Inspections

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Image of a house promoting the City of Lawndale's 30-Day Amnesty Program for unpermitted residential properties, running from January 2 to January 31, 2025. Includes a Click Here to Find Out More call-to-action for compliance details.

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Qualifying property owners can participate in the Amnesty Program from 1/2 to 1/31/2025.

City Hall will be closed on Monday, 1/20/2025, for MLK Jr. Day

BUILDING & SAFETY INSPECTIONS

Jason Brooks, L.A. County Building Inspector

Inspection Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

To schedule an inspection for an active building permit, call (310) 973-3237. Schedule an inspection at least one week in advance.

Click here to email your inspection request.

Note: If you call in or email for an inspection request, please wait for a callback or email response from staff confirming your inspection. The requested inspection date is not guaranteed.

PLANNING INSPECTIONS

Jose Pedro Martinez, Associate Planner

Inspection Hours: Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

To schedule an inspection for an active planning permit call (310) 973-3230. Schedule an inspection at least two business days in advance.

The Planning Department will inspect fences, sheds, flatwork (hardscape and landscape in the front yard setback), and final project inspections.

Click here to email your inspection request.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY REPORT

Once your application and payment for a Residential Property Report have been processed, call the Municipal Services Department to schedule an inspection by calling (310) 973-3220, the following business day.

City of Lawndale, CA

Inspections