Business Licences | City of Delta

All businesses in Delta require a licence to operate. This ensures all business locations are safe and meet land-use requirements.

Business Licence Categories

Resident businesses

Resident businesses operate from a location within Delta and may require inspection of the premises to ensure compliance with building, plumbing, fire, health, environmental control and zoning regulations. Our Business Licence staff will coordinate the required inspections once a completed application and payment has been received. The approval process usually takes a minimum of 15 business days.

Non-resident businesses

Non-resident businesses have their offices located outside of Delta but carry on business within this Municipality. Inspection of the business location is not required and the Business Licence will usually be approved within three to five business days.

Business License
- Home-Based Business Licence
- Commercial or Industrial Business Licence
- Non-Resident Business Licence
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Inter-Municipal Business License
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Real Estate Management Business Licence
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Your Business Licence will automatically renew after one year of business.
The Business Licence renewal notices are mailed out approximately one month prior to the expiration date of a Business Licence.
Renewing Your Business License
Online Portal
In Person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres. Delta, BC.
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave, Delta
Payments can be made in cash, cheque or credit card.
By Mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres,
Delta BC V4K 3E2
(make cheque payable to City of Delta)
Changing Your Business Licence
If you have moved or changed company names we require that you complete a Business Licence application form and indicate which type of change you are making at the top of the form.
Submit your application:
- By email: businesslicences@delta.ca
- In person:
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- By mail:
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres
Delta BC V4K 3E2
There is no fee to make changes to your business information.
Changing the Ownership of Your Business
If you have changed ownership we require that you complete a Business Licence application form and indicate which type of change you are making at the top of the form.
Submit your application:
- By email: businesslicences@delta.ca
- In person:
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- By mail:
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres
Delta BC V4K 3E2
Cancel your Business Licence
If your business has ceased to operate in Delta
Submit your notification:
- By email: businesslicences@delta.ca
- By phone: 604-946-3314
All Business Licences are good for one year from the application date. We mail out Business Licence renewal notices one month before Licences are set to expire.
Fees
*Annual Licence Fee: The annual Licence fee depends on the business type.
Read: - Schedule A Delta Business Licence Bylaw No. 7670, 2017.
When you will receive your Business Licence
Your Business Licence will be processed after we receive payment for the Licence fees.

Types of Licences / How to Apply

Explore the types of businesses that require a business licence. Find out how to apply for a business licence, additional requirements, and other approvals you might need.

Apply for a Home-Based Business Licence
You have a Home-Based business if your business operates from a residence within the City of Delta.
1. Ensure your business complies with bylaws
Read over the Home-Based Business Regulations to make sure your home-based business is allowed to operate, and make sure you comply.
*Home-based businesses operating in multiple family dwellings, including a duplex, require permission in writing from the owner and/or manager of the building and the occupants of the adjoining dwelling units.
2. Submit your Application
Complete the Business Licence application form and submit it to the City of Delta:
- Apply by email: businesslicences@delta.ca
- Apply in person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
- Apply by mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
3. Licence Payment
Once your Business Licence has been approved an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with instructions on how to pay.

Payment Methods
- Online Portal: deltaonline.ca
- In Person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
or
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- By Mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
4. Business Licence
Once your invoice has been paid your Business Licence will be mailed to you.
Moving your Home-Based Business Licence
If you have moved your business to a new home please complete a Business Licence application form and submit it to the City of Delta.
Renewals
Your Business Licence is valid for one year from the application date, and renews automatically.
Contact Information
Licensing Office at businesslicences@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3314 if you have any questions about your home-based Business Licence application.
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:45pm
Apply for a Commercial or Industrial Business Licence
If are starting a new business in Delta, follow these steps to successfully receive your new commercial or industrial Business Licence:
1. Ensure your business complies with bylaws
Review the business regulations commercial / industrial businesses in Delta.
Make sure the zoning of the property allows the type of business specified on the application. Before signing any lease or purchase agreements.
2. Find out if there are additional requirements for the Licence
Some professions have associations that require membership and/or certification before you can get a business license. These professions include, but are not limited to: plumbers, engineers, doctors, dentists and registered massage therapists.
3. Submit your Application
Submit your application by completing the Business Licence application form.
- Apply in person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
- Apply by email businesslicences@delta.ca.
- Apply by mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
4. Licence Approvals
Depending on the type of business that you intend to operate, the following review and/or inspections may be required prior to issuance of the Licence:
- Property Use and Compliance, Building and Plumbing - review for compliance with Building, Zoning, Land Use Contract, and Development Permit regulations, and any outstanding orders against the property.
- Delta Fire Department - review of fire safety requirements and any outstanding orders against the property.
- Fraser Health - Medical Health Officer - review is required if the business involves the preparation, distribution, and selling of foods (e.g. restaurants, grocery stores) other than pre-packaged or pre-bottled food stuffs. Approval is also required for day care and community care facilities as well as for personal services, e.g. beauty salon.
- Climate Action & Environment, Environmental Department - review is required by an environmental control officer and may require Provincial Waste Management review or GVRD Pollution Control Permit if liquid, solid or airbourne wastes are produced.
5. Licence Payment
Once your Business Licence has been approved an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with instructions on how to pay.
Payment Methods
- In Person:
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
or
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- Online Portal at deltaonline.ca
- By Mail:
  a cheque made payable to City of Delta
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
6. Business Licence
Once your invoice has been paid your Business Licence will be mailed to you.
Renewals
Your Business Licence is valid for one year from the application date, and renews automatically.
Moving Your Commercial or Industrial Business License
If you have moved your business to a new location please complete a Business Licence application form and email it to businesslicences@delta.ca.
Contact Information
Licensing Office at businesslicences@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3314 if you have any questions about your Commercial or Industrial Business Licence Business Licence application.
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:45pm
Apply for an Inter-Municipal Business Licence.
City of Delta participates in two Inter-Municipal Business Licence (IMBL) programs: the Fraser Valley IMBL and the Metro-West IMBL.
*Eligibility is limited to businesses, defined as trades contractors or other professionals (related to the construction industry) that provide a service or product other than from their fixed and permanent location*
An Inter-Municipal Business Licence allows businesses to operate in more than one municipality.
Metro-West IMBL Program
The cost of the IMBL is $250 and is in addition to your existing City of Delta Business Licence. The IMBL is valid for the same term as your municipal in the City of Delta, it is valid for one year from the date of application.
Applications should be submitted to the municipal business licensing office of your home municipality (where your business is presently located and licensed).
The participating municipalities are:
- City of Burnaby
- City of Delta
- City of New Westminster
- City of Richmond
- City of Surrey
- City of Vancouver
Fraser Valley IMBL Program
The cost of the IMBL is $250 and is in addition to your existing City of Delta Business Licence. The IMBL is valid for the same term as your municipal Business Licence; in the City of Delta, it is valid for one year from the date of application.
Applications should be submitted to the municipal business licensing office of your home municipality (where your business is presently located and licensed).
The participating municipalities are:
- City of Abbotsford
- City of Chilliwack
- City of Delta
- District of Hope
- District of Kent
- City of Langley
- Township of Langley
- District of Maple Ridge
- District of Mission
- City of Pitt Meadows
- City of Surrey
How to Apply for an Inter-Municipal Business Licence
1. Submit your Application
Submit your Inter-Municipal Business Licence application form.
- Apply in person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
- Apply by email businesslicences@delta.ca
- Apply by mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
2. Licence Payment
Once your Business Licence has been approved an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with instructions on how to pay.
Payment Methods
- In Person:
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
or
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- Online Portal at deltaonline.ca
- By Mail:
  a cheque made payable to City of Delta
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
3. Inter-Municipal Business Licence
Once your invoice has been paid your Business Licence will be mailed to you.
Renewals
Your Business Licence is valid for one year from the application date, and renews automatically.
Contact Information
Licensing Office at businesslicences@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3314 if you have any questions about your Inter-Municipal Business Licence application.
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:45pm
Apply for a Non-Resident Business Licence
Businesses that do not have a physical location in Delta, but perform services within the city, require a non-resident Delta Business Licence.
Business Licences for non-resident businesses are typically issued the same day the application is made, provided that all required information is supplied on the application form.
To apply for a non-resident Business Licence :
1. Submit your Application
Submit your Non-Resident Business Licence application form.
- Apply in person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
- Apply by email businesslicences@delta.ca.
- Apply by mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
2. Licence Payment
Once your Business Licence has been approved an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with instructions on how to pay.
Payment Methods
- In Person:
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres
or
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- Online Portal at deltaonline.ca
- By Mail:
  a cheque made payable to City of Delta
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
3. Business Licence
Once your invoice has been paid your Business Licence will be mailed to you.
Renewals
Your Business Licence is valid for one year from the application date, and renews automatically.
Contact Information
Licensing Office at businesslicences@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3314 if you have any questions about your Business Licence application.
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:45pm
Apply for a Real Estate Management Business Licence
You have a Real Estate Management business if you manage or lease multiple residential, commercial or industrial properties in the City of Delta.
Apply for a Real Estate Management Business License
1. Submit your Application
Submit your application by completing the Real Estate Management Business Licence application form.
- Apply in person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
- Apply by email businesslicences@delta.ca.
- Apply by mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
2. Licence Payment
Once your Business Licence has been approved an invoice will be emailed or mailed to you with instructions on how to pay.
Payment Methods
- In Person
Delta City Hall
4500 Clarence Taylor Cres.
or
North Delta Recreation Centre
11415 84 Ave
- Online Portal at deltaonline.ca
- By Mail
Delta City Hall
Business Licences
4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent
Delta, BC V4K 3E2
3. Business Licence
Once your invoice has been paid your Business Licence will be mailed to you.
Renewals
Your Business Licence is valid for one year from the application date, and renews automatically.
Contact Information
Licensing Office at businesslicences@delta.ca or by phone at 604-946-3314 if you have any questions about your Real Estate Management Business Licence application.
Monday - Friday: 8:30am to 4:45pm

*Business Licences are non-transferable and non-refundable *