Join us Saturday, December 2 at Magic Johnson Park for Opening Doors: Planning for the Stages of Homeownership. This educational event will empower LA County residents with the knowledge and tools needed for successful homeownership. To register for the event visit dcba.la/OpeningDoors. We’ll have resources available during the event for first-time homebuyers, mortgage relief, preventing…
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DCBA Stories is an ongoing series of articles showcasing the many ways the staff of the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs answer the call to help the people of Los Angeles County. It all began with a small leak in the kitchen sink. Annoying, yes, but nothing that seemed like a major concern. At…
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On Friday, September 15, all #LACountyDCBA offices will be temporarily closed for staff development. This means that in-person, phone, and email services will not be available. However, if you need assistance during this time, there’s no need to worry. You can still file complaints, ask questions, and make future appointments online at DCBA.LACounty.gov. We understand…
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Services available Thursdays and Fridays The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs has reopened its branch office location at the Lancaster Library. DCBA staff will be available to provide service and answer your questions on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The library is located at 601 West Lancaster…
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Learn more about the proposed Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act policy for unincorporated Los Angeles County. The LA County Board of Supervisors is considering TOPA, with the aim to empower tenants, prevent tenant displacement, preserve affordable housing, and increase homeownership opportunities for renters. Find out more: The LA County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs…
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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors signed a declaration of local emergency on August 20, 2023, as Tropical Storm Hilary made its way through Southern California. The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) advises business owners and operators of hotels and other lodging that they must stay in compliance with…
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Disasters and tragedies often bring out the best in people who want to help others in need. Unfortunately, these incidents may also attract scammers who take advantage of people’s goodwill. They may create fake charity websites or use names that sound like legitimate organizations to steal money or personal information. Crowdfunding sites like GoFundMe have…
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The Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA), along with Supervisor Janice Hahn, local law enforcement, and city officials, recently came together with a heartwarming spirit of camaraderie to celebrate National Night Out in the unincorporated community of South Whittier. National Night Out is an annual community-building event promoting neighborhood safety and police-community partnerships. The…
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The Los Angeles County Office of Labor Equity, within the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA), announced the completion of the largest settlement since the County’s Minimum Wage Ordinance went into effect in 2016. The settlement involves allegations of wage violations over four years affecting 309 employees at two independently owned and operated Wingstop…
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As of July 1, 2023, the Los Angeles County minimum wage has increased to $16.90 per hour across the unincorporated areas of the County. This wage rate applies to workers who perform at least two hours of work per week in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County. To determine whether a workplace is in Unincorporated…
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