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1. Can I operate my business from my home?

Yes. Any business wishing to use their home for their place of business must also apply for a Home Occupation Permit through the Community Development Department. Certain criteria must be met before receiving approval. If your Home Occupation Permit is approved, a business license may be issued. Home Occupation Application Form

2. My club wants to hold a fund raiser. Do we need a permit or license?

Yes. Raffles and other similar fund raisers are considered gambling. A special permit for these types of activities may be issued to nonprofit organizations. The Boulder City Licensing Board must approve all Non Profit Raffle permits. You can obtain the application from the Business License Office. Proof of nonprofit status is required. Business Licensing Page

3. Do I need a permit or license for a garage sale?

Yes. Garage Sale Permits can be obtained at no charge through the Business Licensing Office.

4. Does my pet need a license?

Yes. All dogs, cats and pot-bellied pigs are required to have an animal license. Proof of rabies vaccination must be furnished at the time the license is requested. Licenses may be obtained at Animal Control or the Business License Office. Licenses are due January 1 of each year and become delinquent February 1 of each year. Animal Control Page

5. Can I sell liquor and have gaming in my business in Boulder City?

Liquor licenses are subject to approval of the Boulder City Liquor Board and are issued for a period of 1 year. Gaming in Boulder City is prohibited.

6. How do I file a complaint about a business?

Boulder City Business Licensing has the authority to investigate complaints regarding licensed and unlicensed businesses within the city limits of Boulder City only. This authority generally relates to a determination of whether a business has a Boulder City business license and whether that license is the proper license for the business activities being conducted.

The department has no jurisdiction to investigate alleged criminal activities, the general business practices of a business, quality of workmanship, pricing of goods or services, or monies owed. Complaints can be directed to the Business License Office during regular business hours. Business Licensing Page

7. What do I need to do to put signs up for my business?

Please check with the Community Development Department before using or installing any type of sign, flag, or banner. Permanent and temporary signs may require review and approval prior to issuance of permits and installation.

Temporary signs shall not be attached to utility poles, fences, or trees and may not flash, blink, be illuminated, spin, rotate, block traffic visibility, constitute a vehicular or pedestrian traffic hazard, or cause a public nuisance of any kind. For detailed information, review Title 11, Chapter 24 of the City Code.