1. Wait for your renewal window to open
   You can renew your license starting 60 calendar days before it expires.  When the renewal window opens, an automated email will be sent to the email address on record for the licensee’s designated responsible party (DRP).
2. Review and update your information
   Make sure all your information in the DCC licensing system is up-to-date. Check that your documents are current. Ownership and financial interest holder verification is required at the time of renewal. If changes have occurred, please use this form: Notification and Request to Modify a License Form (DCC-LIC-027).
3. Gather your Gross Revenue documents
   During renewal, you will need to upload documentation demonstrating your license’s gross revenue for the 12-months of the expiring license to determine the appropriate licensing fee. Gross revenue is your license’s total income for the 12-month licensing period before deducting any expenses.
   
   

   Acceptable documentation includes, but not limited to, a state tax return filed with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration or a profit and loss statement. If you have multiple licenses that share gross revenue calculations, you may apportion the gross revenue between the different licenses in a manner that is reasonable and accurate, given their specific operations.

   Failure to report accurate gross revenue may be grounds for discipline. If you pay less than the required amount, DCC may require you to pay the balance of the appropriate fee, plus a penalty of up to 50 percent of the correct licensing fee.

   Note: Cultivators and Event Organizers are not required to submit the revenue documentation.

4. Submit your license renewal and fee
   Your current license certificate shows the valid date range and expires after 11:59 PM PST on the date of expiration. To timely renew your license, a completed license renewal, including payment of renewal fee, must be submitted prior to expiration. Fee information can be found on the Application and License Fees page.
5. Post your updated license
   Once your license is renewed, download your updated license certificate. Replace your old license certificate with your new one. Post it in a visible place where visitors to your facility can see it.

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