Permitting in the City of Long Beach can be a challenge — with shifting requirements, detailed plan checks, and multiple departments involved. If you’re a contractor, architect, or property owner, these delays can throw your schedule off and cost you money. Our expert Long Beach, California permit expediters help you avoid the hassle and move your project forward faster.
With years of experience working with the City of Long Beach Development Services Department, we know how to manage the process, communicate with city staff, and get commercial permits approved — quickly and efficiently.
Our runners coordinate plan drop-offs, pickups, and in-person submissions to the Long Beach Permit Center. Whether you’re submitting for building, electrical, mechanical, or planning approval, we handle the logistics so your team doesn’t have to.
Permit Place custom due diligence reports contain answers to important questions about costs, timeframes, and potential issues you’ll face. Confidently make decisions and prepare for smooth plan reviews and approvals.
We manage every step of the permitting process — from zoning research and document prep to plan check, corrections, and final approval. We’ll coordinate directly with Development Services, Planning, and any additional city departments involved in your project.
From new restaurant build-outs to multi-tenant retail renovations, we’ve supported commercial projects of all shapes and sizes across Long Beach. We know what triggers a full plan review, what can qualify for over-the-counter, and how to prevent rejections before they happen.
We work closely with the Long Beach Development Permit Center, Planning Bureau, and Building & Safety Bureau. Whether it’s understanding the nuances of the local zoning code or navigating historical district requirements, we know what to expect — and how to prepare.
You’ll always know where your project stands. Our permit portal gives you up-to-date status info, and your account manager is available to answer questions, coordinate with reviewers, or escalate issues.
Because we know the local processes, teams, and requirements, we can often shorten timelines by submitting complete packages, anticipating reviewer comments, and addressing issues before they become delays.
Don’t let red tape stall your project. Our Long Beach expediting team is ready to manage your permits from start to finish — so you can stay on time and on budget.
Our Long Beach permit experts handle the process for you — from zoning clearance to plan check and final approval.
We’ve helped thousands of companies streamline their permit approvals in Long Beach and across the country.
Timelines vary by project scope. Smaller interior build-outs may qualify for over-the-counter review or same-day permits. Full plan checks can take several weeks. We’ll help you understand what to expect and choose the fastest available path.
Long Beach does not have a formal “expedited” process, but certain projects can be fast-tracked through over-the-counter review or pre-scheduled plan check appointments. Our team will help determine eligibility and coordinate the process.
Yes — Permit Place is a national firm with teams across California and the U.S. Whether you’re working on multiple locations or expanding regionally, we can help streamline permitting across jurisdictions.
We’d love to learn more about your upcoming Long Beach, California projects and discuss how our experts can help.
