Business & Development

Doing Business in Spokane

Congratulations on taking one of the first steps to starting your new business in the City of Spokane! All businesses operating in the City or with the City are required to obtain a City of Spokane Business Registration. SMC 8.01

Depending on the type of business you are engaged in, there may be other required licenses/permits/registrations and taxes.

Please view our Frequently Asked Questions page to help you understand our business licensing process.

Doing Business with the City of Spokane

The City of Spokane now offers ACH direct deposit for vendor payments. For details, please call Leonard in Accounts Payable at 509.625.6028

Vendor Forms

• ACH Vendor Enrollment Form (PDF 78 KB)
• W-9 Request for Vendors
• Business Registration Exemption Form (PDF 120 KB)