Interim Mayor, Emma Nilsen has been working to improve the city overall. With changes to taxes, the vehicle mandate the LSPD support, the changes have been extremely positive. Many residents have mentioned the drastic improvement in their finances following some of these changes.
It seems the Interim Mayor hasn’t stopped there though. In a recent statement, Emma Nilsen confirmed a reduction in Business Licensing Costs.
Official Statement
“Dear Citizens and Business Owners of Los Santos,
I am pleased to announce an important update following thorough discussions with the City Board and careful review of our business licensing structure. After considering the concerns raised by many in our community, I’m excited to share that we have successfully negotiated a substantial reduction in the costs for business licenses.
This adjustment aims to make it easier for entrepreneurs—whether you’re just starting out or expanding your operations—to thrive in our vibrant city. Our goal is to foster a thriving business environment while ensuring that the barriers to entry remain low, especially for those passionate about contributing to the growth and success of Los Santos.
- Firing range; $1000
- Liquor License; $750
- General Store(s); $500
- Electronic Store(s) ; $500
- Clothing Store(s); $500
- Hair/Beauty; $500
- Food Industry; $350
- Construction Industry; $500
- Pawnshop(s); $500
- Adult Toys – Sales; $450
- Adult Toys – Manufacturing; $500
- Logistics; $500
- Security; $550
- Landlords; $500
- Law & Legal Counsel; $500
- Automotive or mechanical; $750
- Towing & Recovery; $850
- Gambling and/or gaming; $500
- Banking association/stock brokerage; $500
- Firearms & ammunition dealer; $500
- Nightclub; $500
We are committed to supporting our local businesses and fostering economic growth, and this revised fee structure is just one step towards achieving that vision.
Thank you for your continued dedication to our city. I look forward to seeing how this change will help unlock new opportunities for innovation and success across Los Santos.”
What Does This Mean?
A business license is required to operate and generate a profit as a business in Los Santos. Without a license, you run the risk of being fined or closed down by the government. Before, these licenses were quite expensive, often exceeding $10,000 or more.
For example, before the reduction, opening an automotive garage would cost you around $19,000. However, with the new reductions, this now would cost you $750.
This is an average reduction of 96.05%. A massive difference, making opening a business much more affordable.