Before you plan to open a business, there are a number of things to consider. In order to assist prospective business owners and managers in the preliminary planning and application process of opening a new business, the City of Gardena Business License Office prepared a document entitled “Business License and Permit Planning Guidelines”. This guideline is available on the City’s website and can be accessed by clicking here. For licensing and permit information, contact the Permits and Licenses staff at (310) 217-9518. For business location and finance assistance contact the Economic Development staff at (310) 217-9533.