City of Monroe license

Who needs a license?

The City of Monroe requires all businesses located within the city limits to have a general business license. Businesses physically located outside Monroe city limits are not required to be licensed by Monroe in order to conduct business within city limits. City approval is required for initial issuance.

Exempt businesses

Some businesses may be exempt from getting a city business license. For more information, please contact the city directly.

Under what circumstances is a business license denied?

A license may be denied to a business for any of the following reasons:

  • If the application is incomplete or if it contains any material misrepresentation.
  • If the application does not propose adequate measures for the protection of public health, safety, and welfare. These measures must address pedestrian and vehicle traffic control, security, avoiding public nuisances, and avoiding consumer fraud.

How to apply

Fees

City license Fee
Monroe general business license $50
Monroe nonprofit business license* No fee
Other fees that may apply Fee
State tax registration No fee
Registering your business name as trade name $5
Master Business Application fee $15

*Businesses qualify for the nonprofit license if they are registered with the Office of the Secretary of State as a nonprofit corporation.

Contact information

Master License Service
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9034
Olympia, WA 98507-9034

Phone: (360) 664-1400
Email: MLS@dol.wa.gov
Fax: (360) 570-7875

Office hours

Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mailing information

Please remember to enclose all necessary documents and fees with your completed application. Incomplete submissions will result in a delay in your licensure.

It is important that you contact our office, in writing, with any changes in address.

Regulatory questions

City of Monroe
806 W Main Street
Monroe, WA 98272

Phone: (360) 794-7400
Fax: (360) 794-4007
www.ci.monroe.wa.us