Using this service, businesses in City of Cupertino can renew business licenses and pay their license fee online. 

FAQs

Is it a code violation to have a home business in Cupertino, CA?

Home occupations are regulated by the municipal code of the City of Cupertino and are subject to the securing of a business license. Generally, home occupations are permitted if they do not have an impact on the neighborhood by means of excessive noise, traffic, visual blight, etc. 

Do I need a business license to operate short term rentals in Cupertino, CA?

Short-term or transient rental activity (30 days or less) in all residential zones of the City of Cupertino is subject to the following restrictions and Municipal Code requirements:

  • The property owner or main property leaseholder must be the primary resident at the property and be onsite during the lease period.
  • The total number of transient guests must be limited to two (2) or fewer. All transient rentals must be an incidental use of the residence.
  • All building alterations must comply with R1 zoning regulations and building code requirements including occupancy regulations.
  • The property owner, main property leaseholder, or person otherwise conducting any short-term rentals, must submit a Business License Application and obtain Certification prior to the commencement of any short-term rental leases.

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Using this service, businesses in City of Cupertino can renew business licenses and pay their license fee online. 

FAQs

Is it a code violation to have a home business in Cupertino, CA?

Home occupations are regulated by the municipal code of the City of Cupertino and are subject to the securing of a business license. Generally, home occupations are permitted if they do not have an impact on the neighborhood by means of excessive noise, traffic, visual blight, etc. 

Do I need a business license to operate short term rentals in Cupertino, CA?

Short-term or transient rental activity (30 days or less) in all residential zones of the City of Cupertino is subject to the following restrictions and Municipal Code requirements:

  • The property owner or main property leaseholder must be the primary resident at the property and be onsite during the lease period.
  • The total number of transient guests must be limited to two (2) or fewer. All transient rentals must be an incidental use of the residence.
  • All building alterations must comply with R1 zoning regulations and building code requirements including occupancy regulations.
  • The property owner, main property leaseholder, or person otherwise conducting any short-term rentals, must submit a Business License Application and obtain Certification prior to the commencement of any short-term rental leases.

Community Q&A

You can ask any questions related to this service here. We will try to answer them soon!

Service Reminders

We will notify you at the right time so that you never miss a due date again!

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