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Required in most cases when you plan to make changes to the interior or exterior of the building you plan to occupy (i.e. construction, alterations, electrical, mechanical, plumbing).
applies to: Food Manufacture
Required for all entities doing business within city limits. See "County Unincorporated" for businesses located outside of city limits.
Every business is subject to an annual inspection of the facility for conditions as required in the Uniform Fire Code. In addition, many Fire Departments offer informative Fire Safety Programs (i.e. disaster preparedness, fire prevention, public safety education/awareness).
Industrial users who propose to discharge industrial wastewater into the sewer system must complete an application for a wastewater discharge permit.
Required if your business will handle, generate, or otherwise manage hazardous substances (i.e. waste and materials. The Unified Program consolidates, coordinates, and makes consistent portions of six exisiting programs administered under one authority: <> Hazardous Waste Generators & Onsite Treatment, <> USTs, <> Above Ground Storage Tanks, <> Hazardous Material Release Response Plans & Inventories, <> California Accidental Release Program (CalARP), and <> Uniform Fire Code Hazardous Materials Management Plans & Inventories.
agency note: The Office of Environmental Services is the designated lead agency in the CUPA for services within the incorporated city limits.
You must verify that the propsed site is zoned for your intended use. This must be done before you purchase a Business Tax Certificate (Business License). Some examples include: zone changes, variances or conditional use permits.
The Food Program is responsible for all retail food facilities located within the county. These include: Food Establishments (restaurants, markets, concession stands, delis, bakeries, bars, taverns, school cafeterias, and frozen dessert establishments), and Mobile Food Facilities (produce vehicles, carts, ice cream and catering trucks).
A Fictitious Business Name (FBN) or Doing Business As (DBA) statement is required when the business name does not include the surname of the individual owner(s) and each of the partners; or the business name suggests the existence of additional owners; or the nature of the business in not clearly evident by the name of the business. For example Bill Smith and Sons Plumbing would require a FBN because the name implies additional owners, Bill Smith Plumbing does not require a FBN. Bill Smith Industries would require a FBN because it does not identify the nature of the business.
Businesses using scales, fuel pumps, electronic or manual price lookup scanner devices, or other measuring devices must ensure proper calibration and pass inspections.
Verify that the propsed site is zoned for your intended use. This should be done first before you purchase any other permits. Some examples include: zone changes, variances or conditional use permits.
Required if any person constructs, alters, replaces or operates any units that emit, may emit, or may reduce air emissions within the Region. An Authority to Construct must be obtained before building or installing a new emissions unit or modifying an existing emissions unit that requires a permit. A Permit to Operate is issued after all construction is completed and the emission unit is ready for operation. A permit is required for any sanding, coating, painting or the venting of vessels into the air. In addition, a Portable Equipment Registration is needed for any portable welders (over 50-hp) you operate (i.e. welding shops).
agency note: Modesto Office: 4230 Kiernan Ave | Suite 130 | Modesto, CA 95356 | (209) 557-6400
Required of all businesses using (1) pressurized tanks with a volume greater than 1.5 cubic feet and containing greater than 150 PSI (pounds per square inch) of air; (2) Steam boilers over 15 PSI; or (3) retail stationary propane tanks.
agency note: "To apply for a "Permit to Operate" for an air tank, liquefied petroleum tank or a boiler, click on the link Pressure Vessel Inspection Request Form."
If you are considering becoming a corporation, (either stock or nonprofit), a limited liability company or a partnership (limited, or limited liability), you must file with the Secretary of State's Office.
agency note: Also, if you are conducting business as one of the following, you must file a bond with the Secretary of State's Office: immigration consultant, credit services organization, dance studio, discount buying organization, employment agency, employment counseling service, invention developer, job listing service, nurses registry, or auctioneer or auction company.
Harassment or discrimination in employment is prohibited if it is based on a person's race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, physical disability (including AIDS), mental disability, marital status, medical condition (cured cancer), and refusal of family care leave. Discrimination in housing, public services and accommodations is also prohibited.
agency note: Employers must post the Harassment or Discrimination in Employment notice (DFEH 162) and provide their employees with a copy of the DFEH's information sheet on sexual harassment (DFEH 185) or a statement that contains equivalent information. Employers must also provide notice of an employee's right to request pregnancy disability leave or transfer, as well as notice to request a family and medical care leave (CFRA). Employers with 5 or more employees must maintain all personnel records for a minimum of 2 years.
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit No. CAS000001 includes waste discharge requirements for discharges of storm water associated with industrial activities, excluding construction activities.
Required for all processors, manufacturers, packers and holders of processed food, and businesses shipping food products intra or inter-state.
agency note: See "Processed Food Registration Application Request" under General Food.
Required to file a registration form within 15 days after paying more than $100.00 in wages to one or more employees. No distinction is made between full-time and part-time or permanent and temporary employees in meeting this requirement.
All businesses selling or leasing tangible property must obtain a Seller's Permit.
agency note: For Additional information about RESALE CERTIFICATE go to this website: www.boe.ca.gov/sutax/faqresale.htm
Required of businesses that generate, surrender to be transported, transport, treat, or dispose of hazardous waste.
agency note: DTSC issues State Generator EPA ID Numbers. You may be referred to Federal EPA if you generate over 100 kg per month of RCRA waste or outside California 1-800-618-6942
Businesses should obtain the appropriate State income tax forms from the Franchise Tax Board.
agency note: All businesses are required to submit a Business Income Tax statement annually.
Businesses with employees must comply with laws establishing minimum standards for wages, hours and working conditions.
Any facility or activity that discharges, or proposes to discharge, waste that may affect groundwater quality or from which waste may be discharged in a diffused manner (e.g., erosion from soil disturbance) must first obtain waste discharge requirements
Businesses with employees must maintain Workers' Compensation Insurance coverage on either a self-insured basis, or provided through a commercial carrier, or the State Workers' Compensation Insurance Fund.
Employers with employees, business partnerships, and corporations, must obtain an Employer Identification Number from the I.R.S. Businesses can obtain appropriate Federal income tax forms from this location.
Employees hired after November 6, 1986 must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
This "One-Stop" Center provides employer no-fee benefits and services, such as: <> Employee Recruitment Needs, <> On-the-Job Training agreements, with Wage Reimbursements, <> Large Pool of Job Candidates with diverse skills & experience levels, <> Conference Facilities, and much more.
MSDC is a non-profit Certified Development Corporation that is the major manager of the Small Business Administration (SBA) 504 and Small Business Administration (SBA) 7- a loan program in Kern County. The SBA program may be able to assist you with financing through the SBA.
agency note: Mid State Development is a not-for-profit organization. that helps promote local economic growth and assists businesses in financing.
SBA sponsored, and cover the counties of San Luis Obispo, Kern and Monterey. Assists people in starting a business or growing an existing small business. Offer classes, workshops and provide confidential one on one consulting at no cost.
agency note: SBA sponsored
Training, consulting, business development, and loan approval services are available through the San Diego District Office. Programs include SCORE & SBDC, including international trade.
agency note: Eastern Kern County: 139 Balsam | Ridgecrest, CA 93555 | (760) 384-1120
The SBA renders assistance with special programs for women and minorities, financing for starting businesses, including developing business plans and providing information on other SBA programs.