If you are planning to start a business and intend to sell or lease tangible personal property, a seller’s permit must be obtained. To determine if your business is required to hold a seller’s permit, please contact the State Board of Equalization at (800) 400-7115. Forms and general information are also available on the State’s website. The closest office to Gardena is located at 5901 Green Valley Circle, Suite 200 in Culver City. Their telephone number is (310) 342-1000.
After you have applied for a seller’s permit, please contact the City of Gardena Permits and Licenses Office to apply for a business license. Business license application forms and other information is available on the City’s website and can be accessed by clicking here. The Permits and Licenses Office is located in Room 101 at City Hall, 1700 West 162nd Street in Gardena. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Fridays. To speak with a staff member, please call (310) 217-9518.