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City of Lawndale ad for local home improvement rebate program, offering up to $500 for residents. Text says “Click here to find out more!” with city seal on the left.

Anuncio de la ciudad de Lawndale para el programa local de reembolso de mejoras para el hogar, ofreciendo hasta $500 para los residentes. El texto dice “¡Haga clic aquí para más información!” con el sello de la ciudad a la izquierda.

City of Lawndale seal and text stating, "Important notice from the Building & Safety Dept. regarding services," on a white background.

Residents can now conveniently pay for permits and applications online through the new digital platform.

Learn About the Shop Local Home Improvement Rebate Program

Conoce el programa de reembolso por mejoras en el hogar locales

Important Notice Regarding Building & Safety Services!

Residents and customers can now pay online!

Welcome to Lawndale's Permit Center!

The Permit Center provides residents, contractors, and community members with easy access to guides and resources on permits, plans, applications, and inspections.

Office hours: Monday–Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Who Do I Contact?

Contact the Community Development Department
Call for general information about planning, permits, and operations.
(310) 973-3230 / [email protected]

Contact the Building & Safety Department
(310) 973-3236
Call for information on permits, inspections, and plan checks.

Contact the Planning Department
(310) 973-3206 / (310) 973-3240
Call for information on zoning, land use, entitlements, and project review.

Contact the Code Enforcement Department
(310) 973-3220
Call to report unpermitted construction or construction outside the permitted hours.

Contact the Public Works Department
(310) 973-3260
Call if you plan to do any work on the street, sidewalk, parkway, or alley.

Contact the Finance Department
(310) 973-3200 / [email protected]
Call if you plan to hold a yard sale, renew a dog license, or apply/renew a business license.

Frequently Asked Questions

Permit FAQs
Find out if your project requires a permit.

Do I Need a Permit?
Learn whether your project requires a permit.

How Do I Request an Inspection?
Discover how and when to request an inspection.

How Do I Submit?
Find out how to submit applications, plans, and other documents.

What Are Building Permits?
Understand the differences between Building Permits and Planning Permits.

What Are Planning Permits?
Understand the differences between Planning Permits and Building Permits.

When Are Plans Required?
Learn when plans will be required prior to permit issuance.

Who Can Obtain Permits?
Find out who can pull permits and what information is required.

Resources

Forms & Applications
Locate the permit applications and other forms you need.

Building Plan Check
Learn about the Building Plan Check process.

Fee Schedule
Review current fees for permits and other applications.

Lawndale Municipal Code
Explore rules and regulations in the Lawndale Municipal Code.

Online Permit Archive
Access available permit records for properties within the city.

Planning Submittal Requirements
Understand what must be included in your plans when submitting to the Planning Department.

Residential Property Report
Is your home in escrow? Check whether a Residential Property Report is required.

SolarApp+
Eligible residential solar projects may be submitted through the SolarApp+ automated system for review and permit issuance.

City of Lawndale, CA, CA

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