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Business License

All individuals and businesses performing work within the city limits, whether or not they have a physical location in the City, are required to have a business license. Before you begin operating your business in Agoura Hills, there are several steps you will need to follow depending on the type of business you intend to start.

 

Planning Division Approval

Selecting the right location for your business is crucial to your success. To insure that your business activity is allowed for the zoning or if there are any special parking considerations, it is highly suggested that you contact the City's Planning Division staff at (818) 597-7337 prior to signing any lease or rental agreement.

If your business is not permitted in the zoning district you have chosen, planners may advise you of the proper zoning district(s) for your business. 

Even though residents are allowed to conduct business out of their home, home occupation permits are issued as an ancillary use to the residence and are subject to the Home Occupation Guidelines requirements.

The home occupation guidelines must be signed by the business owner and the property owner, if different, and must be submitted along with the business license application.

Fees

Fees for Category A businesses, which include office use, home occupation permits, contractors to name a few, is $73.00 annually.

The license fee includes a $4.00 fee that the City must collect on behalf of the State of California per Senate Bill 1186.

Other categories, Category B businesses that require outside agencies' approval such as restaurants, and Category C businesses, that require background investigations such as live entertainment, are subject to different review fees.  Please consult the Business License Application Fees Handout for more information.

Outside Agencies Approval

Certain businesses require state, regional, and/or federal government agency permits or background checks.  For a list of those businesses, please click on the related link:

    Business License Portal

    After you have obtained the required permits and have received the Planning Division's approval for your business location, you may apply for your business license here.

    Renewing a Business License

    Business License certificates are valid for one year from the day and month in which your business started.  An email message will be sent to you prior to your license expiration date letting you know that your license is about to expire.  If you do not receive a renewal notice via email or mail, please contact the Finance Department at ksanders@agourahillscity.org or (818) 597-7317.

    Renewing Online

    Online renewal of business licenses is available for most businesses and can be renewed on the same portal at bl.cityah.org or click here.

    You'll need your Business License # and your PIN # located on your renewal form if you received a renewal form by mail or in the email to complete the process.  If you need to obtain your account number and PIN, contact the Finance Department at 818-597-7317  or ksanders@agourahillscity.org

    • Note: A new license must be created for businesses located in the City if you change the business name. Business description, business address and ownership.

    • Once you are in your account, please verify that all information is current and accurate.

    • Your renewal payment must be received by the due date indicated on the request to avoid late charges.

    Closing an Application

    If your business is closing or no longer conducting business within the City, please click here to close the account.  You will be asked to provide a reason for closing the business.  Use the same account and pin number to access your account.

    Renewing Past the Expiration Date

    Business license fess not paid or received by the due date will result in a late penalty charge of $25.00.