Community Services

Washoe County Business License will help guide customers through the process of starting or expanding a business within the unincorporated County.  To get started, please read about the license application process and get additional answers at Common Questions.  Information about the different types of business license may be found with the links below.  The City of Reno and the City of Sparks license separately.  If you plan to operate a new business or provide services in more than one location (City of Reno, City of Sparks, unincorporated Washoe County), please consider using the multi-jurisdictional license process.

ONE Regional Licensing and Permits Portal is your all-access on-line portal for business licensing and permit information.  The portal is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Learn how to use the regional portal and register for a customer account.

10 Steps to Obtaining your Business License with Washoe County (2-sided tri-fold brochure)
Common Questions about Business Licensing