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Frequently Asked Questions

The Office of Finance provides a wealth of information on a wide variety of topics associated with its daily operations for the City of Los Angeles.  Select any topic below to view the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) associated with your particular topic.

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Business Tax Renewals FAQ

Renovaciones de Impuestos

Business Registration Requirements FAQ

AB 1379

AB63 Program FAQ

Architects

Business Tax Information FAQ

Citywide Collection Unit

Communications Users Tax (CUT) Information FAQ

Delinquent Taxpayers FAQ

Electronic Funds Transfer Payments (ACH) FAQ

Entertainment Creative Talent FAQ

Entertainment Production Cap FAQ

Fiscal Year Reporting

Fund Class Consolidation FAQ

Internet Business Classification(s) FAQs

Mandatory Parking Occupancy Tax Collection Bond Requirement FAQ

Non-Profit, Charitable or Religious Organization Exemptions

Offer in Compromise FAQ

Outside Collection Agencies FAQ General Information

Paperless Statement FAQ

RMS Tax Discovery FAQ

Rental Dwelling FAQ

Single Category Filing FAQ

Small Business Exemption FAQ

Tax Liabilities for Rideshare Drivers

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Office of Finance Special Desk Unit
200 North Spring Street, Room 101
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Customer Service Center (844) 663-4411
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

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(213) 978-1548 Attn: Special Desk Unit

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