The City of Glendora welcomes you to its business community. Starting a business can be exciting and challenging. We wish you great success in your new venture! The City of Glendora requires all businesses operating within the City limits to obtain a business license and pay business license tax prior to commencing business operations.The easiest and fastest way to apply for a new business license or renew your current license is using the online filing method.

NEW SHORT-TERM RENTALS: please start by completing an online business license application by clicking “Submit a Business Application” option below. A tax specialist will review the application and provide you with your unique business license number (for annual renewal) and a TOT account number for your monthly filings.If you need further assistance applying for a business license, you are welcome to contact us at Glendora@hdlgov.com or by phone Toll-Free at (626) 376-4678. Phone support is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (PST).


To get started, please select one of the online activities below:
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  • Pay a Balance Due

    Start here to pay a balance due on an established account with the City of Glendora. Please do not use this option to begin the license renew process.

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  • Close a Business License

    Start here if you do not plan to operate or conduct any business activity in the City of Glendora

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Fillable Zoning Verification/Home Occupation Form .pdf   file_download

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Business License Tax Rate Schedule .pdf   file_download

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Short-Term Rental Permit Application .pdf   file_download

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Frequently Asked Questions

A business license is an annual business tax for doing business within the City limits. The City of Glendora Municipal Code (5.04.040) requires that you obtain a license when you conduct any business activity within the City, even if your business is located outside of the City limits or if you have a business license from another City. Businesses that are based in the City must also have a business license. This includes home based businesses, building contractors, independent contractors, and non-profit businesses. Business license taxes and fees help pay for City services like roads, fire, police and other community services. These services benefit businesses, business owners, and the general public.

You are required to obtain a business license prior to the commencement of business in the City of Glendora. Thereafter, business licenses renew every year and taxes and fees are due by the end of the anniversary month.

Yes, businesses operating from a location inside the City of Glendora may require a zoning review from the Planning Department. This is to ensure that the business activity and site location are compatible with the City’s municipal code and zoning requirements. Businesses operating from a residential (home based) location in the City will need to complete a Home Based Occupation form.