Can I operate a business from my home?
There are three types of Home Occupation Permits:
Type I Home Occupation: A Type I home occupation shall exhibit no evidence that a business is being conducted from the premises. The fee for the Type I Home Occupation is $15.00.
Type II Home Occupation: A Type II home occupation may show evidence that a business is being conducted from the premises and will allow no more than one outside employee or volunteer; signage no larger than two square feet attached to the residence, or placed in the window; no more than six clients per day, (or a group of not more than eight people); in addition to the parking required for the residents, no more than two vehicles parked on or in the vicinity as a result of the business at any one time; and materials, goods, or equipment must be stored inside. The fee for a Type II Home Occupation is $25.00.
Home Occupation Exemption: Certain activities qualify for exemptions.
Please call the Community & Economic Development if you wish to apply for any type of home occupation or an exemption, (360) 336-6214.