Start a Business in Inglewood

Permits, costs, timeline, and step-by-step requirements.

✔ 4 permits⏱ 3-8 weeks💰 $0–$500+ (city tax based on gross receipts)

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Overview

Starting a business in Inglewood requires a Business License (Regulatory) + Business Tax Certificate through the Finance Department, Business License Division. Base fee: $0–$500+ (city tax based on gross receipts). No state business license required. Cities handle licensing independently.

Required Permits

✓Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)
✓State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration
✓County: health department permit + fire inspection
✓City: business licence/tax certificate

Step-by-Step Process

1

Federal: EIN from IRS (free, instant online)

2

State: LLC/Corp filing + seller's permit/sales tax registration

3

County: health department permit + fire inspection

4

City: business licence/tax certificate

Costs

Estimated total: $0–$500+ (city tax based on gross receipts) depending on permits and inspections.

Contact

Finance Department, Business License Division

Phone: 310-412-5500

One Manchester Blvd, 1st Floor, Inglewood, CA 90301

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Common Mistakes

⚠ Business license is SEPARATE from Business Tax Certificate — both required
⚠ Permits & Licenses Committee hearing required for all licensed businesses
⚠ 300-foot rule for barber/beauty shops
⚠ Standard restaurants without live entertainment may not need a business license
⚠ Outdoor restaurant seating is a separate $264 permit
⚠ Licenses are NOT transferable — change of ownership requires new application

Choose Your Business Type

RestaurantFood TruckBarber ShopRetail StoreCoffee ShopBar / NightclubGym / Fitness StudioNail SalonCannabis DispensaryDog GroomingBakeryCleaning ServiceDaycare CenterAuto Repair Shop

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