Welcome to the City of Palos Verdes Estates business community! The information provided on this website is intended as a summary of information and provided as a public service. It is not all-inclusive and any specific questions should be directed to the business license office at the phone number and email address listed to the left. Any errors or omissions addressed on this site will not relieve the business owner of his/her responsibility, obligation or liability in fulfilling all legal requirements.  

General Information 

Title 5 of the City Municipal Code requires every business operating in the City to file a Business License Tax application prior to the start of business and pay the annual tax each year thereafter. This applies to both commercial and residential zones of the City. 

The City of Palos Verdes Estates issues calendar year business licenses that expire each year on December 31st. Renewing your business license by January 31st is important to remain in compliance with the municipal code and to avoid late penalties.  The HdL Software LLC should send you a renewal notice in mid-December. Contact the Business Help Center if you did not receive the notice.  

Online Application/Payment Portal 

To apply, renew, pay, or update you account, please proceed to the Business License Portal.  

If you need further assistance applying for a business license, you are welcome to contact us at PalosVerdesEstates@hdlgov.com or by phone at (310)-773-3301. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (PST). 

Other information 

To review business license fees, please refer to this document. 

To view active businesses licenses (as of 2022), please refer to the list.