to the residence nor use one in the daily operations of the business.A home-based business that uses heavy equipment, such as construction equipment, must store the equipment in a commercial location.

By clicking the Submit Application button below, I attest that I have read, acknowledge, and will comply with the following:

1. This application must be approved before I can lawfully engage in any business activities in the City of Sierra Vista.
2. A separate license is required for each business location.
3. Written notification of any changes or cancellation of this application must be made immediately to the License Clerk. Without written notification of cancellation, billing will continue.
4. This license is non-transferable and shall be valid until revoked by the City Clerk.
5. The fee for a new license is $100 and is not proratable. The annual renewal fee is $50, payable on January 1 of each year.
6. I certify that if applicable, I will submit the application for an Arizona State Sales Tax number for the location described within five (5) working days of the approval of this application.
7. Non-profits must submit proof of exemption (Letter of Determination).
8. A separate permit is required for any business sign.
9. I understand that this license application is contingent upon approval from the City of Sierra Vista Community Development Department, the Fire & Medical Services Department, and Environmental Services.

I hereby certify that the statements made herein, to the best of my belief and knowledge, are true and correct. Required.

I request to not be contacted by outside businesses or solicitors.

Please attach Letter of Permission from property owner/landlord, if required (PDF only).

Please attach a photo of your ID (.jpg only).

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