Serving Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Ventura Counties
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
A permit expediter is a private consultant who helps organize, submit, coordinate and follow up on permit applications. A permit expediter is not a government agency and has no authority over permit decisions.
We assist with residential and commercial projects of many kinds, including remodels, additions, tenant improvements, repairs and other work that requires a building permit. Availability depends on the jurisdiction and project type.
Permit solutions start at $300 per project. Final pricing depends on the project location, permit type, current stage, number of departments involved, existing corrections and overall complexity.
No. Government fees, plan review fees, professional design fees and third-party expenses are separate unless specifically included in the written proposal.
No. Permit approval is determined by the applicable government agency. We help you prepare, organize and follow up, but no consultant can guarantee an approval.
Processing times cannot be guaranteed. Review timelines are set by the applicable government agency and depend on workload, project complexity and the completeness of the submittal.
Yes. We can review correction notices, help identify outstanding items and coordinate an organized resubmittal with your design team.
Yes. Confirming whether a property is inside a city or in an unincorporated county area is often the first step, and we can help determine which agencies are involved.
Yes. The contact form accepts PDF, JPG, PNG and DOC files so you can send plans, permit records or correction notices with your inquiry.
Yes. You can request a consultation through the booking page and we will confirm a time.
Yes. Consultations and communication are available in English and Spanish.
No. SOS Permits does not replace licensed architects, engineers, contractors or other professionals when they are legally required. We coordinate with your team.
If available, send the complete project address, a description of the proposed work, the current permit status, any permit or application number, any correction notices and any plans or related documents.