الرئيسية Departments Economic Development Business Resources Regulations & Permits REGULATIONS & PERMITS The City of Lake Forest does not require a Business License in order for businesses to operate within the City. However, we encourage businesses to complete a business registration form for emergency contact information and to be placed on the City's mailing list to receive information on upcoming business seminars and workshops. Additionally, businesses who register are given placement in the Shop & Dine directory. Click here to view the Business License Policy Letter. For any questions regarding the regulation and permitting process please contact us at: Building and Safety Division: (949) 461-3470 Code Enforcement Division: (949) 461-3502 Economic Development: (949) 461-3567 Planning Division: (949) 461-3535 Public Works Department: (949) 461-3480 For information regarding water quality and pollution prevention regulations, please contact the Water Quality Division at (949) 461-3436. Business Registration Form Business License Policy Letter (PDF) Quick Links Registration Regulations Newsletter Social Media BUSINESS RESOURCES Bids Opportunities Business Resource Guides Business Tools Lake Forest Chamber of Commerce Digital Business Packet How to Do Business With the City Lake Forest Jobs Regulations & Permits Resources and Incentives Strategic Economic Investment Project 10 Step Guide to Starting a Business (PDF) South Orange County Entrepreneurs Academy Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates and Resources COVID-19 Relief Small Business Grant Program 2022 Business Survey