How does permit tracking work in Los Angeles?

PermitDashboard connects to Los Angeles's permit system and automatically monitors your permit status. When there's a change, you get an instant alert via email or SMS.

How much does permit monitoring cost in Los Angeles?

Plans start at $10/month for individual contractors. Includes monitoring up to 5 permits, email alerts, and access to all 53+ cities. We offer a 14-day free trial.

What permit types can you track in Los Angeles?

We track 11+ permit types in Los Angeles including building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical permits, and more. The full list of available types is shown on this page.

How often are permit statuses updated?

We check Los Angeles's portal every 15 minutes for paid plans. When your permit status changes, you're notified within minutes, not days.

How does AI document review help?

Our AI analyzes your permit application before you submit and catches common errors that cause rejections. This can reduce rejections by up to 40% and save you weeks of delays.

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Los Angeles, CA Permit Tracking

Stop calling Los Angeles for permit status. Get instant alerts when your building permit is approved or needs corrections. Free 14-day trial - no credit card.

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Los Angeles Permit Snapshot

Data updated: Feb 1, 2026

Estimated data from industry benchmarks

42 days

Average
Processing

16.6%

Rejection
Rate

#54

Pain Index
Score

Difficult

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Trend
vs last month

Top Rejection Reasons in Los Angeles

1 Incomplete site plan 28%
2 Missing structural calculations 22%
3 Zoning compliance issues 18%
4 Insufficient drainage plan 16%
5 Code compliance issues 10%

Best month to submit: February

Worst month to submit: September

See how this compares to other cities

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Two tools for Los Angeles

Everything you need to manage permits here.

BEFORE YOU SUBMIT

AI Permit Checklist

Our AI knows Los Angeles's requirements. It tells you exactly what documents you need before submitting your application.

No rejections for missing documents

AFTER YOU SUBMIT

Permit Monitoring

We check Los Angeles's portal every 15 minutes. When your permit status changes, we notify you by email or text.

No more calling the city

Los Angeles Building Permit Types We Track

Comprehensive contractor permit tracking across all major permit categories in Los Angeles, CA. Monitor 11+ permit types including building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits.

Building Electrical Plumbing Mechanical Grading Sign Fire Health Street Improvement Excavation Right-of-Way

Areas we cover in Los Angeles

Hollywood Downtown LA Santa Monica Beverly Hills Venice

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