Permits and licenses are issued by numerous city departments. 

City Clerk's Permits and Licenses
To find general operations permits, please begin your search with the City Clerk.

• Liquor, Beer and Dance Club Licenses
• Adult, Escort, Massage Parlor and Medical Marijuana Licenses
• Amusement Arcades
• Block Parties and Parade Permits
• Christmas Tree and Fireworks Sales
• Dog Licenses
• Noise Permits
• Pawnbroker's Licenses

Public Works Department - Building Division
All tenant finish work and improvements to a property is required to be done with a building permit.  All contractors must be registered.  

• Contractor registration
• Building, electrical and other Permits

Planning Department -  Development Assistance
The redevelopment of a property in Lakewood must go through a site planning review.  If your project involves developing property, please contact the Planning Department.

• Pre-planning site consultations
• Sign permits
• Fence permits
• Land development applications

Finance Department - Revenue Division
All entities doing business in the City of Lakewood are required to hold a Sales and/or Use Tax license.  This applies to home-based businesses as well.  Apply for a license with the Finance Department.

• Sales Tax Licenses
• Use Tax Licenses