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What Licenses Do You Need in Logan?
Business license requirements in Logan, Utah depend on your industry, business activities, entity type, and location. Most businesses need several types of licenses to operate legally.
Logan Business License
A general business license or business tax certificate from the City of Logan is typically required for any business operating within city limits.
Utah State Registrations
State-level tax registrations, professional licenses, and regulatory filings required by Utah agencies.
Professional Licenses
If you provide professional services in Logan (legal, medical, engineering, accounting), you must hold the appropriate state-issued credentials.
Zoning Compliance
Your business location in Logan must comply with local zoning ordinances. Home-based businesses may need a home occupation permit.
Industry Permits
Food service, health, fire, alcohol, and other industry-specific permits may be required depending on your business activities in Logan.
Federal Licenses
Businesses in regulated industries (alcohol, firearms, broadcasting, transportation) must also obtain federal licenses and permits.
Licensing Office
City of Logan, Department of Community Development — Business Licensing Division
290 North 100 West
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Information verified as of July 30, 2026
Web VerifiedBusiness Licensing in Logan
Every business operating within Logan city limits needs a City of Logan business license, administered by the Business Licensing Division of the Department of Community Development. The city's rule is broad: a license is required for the sale of tangible personal property at retail or wholesale, the manufacturing of goods, and the rendering of services to others — for profit or not for profit — and owning rental property counts. Commercial licenses are priced by floor area (Level 1 under 10,000 sq ft, Level 2 at or above), with separate categories for home occupations, independent contractors, landlords, mobile food vendors, solicitors and special events. Applications are reviewed under Title 5 of the Logan Municipal Code and may require inspection.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Renewal Due Date
Renewed annually — your expiration date is printed on the renewal invoice Logan mails you
Renews annually
Late Payment Penalties
Penalties begin after a 30-day grace period following expiration, then accrue monthly up to 100% of the license fee. The monthly amount is set per category: $12.50 (Home Occupation, Independent Occupation, Commercial Secondary, Landlord, ADU, STR), $25.00 (Commercial Level 1), $50.00 (Commercial Level 2), $62.50 (Alcohol).
What You Need to Apply in Logan
Did You Know? — Logan Business Licensing Facts
Logan splits commercial licenses purely by floor area: Commercial Level 1 is a location under 10,000 square feet ($150 new / $100 renewal), Level 2 is 10,000 square feet or more ($250 / $200).
A $75 Fire Administrative Fee is charged on top of the license fee and is listed only on the application form, not on the city's published fee page.
Owning rental property in Logan is a licensed business activity — the city issues separate Landlord, Accessory Dwelling Unit and Short-Term Rental licenses, each $75 new / $50 renewal.
Late penalties compound monthly until they reach 100% of the license fee, so a lapsed Commercial Level 2 renewal can end up costing double.
Changing license category carries its own fee: $20 to move to a like or lower category, $95 to $195 to move up.
Logan City's sales tax location code is 03038 — the number the Utah State Tax Commission needs to attribute your sales tax to the right city.
Who Is Exempt from Logan Business Licensing?
Logan issues a reduced-fee "Home Occupation Exempt" category at $50 for qualifying home-based businesses (against $75 for a standard new Home Occupation license). Nonprofit status does not remove the licensing requirement — the city's rule covers activity conducted "for profit or non-profit." Confirm your category with the Business Licensing Division before assuming any exemption applies.
Logan Business License Forms
Commercial Business License Application
New business license application for businesses with a permanent physical location inside Logan city limits.
Home Occupation Application
Application for a home-based business in Logan.
Landlord Business License Application
Application for owners of rental dwellings in Logan.
Short-Term Rental Application
Application for a short-term rental business license.
Mobile Food Vendor Application
Application for mobile food vendors operating in Logan.
Itinerant / Transient Business License Application
Application for temporary and long-term vendors.
Special Event Application
Application for a special event license.
Solicitor License Application
Application for door-to-door sales and solicitation.
Landlord Business License Amendment
Amend an existing landlord business license.
Business License Online Renewal
Payment-only renewal portal. Requires the License Type, License Number and Renewal Number from your mailed renewal invoice.
Forms and Applications (all)
The city's full index of business licensing forms, including ADU, alcohol and special-event packets.
Fee Schedule
| Fee | Amount | Period |
|---|---|---|
Commercial Level 1 — new application Business location under 10,000 sq ft. Renews at $100/year. | $150 | one-time |
Commercial Level 1 — renewal Late penalty $25.00 per month after the 30-day grace period, up to 100%. | $100 | annual |
Commercial Level 2 — new application Business location 10,000 sq ft or more. Renews at $200/year. | $250 | one-time |
Commercial Level 2 — renewal Late penalty $50.00 per month after the 30-day grace period, up to 100%. | $200 | annual |
Commercial Secondary — new application Secondary business use at an existing location. Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
Home Occupation — new application Home-based business. Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
Home Occupation Exempt — new application Reduced-fee home occupation category. Renews at $50/year. | $50 | one-time |
Independent Occupation — new application Independent contractor. Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
Fire Administrative Fee Charged in addition to the license fee. Listed on the city application form. | $75 | one-time |
Alcohol License — new application Includes the business license. Renews at $250/year; late penalty $62.50/month. | $300 | one-time |
Landlord Business License — new application Rental property owners. Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
Short-Term Rental (STR) Business License — new application Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
ADU Landlord License — new application Accessory dwelling unit rentals. Renews at $50/year. | $75 | one-time |
Mobile Food Vendor | $75 | one-time |
Solicitor Registration | $75 | one-time |
Special Event License | $75 | one-time |
Temporary / Long-Term Vendor | $75 | one-time |
Category change — like or lower category e.g. C1 to C1, C2 to C1, C1 to M1. | $20 | one-time |
Category change — Commercial Level 1 to Level 2 | $120 | one-time |
Category change — Minor to Commercial Level 1 | $95 | one-time |
Category change — Minor to Commercial Level 2 | $195 | one-time |
Logan License Requirements
Utah business name registration
Register your business name with the State of Utah at corporations.utah.gov before applying. Logan waives this only if you operate under your own personal name.
All businessesUtah sales tax number
Obtain a Utah State Tax Commission sales tax number at tax.utah.gov. Logan City's location code is 03038 — the code that attributes your sales tax to the city.
All businessesFederal EIN
Logan's application collects your federal Employer Identification Number, separately from any state or professional licence number.
All businessesProfessional or regulatory licence
If your work is regulated, supply the licence number and issuing agency — DOPL, Utah State Bar, real estate and similar. Logan notes this is not the FEIN.
specific industriesNAICS code
The application asks for the NAICS code describing your business activity.
All businessesApplication and emergency contacts
Every application must carry at least one application contact and one emergency contact, each with date of birth and driver licence or passport number.
All businessesSite and operations detail
Commercial applicants report square footage, full- and part-time employee counts, parking stalls for both the business and the building, and hours of operation.
commercialSign permit
Permanent signage needs a separate Sign Permit from the Division of Planning and Zoning at (435) 716-9036 — it is not covered by the business licence.
commercialBuilding permit and compliance inspection
Electrical, plumbing, structural or mechanical alterations to the space require their own building permit and a compliance inspection under the Logan Municipal Code.
commercialHome occupation approval
Home-based businesses apply under the Home Occupation category, or the reduced-fee Home Occupation Exempt category where it applies.
home basedLandlord licensing
Renting out property is a licensed activity in Logan: a Landlord, ADU or Short-Term Rental licence is required depending on the arrangement.
specific industriesTitle 5 review
Applications are reviewed under Title 5 of the Logan Municipal Code and may require inspections. Submitting an application does not itself grant a licence, and incomplete applications are not processed.
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Penalties for Operating Without a License in Logan
Businesses found operating without required licenses in Logan, UT can face penalties ranging from late-fee surcharges to four-figure fines per violation, cease-and-desist orders, revocation of existing permits, inability to enforce contracts, and in some cases criminal misdemeanor charges. Don't risk your business.
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How to Get a Business License in Logan, UT
Follow these steps to obtain your Logan business license. Requirements vary by business type, but this is the general process for most businesses in Logan, UT.
Choose Your Business Structure
Before applying for a Logan business license, determine your entity type (sole proprietorship, LLC, corporation, partnership). Your structure affects which licenses you need and how you register with Utah and the IRS.
Check Zoning Requirements
Verify that your business location in Logan is zoned for your intended use. Contact the Logan Planning Department for zoning verification. Home-based businesses typically need a home occupation permit.
Register with the State of Utah
Register your business entity with the Utah Secretary of State (if applicable), obtain an EIN from the IRS, and register for state tax obligations including sales tax and employer withholding.
Apply for Your Logan Business License
Submit your business license application to the City of Logan, Department of Community Development — Business Licensing Division. Online applications are available. Include all required documentation and fees.
Obtain Additional Permits
Depending on your industry in Logan, you may need additional permits — health department permits for food service, fire department approval, alcohol licenses, professional licenses, or industry-specific certifications.
Display Your License and Stay Compliant
Once issued, display your Logan business license prominently at your place of business. Licenses renew annually. Track renewal deadlines to avoid penalties and late fees.
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Sources & Verification
Logan, Utah business license information on this page was compiled and verified by Corporate Legal Services from official government sources — last verified .
Logan business license information last verified July 30, 2026. Fees, deadlines, and requirements are subject to change. Verify with Logan or contact CLS for current requirements.
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