Palos Verdes Estates, CA
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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.
