Lincoln City is a (the) classic beach town that defies the quaint trappings of other locales along the Pacific. We are 7 1/2 miles long with fun surprises and endless adventures around every turn. Click here for a lot more information about why you should locate your business in Lincoln City!

If you want to start a business in Lincoln City, we can connect you with the right people to help with property searches and questions about business licensing and permits.

For specific action steps to start or locate your business in Lincoln City, visit our Starting a Business in Lincoln City webpage.

The City Planning & Community Development Department at 541-996-2153 and City Economic Developmen Department at 541-996-1095 are great first resources.

The first steps to realizing your dream of owning or starting a business is to start with research, development of a business plan and selecting a name and structure for your business.

Next, please visit our Friends of BIZ webpage for more information about what to do and not do before signing a lease or purchasing a property to start a business. 

Finding suitable workspace is key for small businesses starting out for the first time, seeking to expand, or looking for new accommodations. There are a variety of buildings available throughout the City of Lincoln City!

For additional information, contact City of Lincoln of Lincoln City Economic Development Department.

• City of Lincoln City Business Occupancy Tax Permit Application

The City of Lincoln City Planning & Community Development Department's focus is customer service and guiding potential and new business owners through the zoning requirement process. The easiest way to find out your property's zoning is to either call the Planning & Community Development Department at 541-996-2153 or stop by Lincoln City City Hall at 801 SW Highway 101, Lincoln City, OR 97367 (Google Map) for a quick look at Lincoln City zoning map and code.

• City of Lincoln City Zoning Maps

Yes, businesses operated, or based, from home are required to obtain a Home Occupation Permit from the City of Lincoln City. An application form for this permit can be downloaded by clicking on PDF below.

• Home Occupation Application