county of los angeles
Definition
The County of Los Angeles is a regional government body that oversees unincorporated areas and provides services across a large portion of Southern California. It operates separately from the City of Los Angeles and has its own laws, permits, tax rules, and business regulations that may differ from those of the cities within it.
Example
If your business is located in an unincorporated area like East Los Angeles or Altadena, you answer to the County of Los Angeles for permits and licenses rather than to a city government.
Watch Out
Many small business owners confuse the City of Los Angeles with the County of Los Angeles, but they are entirely separate governments with different rules, so always confirm which one has authority over your specific business location.
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