California § 36000 - The purpose of this part is to authorize cities to impose a tax on businesses wit

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 36000 — The purpose of this part is to authorize cities to impose a tax on businesses wit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 36000. The purpose of this part is to authorize cities to impose a tax on businesses wit

The purpose of this part is to authorize cities to impose a tax on businesses within a parking and business improvement area which is in addition to the general business license tax, if any, in the city, and to use such proceeds for the following purposes: (a) The acquisition, construction or maintenance of parking facilities for the benefit of the area. (b) Decoration of any public place in the area. (c) Promotion of public events which are to take place on or in public places in the area. (d) Furnishing of music in any public place in the area. (e) The general promotion of retail trade activities in the area.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 36000

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 36000 cover?

Section 36000 ("The purpose of this part is to authorize cities to impose a tax on businesses wit") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 36000?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 36000 apply to my situation?

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