The County Ordinance requires that you obtain a license for conducting business within the unincorporated areas, - even if your business is located outside our limits or you have a business license from another city.
California Secretary of State (SOS) filing Limited partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies (LLCs) are all legally required to register within California. Only sole proprietorships are exempt. To register your business, visit the California Secretary of State's business entity filings portal.
East Contra Costa County remains an economically diverse agricultural hub, supplying grocers and farmers markets and hosting the popular U-Pick season. Sweet corn, tomatoes, grapes, and dozens of other crops, including cannabis (approved by voters in 2016), grow in fertile soils and a moderate climate.
2026 REQUEST FOR VALUE REVIEW (PROP 8) California State Revenue and Taxation Code, Section 51 authorizes the Assessor to temporarily lower the assessed value of any real property when it is greater than the market value as of January 1, lien date.
California doesn't necessarily require all businesses (of any structure) to obtain a license. While the state doesn't issue or require a business operating license, it regulates and requires licenses or permits for some business activities.
The County Ordinance requires that you obtain a license for conducting business within the unincorporated areas, - even if your business is located outside our limits or you have a business license from another city.