If your business is based and/or operates in an unincorporated region of the county, check with the county Planning and Zoning and/or Development Services departments regarding zoning laws. Check also with the Fire department and county Sheriff's department for any regulations/restrictions that might impact your business. If you want to file a ficticious business name, contact the County Recorder.
The county health departments preserve and secure the health, comfort and welfare of the general public, prevent the spread of contagious and communicable disease, and prevent the existence of unclean, filthy and unsanitary conditions and nuisances. They issue permits to - and perform inspections on - businesses like food establishments, pet shops, public accommodations, public and semi-public swimming pools, mobile food vendors, and trailer parks. The county regulates water, wastewater and solid waste related activities. To find your county health department, click on the county link below and look under Departments for terms such as Health Services or Environmental Health Services.