aquaculture licence and permits.. Where?

[FishOnTheBrainCoral]

I was wonder if anyone had any links for information to obtain permit and licences to start selling corals in larger quantities...legally. Washington preferably.

 

 

 

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Sorry for being selfish. I put it back up..

[jeremai]

yeah, don't worry about sharing, since you're the only person in earth who could possibly benefit from that information.

 

 

protip: forums are for sharing information. this isn't your personal information library.

[tako]

To set up a coral business in the state of Washington:

 

-You'll need a Form 518c for Fish and Wildlife.

-To obtain this form all animals must be grown on commercial or industrial property in the state of Washington. They can't be kept on residential property.

-Federal permit for keeping exotic species

-Submit independent laboratory results of palytoxin levels to the DEA every six months

-An interstate license for transporting wildlife across state lines.

-Proof of origin for all your frags.

-Detailed receipts of all transactions in case you're audited.

-IRS 1040-ES.

 

Good luck

[FishOnTheBrainCoral]

thank you for that...

 

where did you get this info got a link?

[FishOnTheBrainCoral]

So I found a way to get this info. shortly after I posted this.

 

I went to the state buisness licence site and started filling in blanks and it gave me a bunch of info for contacts to call. I will find out in the next few days and keep this post updated.

 

From

Washington Department of licencing

You requested license information on the following business activity:

Aquaculture

 

To be conducted in:

Vancouver (Clark County) WA

 

Employees:

None

 

Ownership:

Sole Proprietor

 

The Following Questions were Asked:

Do you use a mass flow meter in your business? Answer: No

Will you weigh any products to determine the amount to charge? (For example, price per pound). Answer: No

 

 

CITY AND COUNTY INFORMATION

Please be advised that you should contact ANY county or incorporated city in which you perform your work to determine if additional licenses are needed.

 

Vancouver (Clark County) WA

License Department

Esther Short Building

610 Esther St

PO Box 8995

Vancouver, WA 98668 USA

Phone: (360) 619-1010 ext 3

Fax: (360) 619-1083

http://www.cityofvancouver.us/businesslicense

 

Clark County, Washington

Planning Division

1200 Franklin Street

Vancouver, WA 98660 USA

Phone: (360) 397-2424

Fax: (360) 397-2011

http://www.co.clark.wa.us/

 

Please remember:

* Verify with the city or county that the location of the business is zoned for that activity.

* Obtain a building permit for any construction or modification to a building.

* Check local codes before making or ordering a sign for your business because cities often restrict location, size, etc.

If you have questions about these requirements, please contact the City or County Planning and Building Department.

 

THE CITY OF VANCOUVER requires all businesses located within the city limits, or who conduct business within the city limits, to have a valid city business license or to file for an exemption, whichever applies. Certain restrictions may be imposed by the city if your business is conducted in your home. Approval of license may go through city police, planning, fire and building departments. Please contact the City of Vancouver directly to obtain more information.

 

MUNICIPAL BUSINESS TAXES: Washington cities tax private businesses, municipal, and private utility companies within their boundaries. Contact each city in which business will be conducted.

 

PROPERTY AND PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX: You must report your business property, furniture, equipment, supplies, etc., to the assessor of the county in which your business is located.

 

Clark County Assessor - (360) 397-2391

http://www.clark.wa.gov/assessor/Office_of_Assessor.html

 

MASTER LICENSE SERVICE

Licenses for the following state agencies are obtained through the Master Business Application. Contact the agency directly if you have regulatory questions.

 

UNIFIED BUSINESS IDENTIFIER (UBI) NUMBER: A UBI number is a nine-digit number that registers you with several state agencies and allows you to do business in Washington State. A UBI number is sometimes called a tax registration number, a business registration number, and a business license number.

Use the Master Business Application to apply for the UBI number.

 

OTHER STATE AGENCIES OR REGULATORY INFORMATION

You must contact the following agencies directly to obtain their licensing information.

 

The activity that you selected may require a commercial license. Please contact:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

600 Capitol Way N (mailing address) MS: 43135

1111 Washington St. SE (street location)

Olympia WA 98501-1091

(360) 902-2464

http://wdfw.wa.gov/index.html

 

The activity that you selected may require an environmental permit. Please contact:

Office of Regulatory Assistance

Environmental Permitting Services

300 Desmond Dr SE

Lacey WA 98504

Phone: (360) 407-7037

or 1-800-917-0043

711 (relay service) or 1-800-833-6388 (TTY)

E-Mail: assistance@ora.wa.gov

http://www.ora.wa.gov/today.asp

 

To identify environmental permits your business may need, use the on-line questionnaire.

 

http://apps.ecy.wa.gov/opas/

 

SALES TAX INFORMATION: If your business provides a service to customers, you may be required to collect sales tax for that service. Contact the Washington State Department of Revenue for further information regarding sales tax at 1-800-647-7706 or visit their website at http://www.dor.wa.gov/

 

FEDERAL INFORMATION

You must contact the following agencies directly to obtain their licensing information.

 

NAME USAGE: To avoid possible infringement on a reserved name, do a thorough search on all business names you will use.

In Washington State, visit the Business and Professional License Search website at: www.dol.wa.gov/business/checkstatus.html and call the Trademark Division of the Secretary of State at (360) 725-0377. Also contact the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office at 1-800-786-9199 (http://www.uspto.gov/).

 

FEDERAL FORMS: Call the Internal Revenue Service at 1-800-829-3676 to order the Publication 583 - Starting a Business and Keeping Records. Federal taxes may be paid by electronic transfer. In some cases, payment through electronic transfer is mandatory. Enrollment forms are available by calling either 1-800-555-4477 or 1-800-945-8400. You may also file some of your federal tax returns electronically. Contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to obtain information on electronic filing.

 

U.S. COPYRIGHT LAWS: If you use or intend to use live or recorded music at your place of business, be aware that all music used in this way is protected by U.S. copyright laws. For information contact the American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers (ASCAP) at 1-800-505-4052, or Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI) at 1-800-925-8451, or Sesac Incorporated at 1-800-826-9996.

 

 

 

I will contact the above links and find out and let ALL know whats required.