General Information for Business License

If you are in business in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles County, or in the cities of Agoura Hills, Calabasas, Diamond Bar, Malibu, Santa Clarita or Westlake Village, you may need a Business License from the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector.

Generally, a business is required to be licensed if it is subject to County health or safety regulations.  For a list of business activities that require a license click here.

If you would like to inquire and view information on a business currently in our system click here.
Cost

A nonrefundable fee must be paid at the time of application for a Business License.  Also, a renewal fee is charged annually to renew a Business License.  Fees vary based on the type of business.  The rates of initial and renewal fees are established annually by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.


Business License Offices and Hours

Main Office

225 N. Hill St. Room 109
Los Angeles, California 90012
Telephone: (213) 974-2011
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Days: Monday through Friday		 Lancaster Office

335A East Avenue K-6
Lancaster, California 93535
Telephone: (661) 723-4492
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday only
 Valencia Office

23757 Valencia Blvd.
Valencia, California 91355
Telephone: (661) 253-7342
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Days: Monday and Wednesday only