Express Permits

LADBS's faster permit lane for simpler residential projects.

Why It Matters for Homeowners

Why it matters: simpler residential permits sometimes issue same-day over-the-counter through Express Permits; more complicated projects take longer. Either way, it's typically faster than standard plan check. We file these for you so you don't deal with the city counter. Express Permits is LA City only - Culver City, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and other surrounding municipalities have their own permit offices with their own timelines.

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