Business License Compliance

The Finance Department conducts compliance reviews to identify unregistered, under reporting and delinquent businesses operating in the City. The purpose of these reviews is to ensure the City is applying local law equitably and accurately for all individuals and entities conducting business in the City of Santa Monica.

If you have received a compliance notification from the Finance Department, click one of the options below for more information:

DISCOVERY

Did you receive notification that you have not registered your business with the Business License office? Please visit our Unlicensed Businesses website for more information.

AUDIT

Did you receive notification that you have been referred for an audit? Please visit our Audit website for more information.

DELINQUENT TAXPAYER

Did you receive notification that you have been placed on the City's Delinquent Tax Payer List? Please visit our Delinquent Taxpayer website for more information.