The renewal period for the 2025/2026 Business Tax Receipt (BTR) ran from July 1 through September 30, 2025, for the upcoming fiscal year October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026. As of October 1, 2025, renewals are now past due and an initial 10% late penalty was applied. As of November 1, 2025, an additional 5% penalty has been added in accordance with City Code.
The updated payment amounts are as follows:
Commercial businesses: $98.12 → $112.84 (includes 15% late fee)
Home businesses, cosmetologists, etc.: $39.69 → $45.64 (includes 15% late fee)
If payment is not received promptly, an additional 5% penalty per month will apply for each subsequent month of delinquency, up to a maximum of 25%. Please refer to your previous year’s BTR for your rate, or check the City Code for detailed business tax classifications and amounts. A $5 service fee will be added to all credit card transactions. If you would like to pay by check/cash, please complete the paper renewal form and mail/drop off to the City for processing.