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Resources and Incentives

  • CDC/504 Program: Real Estate & Equipment Loans
    For businesses with a tangible net worth less than $15 million and an average net income less than $5 million, CDC/504 loans may be granted for the purchase of land, machinery and equipment, or to purchase improvements to your property.

  • Century City Chamber of Commerce
    The Century City Chamber of Commerce provides resources, programs and other benefits to members and the local business community.

  • City of Los Angeles - Building Permit Guide
    The Department of Building and Safety offers different kinds of plan check and permit processes for new construction or remodeling projects. This document provides information on which process is most suitable depending on your project size and needs.

  • City of Los Angeles Building and Safety Concierge Program
    The City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety Concierge Program is a service provided to direct customers who are applying, or may need to apply, for building permits to the appropriate development services, assist in resolving problems, and provide a simple feasibility study for home and small business projects.

  • City of Los Angeles Building and Safety Concierge Program
    The City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety Concierge Program is a service provided to direct customers who are applying, or may need to apply, for building permits to the appropriate development services, assist in resolving problems, and provide a simple feasibility study for home and small business projects.

  • City of Los Angeles Business Tax Holiday for New Businesses
    The New Business Tax Holiday exempts any new business earning less than $500,000 annually from paying City of Los Angeles business taxes during its first two years of operation. In order to qualify for any business tax exemptions, the business will need to register and file their tax returns with the City of Los Angeles' Office of Finance before the annual deadline and have less than $500,000 in annual receipts.

  • City of Los Angeles Business Tax Subsidy for Internet-Based Businesses
    The City of Los Angeles offers a reduced tax rate of $1.01 for every $1,000 in gross receipts for internet-based businesses.

  • City of Los Angeles Certifications
    The City of Los Angeles offers several certifications to promote opportunities for businesses who want to participate in contracting projects with the City. The Women Business Enterprises (WBE) certification is for businesses where at least 51 percent of it is owned and controlled by one or more women. Obtaining the WBE Certification will provide exposure for your businesses to prime contractors. Many city contracts require the prime contractor to reach out and negotiate in good faith to certified businesses such as the WBE. You may also qualify for other certifications such as the Small, Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) or Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).

  • City of Los Angeles Creative Artist Business Tax Exemption
    The City of Los Angeles Creative Artist Exemption exempts artists and businesses working in the entertainment industry that earn less than $300,000 a year from city business taxes. In order to qualify for any business tax exemptions, the business will need to register and file their tax returns with the City of Los Angeles' Office of Finance before the annual deadline.

  • City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Commercial Water Conservation Rebate Program
    The City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), together with the Metropolitan Water District, offer a cash rebate program for a variety of water-saving technologies including high-efficiency toilets, weather based irrigation controllers, and many industry specific water conservation devices. This cash rebate program is available to commercial, industrial and institutional customers and depending on the rebate, may be used in retrofits or new construction.