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HOME OCCUPATION BUSINESS LICENSE GENERAL INFORMATION Deciding when a Home Occupation business license is needed. Entire code can be found at Murray City Code 17.24. • A home occupation license shall be required to conduct a permitted major home occupation business in a residence. • The City shall not require a license or charge fees to operate a minor home occupation business. • The owner of a minor home occupation may request a home occupation business license from the City. If the owner of a minor home occupation requests a business license, the applicant shall be subject to all regulations outlined in this chapter and title 5 and shall pay the full license fees. What qualifies as a Major Home Occupation? A complete definition can be found in Murray City Code 17.24.050. • When a business partner, client or employee visits the home. • Business use is a contractor, "handyperson", landscape or yard maintenance, at home instruction, childcare, massage, cosmetology, etc. For a list of prohibited uses please see Murray City Code 17.24.060. Conducting “business” means and includes every craft, trade, occupation, profession, or activity pursued for gain or profit excluding, services rendered by an employee to an employer. Post Office Boxes or mailbox service addresses are not valid business addresses and cannot be licensed. Prior to applying for a business license, please contact the City Planning Division ([PHONE REDACTED]) to verify that your type of business is allowed. The approval process to issue a business license can vary widely. We are not able to offer approval timelines. The City Police Department shall investigate each applicant intending to conduct any of the business activities identified under 5.04.240(B), such as secondhand dealers, private investigators, gun sales, coin dealers, massage, and childcare businesses. A full list of uses that will need an original background check and a Personal Data sheet can be found in Murray City Code 5.04.240. Renewal notices are mailed out on the first of the month in which the license expires. In order to avoid penalty fees, the renewal form and payment must be received in our office prior to the expiration date. Timely renewal is the sole responsibility of the licensee. Failure to receive notices does not excuse this responsibility. Murray City requires that a written notice be submitted if a business has moved out of the City or is no longer conducting business. M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 270-2425 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 1 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- HOME OCCUPATION BUSINESS LICENSE CHECK LIST The following documents must be included with your application at the time it is submitted. We cannot accept applications until all State and local requirements are met. See the Murray City State Agency contact list provided. Federal Tax ID/EIN # (sole proprietors, with no employees can use their social security number in lieu of an EIN Sales Tax Account # (where applicable, sales tax account must list Murray business address as an outlet) Professional License if applicable Utah Department of Commerce business registration of Owners, Officers and Members designated Property Owner Authorization Form (only required if business owner is renting the dwelling) Murray City Major Home Occupation Neighbor Consent Letter (only for major home occupations) Original Background Check and Personal Data Sheets (if applicable) HOME OCCUPATION BUSINESS LICENSE FEE SCHEDULE Fees for licenses vary according to number of employees, vehicles and classifications. Fees are due when the application is submitted. The base license fee is non-refundable should a license not be approved. Fees may be required for change of address and are not prorated. Home occupations may be subject to a base license fee of one hundred dollars ($100.00), plus six dollars ($6.00) per employee, and ten dollars ($10.00) for each vehicle used in conjunction with the business. A business license fee shall not be imposed if specifically exempted from municipal taxation and fees by the laws of the United States, the State of Utah, or as a Minor Home Occupation Business. The following regulatory fees are assessed in addition to all the base business license fees. This listing may not be all inclusive, a full list can be found in Murray City code 5.08.010. Beauty Salon, Barber Shop, Personal Care $100.00 Secondhand Dealer $150.00 Day Care – Home Occupation Inspection only for non-licensed or exempted $175.00 $50.00 Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Materials Hospital $350.00 Spa/Massage $100.00 5.04.260: Penalty fees for failure to obtain or renewal a license: A. A person conducting business in the City without first obtaining a business license or a person operating a business that has been closed for nonrenewal shall be assessed a one hundred percent (100%) penalty on past due fees including any regulatory fees, subject to the thirty (30) day grace period for new business license applications. If the business or entity violating this section is exempt or otherwise not required to pay license or regulatory fees, a penalty shall be assessed in the amount of the greater of one hundred dollars ($100.00), or one hundred percent (100%) of the amount of what the licensing and regulatory fees would have been were the business not exempt from such fees. M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 270-2425 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 2 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- STATE AND FEDERAL AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Please contact the agencies listed for help in deciding which items apply to your specific business situation as some or none may apply. It is the responsibility of the owner to identify any other agencies possibly involved in the regulations of their business. STATE TAX INFORMATION For information related to income tax, state sales tax, use taxes and other applicable state taxes. 210 N. 1950 Salt Lake City, Utah 84134 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] FEIN - FEDERAL EMPLOYER’S TAX ID NUMBER Contact the IRS for information related to income, excise, self-employment, tip credits and other federal taxes. Sole proprietors with no employees may use their social security number in lieu of an EIN number. 50 S. 200 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] REGISTRATION OF A BUSINESS NAME / CORPORATIONS Business in Utah under an assumed business name must register with the Utah Department of Commerce. Corporations, LLCs, etc. must file articles and name registration. (Exceptions: federally chartered banks, sovereign nations, and insurance agents) 160 E. 300 S. Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL LICENSING - DOPL Certain occupations require a professional license to conduct business. A professional license does not exempt the business from the requirement for a local business license. 160 E. 300 Salt Lake City, Utah 84111 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] MOTOR VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT - MVED Auto dealers, auto body work, towing, contact the Utah State Division of Motor Vehicle Enforcement. 210 N. 1950 Salt Lake City, Utah 84134 Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] SALT LAKE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT The Salt Lake County Health Department has requirements for establishments such as cosmetology, day cares, massage, tanning, tattooing, hotels/motels, restaurants, and food trucks. Ownership and address changes require a new permit. 788 E. Wood Oak Lane, Murray Utah 84107 Food Protection: [PHONE REDACTED] (Restaurants, Bars, Food Services) All Other Departments: [PHONE REDACTED] (Sanitation, Salons, Etc.) UTAH DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Prepackaged food, cottage food, Nursery, Supplements Applicators, etc.: [PHONE REDACTED] BCI – BUREAU OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS & FBI – FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONS INFORMATION Background investigations and fingerprints 3888 W 5400 S, West Valley City, Utah Phone: [PHONE REDACTED] M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 270-2425 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 3 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- FOR OFFICE USE ONLY ❑New Address ❑ New Owner ❑Update Only New Account Business ID # HOME OCCUPATION BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATION I am aware that this application does not authorize conducting business until approved by Murray City Corporation and a business license has been issued. By signing below, I swear that the foregoing information is true and correct and is in accordance with Murray City Ordinances. Responsibility of changes and renewal is the total responsibility of licensee. Failure to receive notices does not excuse this responsibility. License will be valid only for the Licensee, business name, address & activity as listed above. Owner or Officer Signature Required (Authorized Signatories Only) Title Date Do you own this property? Yes No (if no, complete the “Property Owner Authorization to Conduct Business” form.) Do employees or customers visit your home for business? No ___Yes (if yes, include a site plan of the proposed off-street parking.) Federal Tax ID # (FEIN or SSN) Utah Sales Tax Professional License # & type Are you a Minor Home Occupation Opting-In? If yes, initial here Are you currently operating at this location? Yes____ What is/was your opening date? Business Name DBA Name (registered Business Address Unit City State Zip Code Mailing Address Unit City State Zip Code Business Phone Email (please print clearly) Detailed Description of Business Expected Hours of Operation: Expected Number of Clients Per Hour: Where in your home is the proposed business operation and storage to be located? Owner’s Information (If corporate owned, list the corporation name and the corporate address & phone number only. Complete the owner/officer sheet) Owner’s Name Home Address Unit City State Zip Code Owner’s Birth Email (please print clearly): Owner’s Primary Phone Owner’s Driver’s License No. Base Fee: $ 100 Regulatory Fee & Type: $ Number of Employees: @ $6.00 per employee $ Number of Vehicles: @ $10.00 per vehicle $ Fees Subtotal: $ Operating without a license penalty fee is equal to your subtotal amount (Murray Code 5.04.260) Penalty: $ Total Due: $ M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T (801) 270-2425 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 4 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- HOME OCCUPATION OWNERS, OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES INFORMATION LIST Please supply us with information on all owners, officers and onsite employees associated with your business (required). Name: Title Home Address: Unit # City: State: Zip Code: Phone: Birth Date: Driver’s License No. State: Name: Title Home Address: Unit # City: State: Zip Code: Phone: Birth Date: Driver’s License No. State: Name: Title Home Address: Unit # City: State: Zip Code: Phone: Birth Date: Driver’s License No. State: Name: Title Home Address: Unit # City: State: Zip Code: Phone: Birth Date: Driver’s License No. State: Name: Title Home Address: City: State: Zip Code: Phone: Birth Date: Driver’s License No. State: M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 270-2425 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 5 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- MURRAY CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT BUSINESS INSPECTION INFORMATION LETTER ACCORDING TO THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE Welcome, new business owner, to the City of Murray. To assist your start-up and help things run a little smoother, here are a few things you can do. If you are a residential rental business, doing telephone, computer or office-related work in a home, Murray City Fire only requires you to complete a self-inspection form and to have working smoke alarms within your home business. All other businesses require a self-inspection form and a physical inspection of the business once your business is fully moved in and set to open. If you are not sure about the requirements for your business, please contact the Fire Marshal office for clarification. The self-inspection form provides the basic areas we look for. *If your business is under construction or your anticipated start-up date is 10 days or more from the time you submit your business license application, please inform the Business Licensing office and indicate the date you would like to open on your application. Please be aware that a business license cannot be issued without necessary approvals and inspections being completed. Remember! You must submit your business license application to the Business Licensing office before an inspection can be set up. Our Fire Inspectors will call or stop by after receiving your application. You may also request an appointment by calling one of the numbers below. If you don’t hear from us within 5 business days, please call the appropriate number below. Fire Marshal’s Office For more information or questions call: Joseph Mittelman Fire Marshal Office, (801) 264-2775, Mobile, (801) 592-7977 Pat Killion Deputy Fire Marshal Office, (801) 264-2776, Mobile, (801) 573-7381 George Zboril Inspector Office, (801) 264-2773, Mobile, (801) 856-2616 Scott White Inspector Office, (801) 264-2773, Mobile, (801) 550-6550 Main Fire Department Office, (801) 264-2780 Page 6 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- MURRAY CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT BUSINESS SELF INSPECTION FORM Business Name: Owner Name: Business Phone: Business Contact Email: Date: Address: Zip: This next portion will not be posted or tracked by anyone but Murray City Emergency Responders. This is needed for Murray Fire department to contact to your business in the event of an emergency and your business is closed. Example: if you have a fire alarm or suspicion of a fire at 2am what are the 2 best contacts for key holders or access to prevent unneeded damage on false alarms. Name: Contact 24-hour number: Response time: Name: Contact 24-hour number: Response time: To comply with Murray City adopted building and fire code please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. These codes will assist your business in being safer and prevent unneeded accidents when followed. Instructions: 1. Owner, manager, or other facility manager shall conduct this inspection form and return it to Murray City with your business license renewal each year. 2. Walk through your business and answer all questions below. If there is a simple solution, please correct it. If extra help is needed, please contact the necessary help to safely correct your violation. 3. When your inspection form is complete, and all questions are answered please sign and return this form with your business license application. For any questions please contact Fire Marshal at [PHONE REDACTED] 1. Is your address visible on the outside of your building from the street? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 2. Is your outside electrical panel and gas meter clear of debris and accessible? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 3. Are exits clearly visible, marked, and not blocked from any obstructions? All pathways, halls, doors, and other areas that lead to exiting a structure shall be kept clear and free of material. Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 4. Fire Extinguishers (2A10BC) mounted every 75 feet of travel, visible, and serviced within the last year?Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 5. Are all electrical outlets properly protected with face plates and needed protection measures? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 6. Is your business free from any extension cords being used as permanent power? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 7. In the electrical panel are circuit breakers are clear from any tape and all empty spaces are filled with spacers or not punched out? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 8. Flammable liquids, oily rags and other fire hazards are properly secured and protected in UL rated flammable containers? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ 9. Is your business clean and free from piles of debris, garbage, or other hazardous items? Notes: Yes ☐ NO ☐ N/A ☐ You may request a fire department representative to come to your business to answer any questions? Murray Fire will conduct random inspections throughout the year, this form is to increase our business education, safety, and fire prevention. Name of the person completing this form: Page 7 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- HOME OCCUPATION RENTAL PROPERTY OWNER AUTHORIZATION This page to be completed only if you as the Business Owner are renting your home/property and do not own the property listed as the Business Address. - - - - - - - - - - - This section to be completed by the Business Owner - - - - - - - - - - - Name of Business: Business Owner’s Name: Business Owner’s Phone Number: Property Address: Detailed Description of Business: - - - - - - - - - - - This section to be completed and signed by the Property Owner- - - - - - - - - - - Property Owner’s Name: (Print name) Property Owner’s Phone Number: As the owner of the above listed property, I authorize to conduct the business as described at the address above. Signature: Date: M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T (801) 270-2425 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 [EMAIL REDACTED] Page 8 of 9 Ver1.2021 ---PAGE BREAK--- MURRAY CITY MAJOR HOME OCCUPATION NEIGHBOR CONSENT LETTER As a property owner adjacent to or abutting property at my signature below indicates that I have no objection to the establishment of the major home occupation use described here: I understand that if I do not wish to sign this consent letter, the applicant may request approval of the major home occupation by the Planning Commission. Signatures are required from the owners of all properties adjacent or abutting the applicant’s property. This includes businesses, churches, apartments, parks, golf courses, schools, etc. Adjacent properties include properties that are separated from the property by a street, alley, easement, canal, or other public right of way or easement. See the diagram for clarification. OWNER’S SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME ADDRESS OF PROPERTY DATE M U R R A Y C I T Y C O R P O R A T I O N C O M M U N I T Y & E C O N O M I C D E V E L O P M E N T 4646 South 500 West Murray, Utah 84123 (801) 270-2425 [EMAIL REDACTED] (Applicant Name) (Applicant Address) Street, Alley, or Canal, Easement HOME OCCUPATION Page 9 of 9 Ver1.2021