Connects you to licensing, regulatory requirements and business assistance services in Sonoma County.

The State of California does not require or issue business licenses for sole proprietorships or general partnerships. Other business structures, however, must register with the state. All businesses located in an incorporated city in Sonoma County must first obtain a business license from that city. The county does not require a business license to do business within its unincorporated areas, but all fictitious business names must be registered with the Sonoma County Clerk.

The Community Investment Fund Program (formerly Advertising and Promotions Program) utilizes a portion of the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) to encourage tourism, economic development and community engagement through a variety of grant award and funding avenues.

The Sonoma County Economic Development Board (EDB) provides numerous reports on the demographic and educational make-up of Sonoma County, along with reports about the County’s workforce. These reports are generally presented annually and are meant to give you a good picture of the county over the last several years.