Opening a Business in Clovis? The City’s Licensing Portal Lists Planning and Fire Checks

CLOVIS, Fresno County — Entrepreneurs considering a shop, restaurant or service business in Clovis can review the city’s online business-license instructions before signing a lease or opening to the public.

The city directs applicants to check zoning suitability with Planning, review fire-prevention requirements, and obtain necessary building inspections or a certificate of occupancy. Businesses may also need water backflow protection and utility accounts, depending on their operations. Additional police review applies to specified regulated business categories.

What a license does not guarantee

A general business tax certificate is not a substitute for zoning approval, a building permit, a health permit or any specialized state license. Confirm the exact requirements for the address and activity with city departments before investing in fit-out work. The Clovis portal includes contacts for Planning, Fire, Building, Utilities and Finance.

Primary source: City of Clovis — Business License Portal.

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