Getting Started
Choose your structure (sole prop, LLC, S-corp), register your DBA with Riverside County, and pick up an EIN from the IRS — usually a same-day process.
Resource hub
Starting a business in Banning.
Permits, funding, licensing — the playbook we wish we'd had when we started.
Permits & Licensing
Banning requires a City Business License renewed annually. Brick-and-mortar locations also need a Certificate of Occupancy and may need health, building, or fire approvals.
Funding & Grants
From SBA microloans to California IBank, there are more options than most owners realize. The Chamber publishes a quarterly grant tracker for members.
City, County, & State Resources
Working with the City of Banning, Riverside County EDA, and California GO-Biz to ensure you have the latest information.
Chamber Member Benefits
From day one: featured directory listing, ribbon-cutting, breakfast networking, and direct access to a 240-strong member network.
Downloads & Templates
Business plan template, cash-flow worksheet, opening checklist — all free for members.
Step-by-step
The 10-step opening checklist.
Every successful Banning business has done these ten things — usually in order.
Download as PDF- 01Choose your business structure
- 02Register DBA with Riverside County
- 03Get your EIN from the IRS
- 04Apply for City of Banning Business License
- 05Secure location and Certificate of Occupancy
- 06Set up business bank account & accounting
- 07Register for state and local taxes
- 08Get insurance (general liability, workers comp)
- 09Build your brand & web presence
- 10Schedule your Chamber ribbon cutting!
FAQ
For most service-based businesses, 2–4 weeks. Brick-and-mortar with build-out can be 3–6 months depending on permits and inspections.
No. Many of our members live in Beaumont, Cherry Valley, or further. The business itself just needs a Banning address or City Business License.
We work closely with City staff and the City Council, but we are an independent 501(c)(6) nonprofit funded by member dues.
Tiers start at $295/year for sole proprietors. See our membership page for full details.
Still have questions?
Our staff replies to every message — usually within a business day.
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