Pay Online
MyCityofSantaCruz - New Online Payment Portal
Visit www.mycityofsantacruz.com now to make your payments!
- Centralized location for making payments to the City
- Paperless Billing - view your bill online, and print when you need to
- Automatic Payments - sign up for recurring monthly payments with your debit/credit card
- Email or SMS (text) notifications - receive a "heads up" whenever a new bill comes out
Initial Payment Types
- Utility Bills (Utility Bill Frequently Asked Questions)
- Business License and Zoning Clearance Application and Business License Renewals
- Residential Rental Inspection Service (RRIS) Application and Renewals
- Donations - Support City Programs
Credit Card Service Fee
Beginning July 1, 2025, the City of Santa Cruz will extend the 3% credit card service fee (also known as a convenience fee) to all payments made with a credit card. Currently, credit card service fees are charged for tax payments. Per resolution NS-30,473, passed April 22, 2025, the service fee is established to recoup transaction costs. Customers can avoid paying the fee by paying with a check or cash.
Other Ways to Pay: By Appointment, Mail, or Phone
Contact us for the most update-to-date information on how to pay.