Congratulations! You’ve decided to start a business. For over 100 years the Fullerton Chamber of Commerce has been here for business. The Chamber is dedicated to the economic vitality and prosperity of our members and the community.

One of the most confusing and intimidating aspects of starting a business is the tax and licensing process on the local, state, and Federal level.  It is very important to comply with the necessary agencies now to avoid possible trouble in the future.

To assist you in the process, some helpful resources have been assembled below.

If your business is within the city limits, you will need a business license. You may also need a permit issued by the Police Department. Contact the city for more information.

Starting A Business in Fullerton  provided by the City of Fullerton.

City of Fullerton Business Licenses

303 W. Commonwealth Ave. City Hall, 1^st Floor, Room 104

(714) 738.6531 or (714) 738.5326

City of Fullerton, Alarm Permits

237 W. Commonwealth Ave.

(714) 738.3101

Fullerton Fire Department, Building and Fire Inspection

312 E. Commonwealth Ave.

(714) 738.6500

In the event your business is located in an unincorporated area, you may need a county business license.

You may wish to contact the following agencies to find out what State and Federal requirements your particular business is required to adhere to.

Internal Revenue Service Checklist for Starting A Business

California Employment Development Department

Small Business Administration (SBA) Guide to Starting A Business

Before finalizing your business location, contact the planning department to determine the zoning designation for your proposed site, and make sure it complies with your intended usage.

If you will be naming your firm anything other than your own name (i.e. Best Plumbing instead of Joe’s Plumbing) it is necessary to file for a Fictitious Business Name with the county clerk.

County Clerk/Recorder Office

201 N Harbor Blvd. Fullerton, CA 92832

(714) 834-2500

If you are filing as a corporation, limited partnership or other business structure you must register with the Secretary of State/Business Programs Division, Business Entities.

Secretary of State/Business Programs Division

Business Entities

1500 11th Street, 3^rd Floor

Sacremento, CA  95814

(916) 657-5448

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) in an independent federal agency created to counsel, support, and champion small businesses. It provides a wide range of financial, management training, procurement and research services to the small business community, as well as offering assistance to minorities, women, women, and handicapped.

SBA -- Santa Ana District Office
200 W Santa Ana Blvd., Ste. 700
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 550-7420
Fax (714) 550-0191