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Content current as of 04/17/25

Register My Business in Tacoma

You can choose from several business structures to operate your business. Each type of business structure has certain advantages and disadvantages that should be considered. You should contact an attorney, accountant, financial advisor, or other business or legal advisor to determine the most suitable structure for your business.

Learn How to Start Your Business in Tacoma 

Learn more about how to start a business in Tacoma and the licenses you will need. 
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More Resources on Doing Business in Tacoma 

Make It Tacoma, our Community and Economic Development Department's website, is designed to help business owners, investors, site selectors, and entrepreneurs easily find the information they need to be successful in Tacoma. 
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Our Community and Economic Development Department is Here to Help

Our Community and Economic Development Department works to facilitate equitable economic growth and opportunity by supporting existing businesses, enabling reinvestment and revitalization, and promoting the attraction and creation of new businesses, living wage jobs, and housing options to enhance the quality of life in the community.
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