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1. What incentives are there for businesses in Mount Vernon?

Taxes, the City has no B&O tax (manufactures) and our sales tax rate is 8.2% compared to Seattle's 9.5%. The City has lower industrial building lease rates and asking prices. Affordable living and quality of life as well. Read more about incentives in Mount Vernon here

2. What is the population of Mount Vernon and Skagit County?

The 2012 population estimate from OFM for Mount Vernon is 32,250.
The 2012 population estimate from OFM for Skagit County is 117,950.

3. What are the City's average permit turnaround times?

Commercial civil and building plan review within 2 - 4 weeks;
Minor land use permit review within 4 - 6 weeks; and,
Major land use permit review within 12 - 16 weeks.

4. How do I get a business license?

Follow these steps to obtain a City of Mount Vernon business license. Business License Application Process