City of SeaTac Business License

The City of SeaTac requires all businesses located within the city limits, or who conduct business within the city limits, to be licensed with the city.

The City of SeaTac participates in state Business Licensing Service partnership. This combined licensing system makes it easier to connect state and local requirements in one annual transaction for most businesses. For fast service, apply online for a city business license.

Home Operated Businesses

If you are located within SeaTac City Limits and wish to operate from a residence, a completed Home Occupation Addendum must also be completed and returned to the city Finance Department. Email the completed addendum to businesslicenses@seatacwa.gov or mail to City of SeaTac Finance Department 4800 S 188^th St SeaTac, Washington 98188

Mobile Food Vendor

SeaTac is a vibrant community with diverse foods to explore. We're excited that you want to bring something new to our community and we want to help you get started!

To complete this process, food vendors will need to obtain a City of SeaTac business license and complete a Mobile Food Vendor Addendum packet. The steps outlined below will guide you through this process.

Checklist for Mobile Food Trucks   

Here are the steps you need to follow to get your food truck approved and ready to work in our city.

1. Vendor has or maintains a SeaTac Business License.
   For more options, call Business Licensing Service (360) 705-6741.
   
   
2. Vendor submits a copy of Seattle King County Public Health Permit.
   
   
3. Vendor gets their vehicle inspected from participating Fire Agencies.
   If through Renton Regional Fire Authority, Call (425) 276-9580 to schedule an appointment.
   If the vehicle is working three or more days in a row, an Operational Permit from Puget Sound Fire Authority may be required.  To confirm, contact (253) 856-4400.
   
   
4. Review and understand the following sections of the City of SeaTac Municipal Code Regarding Mobile Food Trucks:
   SMC 5.55 Mobile Food Vendors
   SMC 15.415 Mobile Food Vending
   
   
5. Vendor submits a Mobile Food Vendor Addendum packet   with all required forms by email or physical location to the City Finance Department located on the 3rd floor of City Hall at 4800 S. 188th St., SeaTac 98188.
   For more information, please call (206) 973-4885 or email businesslicenses@seatacwa.gov.
   
   
6. Vendors will be notified when approved or if there are any questions. Please be attentive to City questions regarding your Addendum packet to make sure your application is processed in a timely manner.
   
   
7. To vend in a City Park, prior approval and/or permits are required through the Parks Department. Contact (206) 973-4680.
   

Ready to Apply? 

If you wish to operate a Mobile Food Truck within the City, a completed Mobile Food Vendor Addendum must also be completed and returned to the city Finance Department. Email the completed addendum to businesslicenses@seatacwa.gov or mail to City of SeaTac Finance Department 4800 S 188^th St., SeaTac, Washington 98188

Questions?

• Go online to Business Licensing Service
• Call 1.360.705.7985 or
• Chat with BLS customer service.

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