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This is the application and document section for the Caldwell City Clerk's office. Here you will find applications for various licenses and permits administered by the Clerk's office. Not all formats are currently available for the forms listed below; we will add new formats as they become available.
Form Formats
Fillable Forms:
Fillable and Digital forms MUST be downloaded to your computer or mobile device BEFORE filling them out. Otherwise we will get a blank form.
Digital Submission
Fillable
- Download form to computer/mobile device, and fill out.
- Print the form, sign (in front of a notary) the section requiring a notarized signature
- Deliver the completed form to City Hall (205 S 6th Ave in Caldwell - blue drop box, if our doors are not open). Or you may mail it to: City Clerk, PO Box 1179, Caldwell, ID 83606.
Print Form
Paper Form
City Forms
Insurance Requirements
Several of the license and permit applications below require submission of liability insurance as part of the application process. Please use the Certificate of Liability Insurance Requirements page when requesting liability insurance from your provider.
Starting a new Business?
The checklist below (in English & Spanish) shows which permits & licenses are needed to start a new business.
Alcohol License Renewal
Note:
A NEW online electronic renewal process is now in place for the 2024-2025 Alcohol License year. Please use the link below to electronically submit the application for renewal of your Alcohol Beverage License.
Alcohol Catering Permit
(UPDATED 3.18.2024) Note:
If alcoholic beverages are to be served outdoors, a site map must be provided with the application, showing the dispensing area and size of the "beer garden"
- Cost of the permit is $20/day (max of 2 days for a party & 5 days for a festival event)
- Applications must be submitted AT LEAST 5 business days before the event
FBI Background Check Required every two (2) years
Door-to-Door Sales Application
FBI Background Check Required every two (2) years
Peddler Application
See non-profit fee waiver policy here: Non-Profit Fee Waver Policy.pdf
Non-Profit Fee Waiver Application
See permit application instructions here: Special Event Checklist & Event Round Table Info
Special Event Permit: Fun Run or Parade
See permit application instructions here: Special Event Checklist & Event Round Table Info
Special Event Permit: City Parks and Facilities
Tree Contractor License
Note:
Contains the following City Code sections:
- 10-07-01 through 10-07-18 Caldwell Landscape Ordinance
- 10-08-21 Dutch Elm Disease Ordinance
- 10-08-01 through 10-08-20 Tree Ordinance
- 10-08-12 through 10-08-15 Tree Trimmers Ordinance
Fee Schedule
| License/Permit | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alcohol License | See application(s) |
| Alcohol Beverage Catering Permit | $20 per day |
| City Clerk Public Hearing | $150 |
| Door to Door Solicitor or Peddler License | $55 |
| FBI Background Check | $33.25 |
| Fireworks Stand Permit | $130 |
| Municipal Parking Lot Permit | $24 quarterly / $96 yearly |
| Pawnbroker License | $50 |
| Special Event Permit | $75.00 |
| Tree Contractor License | $30.00 |
| Private Patrol Services | $25.00 |
Online Payment Process
- Go to PAYMENT PORTAL
- Scroll down to the "City Hall" category and select the name of the permit/license. If it is not listed, click on "City Clerk Miscellaneous".
- For 'service description', enter a description for the fee you are paying for (example: FBI Background Check). Do the same for "invoice number or description".
- Fill out your payment information
- For 'amount to pay' enter in the amount from the 'City Clerk Fee Schedule' above
- Print a copy of your receipt.