Who should use this business license application?

Businesses in the listed categories—residential rentals, residential or commercial builders and developers, and bus stop bench advertising—can use this form to request or renew a license.

When is the application due?

The form says business license applications are due before commencing operations. It also states that licenses expire each December 31.

Do I need a notary for this application?

No. The application has a signature and date field but no notary block. It includes a certification under penalty of perjury and lists no notarized attachment.

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA · Los Angeles County

No notary required

Business License Application for Miscellaneous Specified Businesses

This application is for businesses in listed categories to request or renew a Rancho Palos Verdes business license and report information used to calculate tax.

What this form is

Use this application to request a new business license or renew one for a miscellaneous specified business, including residential rentals, builders and developers, or bus stop bench advertising. The form asks for business and owner details, business classification, and information for the applicable tax schedule on the back. Applications are due before operations begin, and licenses expire each December 31.

Who needs it

Businesses in the listed categories operating in Rancho Palos Verdes should complete this application before commencing operations or when renewing a license.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it includes a certification under penalty of perjury, but lists no notarized attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Application
Download the Business License Application for Miscellaneous Specified Businesses.
2
Complete the Application
Provide applicable business and owner information, select a license category, and complete the corresponding tax schedule on the back.
3
Review and Sign
Review the information, then sign, print your name and title, and enter the date.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who should use this business license application?: Businesses in the listed categories—residential rentals, residential or commercial builders and developers, and bus stop bench advertising—can use this form to request or renew a license.
When is the application due?: The form says business license applications are due before commencing operations. It also states that licenses expire each December 31.
Do I need a notary for this application?: No. The application has a signature and date field but no notary block. It includes a certification under penalty of perjury and lists no notarized attachment.
How do I submit the application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

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This Business License Application for Miscellaneous Specified Businesses doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Rancho Palos Verdes form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.