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Before you start · 4 things to check

Start with where your business is located and where it will operate. A county license may apply only to unincorporated areas or specific activities; cities can have their own requirements.
Some county offices provide guidance or referrals and do not issue a general business license. Read the entry before choosing an application.
A business license or tax certificate, an FBN/DBA filing, business entity registration and a professional license serve different purposes. Zoning, health and other activity permits may also apply. Business stormwater registration is a separate local programme where required.
Check the license period, renewal date and rules for changes in ownership or location. A renewal may not cover a move or a new owner. Fees and application steps depend on the license category.

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County government · Kings

Assessor/Clerk/Recorder

Business license guidance

Business-license guidance and city authority referralsOfficial instructions

The county does not issue business licenses and directs city businesses to the relevant city. An FBN filing and any activity permits are separate; this statement is not a waiver of other approvals.

Source checked October 16, 2026

Kings County — business name filing · Kings — fictitious business name instructions (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed business licensing instructions

The County does not issue Business Licenses. If you are operating your business within a city you may also need, in addition to a FBN, a Business License. You must contact the city in which the business will be located to determine their requirements.

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City government · Kings

City of Hanford — Business licensing information

City of Hanford

Business license information — City of HanfordOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Business License”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Hanford Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Hanford municipal government · Hanford — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

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Business License

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Renew a business license — City of HanfordOfficial instructions

Business License Renewals Notice

Service area: City of Hanford Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Hanford municipal government · Hanford — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

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Business License Renewals Notice

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City government · Kings

City of Lemoore — Business licensing information

City of Lemoore

Business license information — City of LemooreOfficial instructions

The official source lists “Business License”. Follow the issuing provider's instructions for requirements and availability.

Service area: City of Lemoore Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Lemoore municipal government · Lemoore — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

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Business License

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Renew a business license — City of LemooreOfficial instructions

Each Business License expires on December 31 of each year and must be renewed by January 1 of the following year. Any license not renewed by January 31 will incur a late penalty.

Service area: City of Lemoore Area details & sources

Source checked October 28, 2026

Lemoore municipal government · Lemoore — business licensing discovery (opens in a new tab)

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Each Business License expires on December 31 of each year and must be renewed by January 1 of the following year. Any license not renewed by January 31 will incur a late penalty.

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