Do I need a license to conduct business in Napa and why?

The City of Napa requires everyone doing business in the City of Napa to pay a business license tax. The tax on most businesses is based on gross receipts earned and must be renewed at the end of the applicable period. Licenses are issued for revenue purposes only. It is not a permit to operate a business in violation of City, County, State and Federal Laws.

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1. Do I need a license to conduct business in Napa and why?
2. Where do I get information about business tax requirements?
3. Who is taxed?
4. What information is needed to obtain a business license?
5. How is the tax calculated?
6. How is the application reviewed and processed?
7. Can I do business while my license is in process?
8. How can I obtain a copy of a current business license?
9. How can I obtain a copy of a prior year's business license?
10. What else do I need to do to start my business?