City of Medford Oregon / Finance / Licenses

Licenses

Any person doing business in the Medford city limits is required to obtain a business license. Other regulatory licenses may be required depending on the type of business.

Licenses	Fees Effective  July 1, 2007
Business License - Commercial (1 year)	$100.00
Business License - Home Based (1 year)	$60.00
Temporary Business License (60 days)	$40.00

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A BUSINESS LICENSE?
      To Generate revenue and ensure compliance with city codes relating to Planning, Building, Fire and Engineering.

HOW DO I GET MY LICENSE?
      Complete an application at Room 380, City Hall, for review, then hand carry it through the Planning, Building, Fire and Engineering Departments for their endorsements.  (Applications received in the mail may require at least 3 weeks processing time).

WILL I RECEIVE A LICENSE IMMEDIATELY?
     Occasionally, on-site inspections may be required prior to endorsement.  Upon receiving these endorsements and payment to the Finance Department of the business license and any other applicable fees, you are licensed.  In approximately 3 weeks a computer generated business license will be mailed to you.

WHAT IF I OPERATE WITHOUT A LICENSE?
     You would be in violation of Medford City Code and subject to citation, fines, and penalties. 

WHAT IF DONT RENEW MY LICENSE ON TIME?
     You will be charged a $25.00 late fee if you renew your business license after your expiration date.  A renewal notice will be sent out prior to your expiration date.

For additional information contact the Finance Department at 541-774-2025.