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The County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs has a long history of working to ensure a fair marketplace for L.A. County residents.

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RENT REGISTRY

If you own property or a mobilehome park in unincorporated LA County, you may be required to register your property with the County and pay registration fees annually.

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FORECLOSURE PREVENTION

Homeowners: Find out how DCBA’s Foreclosure Prevention experts can help you explore all of your options to keep you in your home.

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CANNABIS MANAGEMENT

Learn about the Los Angeles County Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) and their work for equitable cannabis policies and programs for unincorporated Los Angeles County.

REPORT PRICE GOUGING

Report price gouging as you witness it in your community. From water to cleaning products, the Stop Price Gouging tool guides you through the process of filing a complaint and creating a profile so you can check the status your case.

PROTECT YOUR HOME WITH E-NOTIFICATION

The Enhanced Homeowner Notification Program gives Los Angeles County property owners a chance to review real estate documents to protect you from fraud and protect your home from a foreclosure. Opt in for the new e-Notification program for faster notifications.

Property Owner E-Notification Alert

SCAM ALERT

Fraudsters constantly develop new scams to steal money from consumers and violate their rights. Education and awareness are the best tools to combat consumer fraud. Check this page regularly to learn about recent scams and how to avoid them.

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Scam Alert: Fake Property Tax Bills

Scam Alert: Fake Property Tax Bills 1000 587 Consumer & Business

The Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector is reporting increased occurrences of an alleged property tax scam, in which taxpayers are being sent phony property tax bills that look like real bills. How can you tell a real property tax bill from a property tax scam? Look out for red flags. These include: An…

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New Protections for Unincorporated LA County Workers Take Effect

New Protections for Unincorporated LA County Workers Take Effect 1000 587 Consumer & Business

Two important worker protections went into effect on July 1, 2025 for many people who work in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. Minimum Wage Increase The minimum wage has increased to $17.81 per hour for workers who work at least two hours in one week in the unincorporated areas of LA County. New Fair…

Over $17 Million in Relief and Counting: Helping Households Rebuild After the Wildfires

Over $17 Million in Relief and Counting: Helping Households Rebuild After the Wildfires 1000 587 Consumer & Business

Los Angeles County has reached a major milestone in its ongoing efforts to support households impacted by the Eaton and Palisades Fires. Through the LA County Household Relief Grant Program, more than $17.8 million in grants have been approved to date. In total, over 1,900 households are receiving critical financial assistance to help them rebuild…