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Introduction:
This application must be used for any business that wishes to operate with massage services (except those
exempt under Chapter 5.22 of the Temecula Municipal Code). No business may operate a business with
massage without a valid business license and a valid massage establishment permit. Submittal of an application
does not constitute a valid license or permit.
What are the steps to the process?
1. Non-CAMTC applicants, managers, and operators must complete a Livescan prior to the submission of
this application. Non-CAMTC applicants, managers, and operators who have previously submitted a
Livescan do not need to submit a new Livescan. Livescan forms and instructions are available at
TemeculaCA.gov/massage.
2. Prior to submitting the application, applicants should verify that they have all of the required paperwork
and completed all responses on the application forms. Failure to submit any portion of this application will
result in a rejected application or delayed review.
3. Business License will review the Massage Establishment Permit (MEP) application upon submittal.
4. Planning will process the MEP application (or renewal) and review the application for completeness.
Payment will be required.
5. Police will review the contents of the application to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the application.
6. Planning will continue to process a MEP, if approved by the Police Department/all requirements are met.
7. Building & Safety/Fire will require tenant improvement permits, or a Non-Construction Certificate of
Occupancy for all new locations or changes in ownership. Renewals without any ownership or location
changes will not be required to obtain a new occupancy certificate.
8. Business License will review the finalized application. Payment will be required. A copy of the business
license and MEP will be mailed within a few weeks.
Processing times will vary depending on Department of Justice (DOJ) timelines, caseloads, and the
completeness/responsiveness of applicants.
In addition to the items required in this packet, all of the following items must be attached to this page (when
applicable). Failure to submit any portion of this application will result in a rejected application or delayed review.
PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING TO THIS PAGE (WHEN APPLICABLE)
Any county, state, or federal licenses required for the business (health permits, etc.)
Agent Letter if sending an authorized agent –notarized or with an Owner’s ID if not notarized
Articles of Incorporation / Organization / Formation as filed with the Secretary of State
State License / Certification for Licensed Professions (other than massage professionals)
Proof of Fictitious Name Filing for the Business Name/ dba (doing business as) with the Riverside County
States Sales Tax ID/Sellers Permit (if selling tangible goods or rentals that require sales tax to be collected)
Cost?
Fees are available at TemeculaCA.gov/fees.