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1. Do I need a business license?
2. How long does it take to have my business license approved?
3. When does my business license expire?
4. What is the business license fee?
5. Are there additional requirements for a home-based business application?
6. Are there additional requirements for tree contractors?
7. How do I submit a business license application?
8. Do I need to have a State of Washington business license before applying for the local business license?
9. Does Lake Forest Park have a local Business and Occupations (B & O) tax?
10. My license expired, do I need to file a new application?
11. How do I close my license account?

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1. Does Lake Forest Park (LFP) have a local business and occupations (B & O) tax?
2. How often do I have to submit tax reports?
3. When are tax returns due?
4. Do I have to file a tax report if I have no gross receipts in LFP during the quarter?
5. What classification should I report for LFP local B & O tax?
6. How do I notify LFP if my address has changed?
7. What is service income apportionment?

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1. A neighbor is cutting down a tree and I do not see a posted Notice of Application or a permit. What do I do?
2. What are the hours of construction in the City of Lake Forest Park?
3. How can I make a complaint about a code violation in Lake Forest Park?
4. My neighbor's tree seems to be in bad shape and looks like it may cause damage to my property. Is there anything that the City can do?
5. How many animals can people have in the City of Lake Forest Park?
6. Who do I call about people parking their cars in their yard?
7. What is a "Junk Vehicle"?
8. Who do I call about junk vehicles?
9. Who do I call about vehicles left on the street?
10. Someone is living in their RV on the street or in a yard. Is this allowed?
11. Who do I call about rats?
12. My landlord won't let me out of my lease. What can I do?

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1. What do I do with a dangerous tree on my property? I'm afraid it's going to fall over on my house.
2. Why must I get a permit if I just want to get rid of a tree in my own yard?
3. How many trees can I remove?
4. What can I do about a neighbor's tree? Its leaves are falling on to my property; in fact, the whole tree is about to fall on to my property.
5. What about trees in the right of way? Are those the responsibility of the city?
6. How do I determine what kind of trees to replant?

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1. How do I submit a request for traffic calming in my neighborhood?
2. Where can I access bid materials?

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1. Can I have my sewer bill emailed to me?
2. Can I pay my sewer bill using a credit card?
3. How do I sign up for auto-pay for my sewer bill?
4. My bill has "Electronic Service Requested" printed above my name and address. What does this mean?
5. My house is vacant and no one is using water. Why do I have to pay for sewer?

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1. How do I know if a job opportunity is available with the City?
2. How do I apply for a job opening with the City?
3. Should I submit a job application or send in my resume to the City if there are no positions currently open?

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1. How do I contact a city/county department?
2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

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1. What do I do if I receive an infraction?
2. What is a Mitigation Hearing?
3. What is a Contested Hearing?
4. I received a camera ticket in the mail. What do I do?
5. Will a traffic infraction appear on my driving record?
6. What is the Deferred Finding Program?
7. What will happen if I don't pay my ticket or appear for my hearing?
8. What about an insurance ticket?
9. Can I have my hearing held electronically online by email?
10. Can I have my hearing held in writing by mail or fax?
11. What about my right to an appeal?
12. What if I can't pay my fine all at once?

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1. When does the City Council meet?
2. How do I request a public record?

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1. How do I apply for a passport?
2. How long does it take to get a passport?
3. What if I need a passport in a hurry?
4. Can I track my passport application online?
5. Can I renew my passport by mail?
6. What if I don’t have a state-certified birth certificate?
7. Do I need to bring my social security card?
8. If my parents are deceased do I still need to provide their information on the application?
9. Do children or infants need passports?
10. For passport renewals for minors, what do I need to bring?
11. Do I need to put a social security number on the application form?
12. What if my passport has been lost or stolen?
13. What if my name changed?
14. Where can I get additional information and passport forms?
15. What is acceptable for U.S. citizenship evidence?
16. What is valid identification?
17. What documents show proof of parental relationship?
18. What if both parents cannot be present for a minor application?

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1. Do I need a building permit?
2. How do I find open permits in Lake Forest Park
3. How do I apply for a Residential Plumbing or Mechanical permit online
4. Do I need a permit for a fence? What about a deck?
5. Do I need a permit to reroof my house?
6. Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
7. What if I'm working with electrical systems?
8. What can I do if my project does not comply with the zoning regulations?
9. What are the zoning restrictions for my property?
10. How does the City determine which lot line is the front, rear, and side lot line?
11. When can I turn in my permit application?
12. How do I get more information?
13. Where are retail marijuana businesses allowed in Lake Forest Park?

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1. Can a home business store goods, materials, or products outside their home?
2. Is a permit required for all permanent signs in the city? Is there a cost?
3. What are the rules for political signs?
4. Are businesses allowed to advertise with sandwich board signs?
5. What about real estate properties? Are they allowed to display sandwich board signs?
6. Does the city restrict certain materials from entering my neighborhood?
7. How do I know if the type of business I want to start is allowed in my home?
8. Where can a marijuana business be located?

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1. How do I report a crime or suspicious activity?
2. How do I request a copy of a police report?
3. How do I find out what crimes are happening in my neighborhood?
4. I have a firearm or ammunition. Can I turn them in to the Police Department?
5. How do I respond to an infraction or camera ticket?

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1. The street light in front of my house is out. Who do I contact?