Summary
Every Daly City business owes its license tax by October 1, calculated on prior-year gross income — not net profit. IRS extensions don't help; late filers face accruing penalties. Commissioners are being enlisted to remind businesses in their networks.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The license tax hits every active business — roughly 7,000–8,000 licenses citywide — with penalties that accrue for late filers.
Business owners who renew on time avoid penalties, and Business License Division staff get relief during their busiest season.
Business owners who miss the October 1 deadline face penalties that grow over time.
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