City of los angeles business tax registration certificate

SEC. 21.08. BUSINESS TAX REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE — FORM.

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BUSINESS LICENSE GENERAL INFORMATION
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
What is a City of Los Angeles tax registration certificate?
How do I get a tax registration certificate in California?
How can I get a copy of my LA business license?
What is a business tax certificate California?

(a) Each business tax registration certificate shall be prepared and issued by the Director of Finance and shall state upon the face thereof the following:

1. The name of the person to whom issued.

2. The classification of business engaged in and the section of this article in which the business taxed is described.

3. The address of the location from which the business is conducted, and, where it is different, the mailing address of the business taxed; or where no fixed place of business is maintained, the mailing address of the person to whom the registration certificate has been issued. The mailing address so appearing shall be the address to which all notices required or authorized in this article shall be sent unless the registrant shall request in writing that another address be used for such purpose.

4. The period for which the certificate has been issued.

(b) Each business tax registration certificate shall state on the back thereof the following:

This business tax registration certificate signifies that the person named on the face hereof has fulfilled the requirements of Article 1 of Chapter II of the Los Angeles Municipal Code by registering with the Director of Finance for the purpose of paying business tax for the classification of business for which this certificate is issued. This certificate does not authorize the person to conduct any unlawful business or to conduct any lawful business in an illegal manner or to conduct within the City of Los Angeles the business for which this certificate has been issued without strictly complying with all the provisions of the ordinances of said City, including but not limited to those requiring a permit from any board, commission, department or office of the City. THIS BUSINESS TAX REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A PERMIT. Any failure to comply with the requirements of Article 1 or Article 1.11 of Chapter II of the Los Angeles Municipal Code shall constitute grounds for suspension of this certificate. (Amended by Ord. No. 160,389, Eff. 10/21/85.)

BUSINESS LICENSE GENERAL INFORMATION

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Pursuant to the County of Los Angeles (County) Code, any business, located in the unincorporated area of the County or in the cities of Malibu, Santa Clarita, or Westlake Village, that conducts a business activity that may have an impact on the health, welfare or safety of the public must hold a County Business License to conduct that activity. Some businesses may require more than one County Business License.

The Business License Program (BLP) is regulatory in nature; it is not a tax calculated on the gross receipts of a business. The Treasurer and Tax Collector (TTC) administers the BLP. The fees charged for a County Business License are developed to recover the actual costs of administering and enforcing the BLP.

All Business License applications require the applicant to pay a non-refundable application fee. Some Business Licenses are granted upon payment of the fee, while others may require the approval of other County agencies (e.g., the Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department, Department of Health Services, and/or Department of Regional Planning) or a hearing before the Business License Commission.

The TTC licenses approximately 8,000 businesses across 110 business activities. If your business activity is not among the 110 business activities licensed through the BLP, and the location of your business is the unincorporated area of the County or in the cities of Malibu, Santa Clarita or Westlake Village, you do not need a County Business License.

Office of Finance

Register your business and gain a Business Tax Registration Certificate (BTRC), pay and renew business taxes, Police Alarm Permits, Police and Fire Permits, and Tobacco Retailer's Permits.

https://finance.lacity.org/

Department of Building and Safety

Business owners frequently interface with the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) for building permits and inspections. Staff at LADBS advise, guide and assist customers to achieve compliance with building, zoning, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, disabled access, energy, and green codes and local and state laws to build safe, well, and fast.

https://ladbs.org/

Department of Public Works

The Los Angeles Department of Public Works is responsible for providing and maintaining public infrastructure, including streets, sidewalks, street trees and lighting, as well as sanitation services such as trash collection, recycling, and sewage. The Department of Public Works also oversees city contracting opportunities and implements the Los Angeles Minimum Wage.

https://business.lacity.org/resources/departments/department-public-works

Bureau of Contract Administration

Request job inspections, apply for business certifications, and search for either local certified businesses or approved subcontractors.

https://bca.lacity.org

Department of City Planning

The Department of City Planning works with business owners to ensure that their business conforms to zoning regulations in the City of Los Angeles, including the issuance of Conditional Use Permits for Alcohol.

https://planning.lacity.org/

Los Angeles Fire Department

The primary duties of this Section is to conduct Fire Life Safety Plan Check and Fire Life Safety Inspections interpreting and enforcing applicable standards of the Fire Code, Title 19, Uniform Building Code, City, and National codes concerning new construction and remodeling.

https://www.lafd.org/fire-prevention/fire-development-services

Department on Cannabis Regulation

The Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) is responsible for administering the commercial cannabis licensing and regulatory program established by the Los Angeles City Council. Specifically, DCR processes all applications for commercial cannabis licenses in the City of Los Angeles, makes licensing decisions or licensing recommendations to the Cannabis Regulation Commission, and regulates the operations of licensed commercial cannabis businesses in the City.

https://cannabis.lacity.org/

Film LA

Filming outside of a certified soundstage or studio backlot requires a permit from the city, county and/or other local jurisdiction. FilmLA’s core service is to provide expert, centralized coordination of multi-jurisdictional on-location filming permits in the world’s highest-volume film production region.

https://www.filmla.com/

What is a City of Los Angeles tax registration certificate?

21.03 (Imposition of Tax), persons engaged in any business or occupation within the City of Los Angeles are required to register and pay the required tax. Businesses, including vendors, owing tax are issued a Business Tax Registration Certificate (BTRC).

How do I get a tax registration certificate in California?

You may register your business online or in person at one of the Office of Finance locations. To register, you will need to provide: Your Federal Employment Identification Number (EIN). Alternately, you may use your Social Security Number if you are a sole proprietor with no employees.

How can I get a copy of my LA business license?

Copies of documents and certificates on file in the Secretary of State's office may be obtained by written request, mailed to P.O. Box 94125, Baton Rouge, LA 70804, faxed to 225.932. 5313 or online through our Commercial Database.

What is a business tax certificate California?

The purpose of a Business Tax Certificate (often referred to as a "business license") is solely to raise revenue for general municipal services to residents and businesses, such as police and fire protection, parks and recreation programs, library services, and street maintenance; it is not a "license or permit".