The Irvine Police Department no longer handles regular business permits. Visit the City of Irvine Business Permit Office for more information.

The Irvine Police Department is responsible for special permits.

Ice cream vendors, escorts, pawn shop owners, firearms dealers, and fortune tellers can obtain a special business permit by calling (949) 724-7237 or emailing Special Permit Email.

Massage Permits can be obtained by calling (949)724-7000 or by emailing Massage Permit Email.