California Code, Financial Code - FIN § 18154

With the prior written approval of the commissioner, an industrial loan company may close or discontinue the operation of any branch office provided public notice thereof is given in such manner as the commissioner directs at least 30 days before the date of closing or discontinuance.

After a branch office has been closed or discontinued, it may not be reopened without the approval of the commissioner and compliance with the applicable provisions of this division.