Business Resources

City of Pinole Business Licensing

All persons conducting a business in Pinole are required to have a City of Pinole business license.

City of Pinole Building Safety Inspections

Fire Safety Inspections

Peddler/Solicitor’s Permit and Massage Bus. Registration

Alcohol Beverage License

If you want to sell alcoholic beverages from your business, you must obtain an Alcoholic Beverage License. The type of license needed will depend if you sell for on site or off site consumption/use.

Barber & Cosmetology License

Childcare License/Community Care License

Contractor’s State Licensing Board

Environmental Health

A health permit is required for businesses that dispense food to the public. A permit is needed before opening or issuance of a business license.

Worker’s Compensation

State legislation requires proof of valid current workers’ comp certificate of insurance or self-insurance. Not required if you do not have employees.

Employer Registration – EDD

If you hire employees, you must register with the State Employment Development Department within 15 days after employees are hired.

Fictitious Business Name

If you will conduct business under a name other than your legal name, you will need to file a Fictitious Business Name Statement with the County Clerks Office.

Massage Therapist Certification CA

Seller’s Permit/Sales & Use Tax

If you sell tangible property in California, you must apply for a Seller’s Permit.