Trash and recycling collection resumes

On July 14, Republic Services resumed regular trash and recycling collection and is providing extra drivers and vehicles to empty carts that weren’t collected over the past week. Residents should leave trash and recycling carts at the curb until they have been serviced.  Read more

Businesses

Quick access to the tools you need to keep your business moving forward.

Common services

Get a business license

Apply and pay online for a Santa Ana business license.

Start a business

Learn about the steps to starting your business.

Development regulations

Learn about the City's design guidelines and development standards.

Do business with the City

Register as a vendor and find open bid opportunities to work with the City.

Commercial cannabis 

Learn about the cannabis ordinance and apply for a commercial cannabis permit.

Programs to help your business thrive

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Foreign Trade Zone

The Port of Long Beach operates Foreign Trade Zone 50, covering Orange County, western San Bernardino County and most of Los Angeles County. Qualifying businesses in FTZ-50 can reduce costs by deferring, reducing and potentially eliminating customs duties.

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WORK Center

Whether you are a job seeker looking to find work or transition careers, a youth looking to thrive in the workforce, or a business looking to build a strong workforce to support your growth —the WORK Center is here to help.

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Recycling Market Development Zone

The Orange County Recycling Market Development Zone (OCRMDZ) is an economic development program that utilizes the growing supply of recyclable materials to fuel new businesses, expand existing ones, create jobs, and divert waste from landfills.

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Hotel Incentive Program

To attract new hotel developments, we offer economic incentives for the development of four to five stars or AAA-Rate Four Diamond and above quality hotels.

Shop Local

Support our local small businesses by purchasing gifts for loved ones, visiting your favorite or new restaurant, or indulge yourself in self care at one of our local personal services businesses .

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