City of Rolling Hills Estates : FAQs

How do I report a unlicensed business operating in the City? A: Report an Unlicensed Business Contact Jason Masters, Code Enforcement 310-377-1577 extension 104 Email: JasonM@RollingHillsEstatesCA.gov
How do I report an unlicensed building contractor? A: Click Here to Report an Unlicensed Contractor to the Contractors State License Board
I received a notice from MuniServices that I need a Business License? A: MuniServices has been retained by the City of Rolling Hills Estates to conduct a business license compliance review to identify all businesses that may be operating in the City without a business license. You have received this notice because our records indicate that you may be conducting business in the City of Rolling Hills Estates without a business license and have not paid a business tax. The City of Rolling Hills Estates Municipal Code (Section 5-04-050) states that it shall be unlawful for any person to transact and carry on any business, trade, profession, calling or occupation in the city without first having procured a license from the city to do so and paying the tax. If you believe you are not liable to pay these taxes, we still require a reply from you to remove you from future mailings. In order to resolve your account, please assist us by completing one of the following items: • If you are conducting business in the City of Rolling Hills Estates and do not have a current business license, please complete and return the enclosed application in the envelope provided within 30 days of the date of this letter. An invoice detailing the taxes owed will be mailed to you upon receipt of your application information. • If you already have a valid business license, please provide a copy of your business license and return it within 30 days of the date of this letter in the enclosed envelope, or fax a copy of your license to (559) 275-0289. • If you believe you are not required to procure a City of Rolling Hills Estates business license, please provide a written statement describing your circumstances and explaining your position. Upon review, you will either be cleared from our system or contacted for additional information. Thank you for your cooperation. If you need assistance completing the application, require information, or believe that this notice does not apply to you, please contact one of our Tax Specialists Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time at 800-987-0999. Please refer to your account reference number RHE«unique_key» when calling. Please mail your application directly to the City of Rolling Hills Estates, C/O Business License Processing Center, P.O. Box 27947, Fresno, CA 93729-7947 within 30 days of the date of this letter. Information obtained during this compliance review will be held in strict confidence.
How do I get a business license from the City or renew my current license? A: A.) You may download the application by simply clicking here. You may also call the Business License Division at 310-377-1577 ext 113 any questions related to the form. Forms can also be obtained at City Hall, 4045 Palos Verdes Drive North. Renewal applications are mailed in the middle of December to the address you last reported to the City. The completed application and the payment of the tax, the renewal fee, and AB 939 fees (if any) are due on January 1^st. Penalties will be assessed for any application or payment of the tax after January 31.
Do I need a resale permit for my business? A: The State Board of Equalization issues resale permits for conducting business within the State of California. http://www.boe.ca.gov
My company does business with the City. How often are City bills paid? A: Upon receipt of an invoice from a vendor, the City pays the invoice within 30 days of invoice date. Bills are approved by the City Council at meetings held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Checks are mailed to vendors on the Wednesdays after those meetings.
the City accept credit cards as payment for services? A: No. The City accepts only cash and checks.
Who do I talk to regarding a parking citation? A: Contact Kristie Bishop at City Hall, (310) 377-1577 ext 100.
My business is in another city and I have a business license there. Why should I have a license in your city too? A: In general law cities like the City of Rolling Hills Estates, the law requires that the business license tax must be based on revenue the business earns within that city’s boundaries.
How much does a Business License cost? A: A.) The cost of a business license tax varies. There are several different business categories, all of which are shown on the business license application form. For example: A contractor pays $40.00 and $25.00 is charged for home occupations. In addition to the tax itself, there is a $20.00 fee for new business applications and a $10.00 fee for renewals. An AB 939 fee of 10% of the business license tax applies to all businesses located in the City, excluding home occupation businesses, for solid waste analysis/reduction costs. Please call 310-377-1577 ext 113 with any questions, or stop by City Hall.

How do I report a unlicensed business operating in the City?

Report an Unlicensed Business
Contact Jason Masters, Code Enforcement
310-377-1577 extension 104
Email: JasonM@RollingHillsEstatesCA.gov

How do I report an unlicensed building contractor?

Click Here to Report an Unlicensed Contractor to the Contractors State License Board

I received a notice from MuniServices that I need a Business License?

MuniServices has been retained by the City of Rolling Hills Estates to conduct a business license compliance review to identify all businesses that may be operating in the City without a business license.

You have received this notice because our records indicate that you may be conducting business in the City of Rolling Hills Estates without a business license and have not paid a business tax.

The City of Rolling Hills Estates Municipal Code (Section 5-04-050) states that it shall be unlawful for any person to transact and carry on any business, trade, profession, calling or occupation in the city without first having procured a license from the city to do so and paying the tax.

If you believe you are not liable to pay these taxes, we still require a reply from you to remove you from future mailings. In order to resolve your account, please assist us by completing one of the following items:

• If you are conducting business in the City of Rolling Hills Estates and do not have a current business license, please complete and return the enclosed application in the envelope provided within 30 days of the date of this letter. An invoice detailing the taxes owed will be mailed to you upon receipt of your application information.

• If you already have a valid business license, please provide a copy of your business license and return it within 30 days of the date of this letter in the enclosed envelope, or fax a copy of your license to (559) 275-0289.

• If you believe you are not required to procure a City of Rolling Hills Estates business license, please provide a written statement describing your circumstances and explaining your position. Upon review, you will either be cleared from our system or contacted for additional information.

Thank you for your cooperation. If you need assistance completing the application, require information, or believe that this notice does not apply to you, please contact one of our Tax Specialists Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time at 800-987-0999.

Please refer to your account reference number RHE«unique_key» when calling. Please mail your application directly to the City of Rolling Hills Estates, C/O Business License Processing Center, P.O. Box 27947, Fresno, CA 93729-7947 within 30 days of the date of this letter. Information obtained during this compliance review will be held in strict confidence.

How do I get a business license from the City or renew my current license?

A.) You may download the application by simply clicking here. You may also call the Business License Division at 310-377-1577 ext 113 any questions related to the form. Forms can also be obtained at City Hall, 4045 Palos Verdes Drive North.

Renewal applications are mailed in the middle of December to the address you last reported to the City. The completed application and the payment of the tax, the renewal fee, and AB 939 fees (if any) are due on January 1^st. Penalties will be assessed for any application or payment of the tax after January 31.

Do I need a resale permit for my business?

The State Board of Equalization issues resale permits for conducting business within the State of California. http://www.boe.ca.gov

My company does business with the City. How often are City bills paid?

Upon receipt of an invoice from a vendor, the City pays the invoice within 30 days of invoice date. Bills are approved by the City Council at meetings held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Checks are mailed to vendors on the Wednesdays after those meetings.

the City accept credit cards as payment for services?

No. The City accepts only cash and checks.

Who do I talk to regarding a parking citation?

Contact Kristie Bishop at City Hall, (310) 377-1577 ext 100.

My business is in another city and I have a business license there. Why should I have a license in your city too?

In general law cities like the City of Rolling Hills Estates, the law requires that the business license tax must be based on revenue the business earns within that city’s boundaries.

How much does a Business License cost?

A.) The cost of a business license tax varies. There are several different business categories, all of which are shown on the business license application form. For example: A contractor pays $40.00 and $25.00 is charged for home occupations. In addition to the tax itself, there is a $20.00 fee for new business applications and a $10.00 fee for renewals. An AB 939 fee of 10% of the business license tax applies to all businesses located in the City, excluding home occupation businesses, for solid waste analysis/reduction costs. Please call 310-377-1577 ext 113 with any questions, or stop by City Hall.