City of Richland license
Who needs a license?
The City of Richland requires all businesses located within the city limits, or who conduct business within the city limits to be licensed with the city.
How to apply
- File a Master Business Application online.
- OR
- Mail us the appropriate fee with the following completed forms:
Fees
| City license | Fee |
|---|---|
| Richland general business license* | $40 |
| Nonprofit | No fee |
| Professional license | $40 |
| Property rentals | $40 plus $2 per rental unit |
| Retail and wholesale license | $40 |
| Service license | $40 |
| Vehicles for hire | $40 |
| Other fees that may apply | Fees |
|---|---|
| Richland employee fee (first 2 employees free) | $12 per employee |
| State tax registration | No fee |
| Registering your business name as trade name | $5 |
| Master Business Application fee | $15 |
*Temporary business licenses must be obtained directly from the City of Richland at (509) 942-7313.
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 Richland
Phone: (509) 942-7313
http://www.ci.richland.wa.us