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 January 1, 2026, an additional 15% penalty has been added in accordance with City Code.
The updated payment amounts are as follows:
Commercial businesses: $98.12 → $122.65 (includes 25% late fee)
Home businesses, cosmetologists, etc.: $39.69 → $49.61 (includes 25% late fee)
If payment is not received by the end of January, your account will be placed with Code Compliance, and you will be required to appear in front of the Special Magistrate at a Code Compliance Hearing. 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.