City of Lawndale, CA

Explore the Permit Center!

Visit our Permit Center to get information on:

• Permit FAQs
• Requesting Inspections
• When and Why Permits Are Required
• Viewing Permit Records Online
• When Are Plans Required
• Submitting Plans and Applications
• Construction Hours

Access the Permit Center Online

The Online Permit Archive provides public access to historical and current building permit records for properties within the City of Lawndale. This digital repository allows residents, contractors, and researchers to view scanned permit documents, track project histories, and verify compliance with local building regulations. By centralizing permit information, the archive supports transparency, streamlines property research, and enhances access to essential civic data.

Permits that have been finalized, canceled, or expired have been scanned into the online permit archive. Active or open permits will be uploaded into the online archive once they are finalized or closed out. Permit files are periodically updated and are uploaded to Google Drive for public access.

View Information About Building Permits

View Information About Planning Permits

Additional Permit Records

LA County handled permit applications before the City's incorporation (December 28, 1959).

For additional permit records, you can use LA County's Permit Viewer portal to search for older permits that may not be on file with the City.

To submit a records request with LA County, please visit the LA County Building & Safety Southwest Office located at 1320 W. Imperial Highway, Los Angeles, CA 90044.

View LA County's Permit Viewer Portal

View Information About LA County's Southwest Office