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The Permit Center is located at 3031 Torrance Boulevard
New Permit Center Counter Hours Effective January 22, 2025:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with alternating Friday closed.
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday
Walk-in Counter Hours: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Closed: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
**Starting November 24, 2025 through December 31, 2025:
the Building Plan Check Counter will be closed for lunch from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
We are currently encountering extended wait times.
Permit Applications and Fees
- Building Permit
- Electrical Permit
- Mechanical Permit
- Grading Permit
- Safety Inspection (Event Permit)
- Sign Permit
- Banner Permit
- Roofing (Residential)
- Roofing (Commercial)
- Underground Utility Waiver
- Underground Neighbor Easement
- Underground Waiver Cost Sample
- Owner/Builder Declaration Form
OTHER FEES
- School District Fees
- Residential Construction - $ 5.17 per sq. ft.
- Commercial/Industrial - $ 0.84 per sq. ft.
- Motels/Hotels - $ 0.84 per sq. ft.
- Park & Recreation Facilities Tax - $ 550.00 per dwelling unit
- Dwelling Unit Tax or Rehabilitation & Open Space Fee - $ 1,984.00 per dwelling unit
- Construction Tax - 1.5% of Project Valuation
Inspection Request Guide and List of Codes
- Click the Building tab
- Select the Record Type and Date OR enter an Address
Contractors State License Board (Consumer information regarding contractors)
