Business License
You need a license to conduct business
Read below to find out more information
Municipal Code
Business Licenses are governed by the Ocean Shores Municipal Code
Click on the button below to view the Municipal code section on Business Licenses
Planning Commission
Some Businesses may wish to review the documents associated with the Planning Commission. Click on the button below to review the Planning Commission documents.
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Ocean Shores is a business friendly community with many opportunities. We are a young City that is only about 40 percent built out that is experiencing the strongest growth rate in Grays Harbor County. We are one of the fastest growing cities in Washington State. Attracting and retaining businesses is a top City priority. We want our community businesses to prosper and grow. Doing business here, like anywhere, is not without it's challenges, so whether you are someone thinking about starting a business or are already in business - Make sure that you have a good business plan.
Your Business License
You must have a business license to conduct business in Ocean Shores. Business licenses may be obtained at and delivered to City Hall, or the City utility office. Click below to download a Business license application and/or renewal.
Links for Businesses in Ocean Shores
These links are for reference only and not intended to endorse any link recipiant
Ocean Shores Chamber of Commerce
Grays Harbor Economic Development Council
Ocean Shores "City Data" Profile