Department Updates:

The City of Gardena has suspended all in-person services until further notice. All City facilities have been closed to the public. Please click on the departments below for their contact information and service updates.

Email: Rbeeman@cityofgardena.org
Phone: (310) 217-9516

The Administrative Services Department is accepting Transient Occupancy Tax and Utility Users Tax Exemptions by mail and email. Business License Renewals can be submitted by mail or online here. Accounts Payable can be contacted at AP@cityofgardena.org.

Phone: (310) 217-9530
Email: CommunityDevelopment@cityofgardena.org

Building Services
Phone: (310) 217-9530
Email: CDDBuildingServices@cityofgardena.org
Inspection Line: (310) 217-9510
***Any new requests for building inspections may be delayed depending on staffing and any changes on the current state of emergency.

The following is a list of possible online permits that can be reviewed and processed.

• Please send building application and credit card information along with plans, if required, to building email above;
• File size limited to 30 megabytes;
• Large complex plans are not being reviewed at this time unless your plans are currently in the City’s possession;
• Most permits require building inspections, and you will be notified when your permit is approved;
• If inspections are required, work shall be left uncovered until after inspector approval;
• When work is ready to be inspected, please call the Inspection line at [insert number] to schedule inspection. Due to the state of emergency, it is anticipated that inspections will be delayed. Your patience is appreciated.

Building and Safety:
Phone: (310) 217-9530

UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, EXPEDITED PLAN REVIEW SERVICES IS DISCONTINUED


Online Building Permit

1. Window, skylight and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings.

  • With Approved Floor plan
  • With CA Energy Forms

2. Window and storefront replacement for Commercial buildings

  • With Approved Floor plan
  • With CA Energy Forms

3. Kitchen/bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).

  • With Approved Floor plans, per Gardena’s Handout

4. Re-stucco for single-family dwellings and duplexes only.
5. Re-roof with Class A or B Composition Shingle roofing, per Gardena’s Handout.
6. Seismic Retrofit for Single Family Detached Homes

7. Water damage, Termite damage or Dry Rot repair less than 10% of buildings.

  • May need a plan
  • Building- Non-Structural replacement
  • Also may need EMP permits

8. Fire damage repair for buildings. (maximum 10% of building).

  • May need a Plan
  • Building- Non-Structural replacement
  • Also may need EMP permits

9. Replace existing siding with new stucco for single-family dwellings and duplex only.
10. Replace drywall (no new walls added) for single-family dwellings and duplexes only
11. Signs (Need Planning Clearances)

  • Need Plans

12. Fences (Need Planning Clearances)

  • Need PlansNote: Items that “May need plans” or “Need Plans” can be emailed for review and approval.

Online Electrical Permit

These electrical installation permits apply only to non-engineered wiring.
1. Service upgrade or replacement
2. Electrical installation with voltage of less than 600 volts and up to 400 amps total load in existing office, retail and residential buildings only.
3. Kitchen/bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).

  • With Approved Floor plans, per Gardena’s Handout

4. Rewiring or adding devices to existing electrical circuits for receptacles, lighting, etcetera.

  • With Approved Floor plans, per Gardena’s Handout

5. Temporary Power Pole for less than 600 volts and up to 400 amps of load.

  • With Approved site plan, for location.

6. Repair of damaged wiring, With no additional devices.
7. Electrical installation for electric vehicle charging in single family dwellings with up to 400 amps of service. (Including any needed charging equipment, service upgrade, receptacle and associated wiring.)
8. Photovoltaic systems (available online for contractors only):
(with Approved Plans)

  • A rooftop system on a one- or two-family dwelling.
  • The total capacity of the photovoltaic system being installed is 10 kW or less.
  • No GFCI or AFCI overcurrent devices are installed in the alternating current (AC) output of the inverter.
  • AC power system shall be 120/240 volts single phase.
  • The rating of the service panel shall not exceed 225 amperes.
  • Central/String inverter systems with a maximum of two inverters with up to four strings and one combiner box per inverter.
  • Micro-inverter systems having up to four branch circuits.

Online Mechanical Permit

1. HVAC Replacement/Change outs, same size & type.

  • With Approved Floor plan
  • With CA Energy Forms

2. Environmental ventilation (Bath Fan)
3. Gas heaters (Furnaces, forced air units and Wall Heaters) less than 500,000 Btu/h.
4. Duct work alteration or addition in buildings that do not have smoke control system.
5. Replacement of A/C units, same size & type.

  • With Approved Floor plan
  • With CA Energy Forms

Plumbing Permit

1. Replumb or replace domestic water systems with 1 ½” or less water service.
2. Replacing plumbing fixtures, same type, same location.
3. Adding plumbing fixtures.

  • With Approved Floor plan

4. Backflow prevention device in water mains 1 ½” or less in diameter.
5. Sewer cap.
6. Sewer alteration, repair or replacement. (Refer to Department of Public Works/Engineering for offsite work).
7. Low pressure gas piping systems with up to 10 outlets.
8. Water heater replacement (same type, same location)

  • With CA Energy Forms

9. Adding earthquake Gas valve for existing gas main.
10. Installing or replacing lawn sprinklers control valves with AVB (Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker
11. Solar water heating system.

We are not accepting large paper plans at this time. The office is closed until further notice.

Planning
Phone: (310) 217-9524
Email: CDDPlanningandZoning@cityofgardena.org

• At this time, only simple planning projects can be reviewed and potentially approved via email;
• Please send plans to the Planning email listed above;
• Files cannot exceed 30 megabytes;
• Any zoning-related questions can be sent via email or please call the Planning number above;
• Large entitlement applications may be submitted via email if no larger than 30 megabytes. Larger files can be submitted via Dropbox or other platforms;
• Please contact the Planning email or phone for entitlement applications and supporting documents;
• Any general Planning questions should be sent via email. Phones may be inundated so please allow time for response.

Business Licensing
Phone: (310) 217-9518
Email: CDDLicenseandPermitCenter@cityofgardena.org

• New business license applications can be found online or email the business license email to request forms
• Renewals can be paid online or mailed by Post
• Dance permits, block parties, carnivals, and any other special events are not allowed until Los Angeles County determines gatherings are safe; and
• General questions should be sent to the Business Licensing email or phone listed above.

Code Enforcement and Animal Control
Email: PDCodeEnforcement@cityofgardena.org
Phone: (310) 217-6171

Email: PetLicensing@cityofgardena.org
Phone: (310) 217-9645

City Clerk’s Office
Phone: (310) 217-9565
Email: CityClerk@cityofgardena.org

General information is offered to the public via phone and email. Public Record Requests are still being processed, but due to limited staffing, our ability to review, research and respond to your request will be significantly delayed. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe following the resumption of adequate staffing and normal city functions.

City Council’s Office
Phone: (310) 217-9507
Email: CityCouncil@cityofgardena.org

City Manager’s Office
Phone: (310) 217-9503
Email: CityManager@cityofgardena.org

Rent Mediation
Current Rent Mediation hearings have been postponed until further notice, but the City of Gardena is still accepting Rent Mediation applications. Applications can be submitted through the following ways:
• By Mail: 1700 W 162nd Street, Gardena, CA 90247
• By Email: rentmediation@cityofgardena.org
• By Fax: 310-217-9694

City Treasurer’s Office
Phone: (310) 217-9664
Email: CityTreasurer@cityofgardena.org

Senior Utility User Tax Refunds for mobile home residents have been postponed. At this time, we are only accepting checks, credit card (no fees), and ACH wire payments.

Human Resources
Phone: (310) 217-9688
Email: HumanResources1@cityofgardena.org

Economic Development Division
Phone: (310) 217-9533
Email: economicdevelopment@cityofgardena.org

Risk Management Division
Phone: (310) 217-9505
Email: riskmanagement@cityofgardena.org

Emergency Phone: 911
Non-Emergency Phone: (310) 217-9670
Website: www.gardenapd.org

Non-emergency services, reports and citation payments or extensions are being done by phone or mail.

Vehicle releases and all registrants will be done by appointment only. Fingerprinting services have been suspended until further notice. To reach the Detective Bureau, please call (310) 217-9607.

Public Works Department

Phone: (310) 217-9568
Email: pwmaintenance@cityofgardena.org

The Public Works Department’s mission is to provide emergency and essential services to protect public health and safety. The following services have been deemed critical and will be performed on a regular basis:

• Traffic signs & signal repairs
• Sewer maintenance
• Street pavement repairs
• Custodial services

Effective June 1, 2020, all street sweeping services have resumed.

All other services pertaining to aesthetic services shall be secondary or based on staff availability. These services include:

• Tree maintenance
• Graffiti abatement
• Cleaning right of ways

CIP projects will continue via telecommunication. For more information, please contact us at pwengineering@cityofgardena.org or (310) 217-9568. For services related to utilities or permits, you may contact jespinoza@cityofgardena.org or (310) 217-9644.

Home Improvement administrative services are now open. Please be advised that project improvements are only pertaining to outside jobs at this time. Please contact knguyen@cityofgardena.org or (310) 217-9572.

Recreation Division
Phone: (310) 217-9537
Email: recreation@cityofgardena.org

Events
All events and gatherings until August 31, 2020 have been canceled or postponed. Recreation staff continue to monitor parks to take care of any safety issues and ensure they are clean.
Facility Reservations
All facility reservations have been canceled through August 31, 2020. Refunds are currently being processed. New reservations are not being accepted at this time.

After-School Program
The After-School Program has been canceled until Fall of 2020. Refunds will be issued to parents who have pre-paid for services.
Human Services Division
Phone: (310) 217-9537
Email: humanservices@cityofgardena.org

Food Pantry
The Emergency Services Food Pantry continues to assist clients by providing food and food vouchers to City of Gardena clients. Services are provided by appointment only and behind the counter at the Nakaoka Community Center to comply with social distancing requirements.

Senior Services
The Senior Bureau is providing home-delivered meals and outreach to isolated seniors. Currently, assisting over 450 seniors. Meals can be picked up on Mondays (must have an appointment) and deliveries are scheduled on Mondays & Tuesdays.

 

Phone: (310) 965-8888
Website: www.RideGTrans.com

Due to the suspension of in-person classes at various educational institutions in our service area, we are experiencing a decline in ridership and operator shortages. As a result of the actions taken at the federal, state and local levels of government, GTrans will be operating on a modified schedule until further notice. We are dedicated to maintaining service for customers performing essential activities and traveling to and from work.

• Line 1X: Operating daily on its Weekend Schedule as normal. No service to Downtown LA
• Line 2: Operating daily on its Weekend Schedule with early morning trips canceled
• Line 3: Operating daily on its Weekend Schedule with trips every hour
• Line 4: Services have been suspended
• Line 5: Operating daily on weekdays only

To limit contact between Bus Operators and customers, bus fares have been suspended and boarding must take place at the rear of the bus. The front door will remain closed, and the Bus Operator will be restricted.

GTrans Special Transit paratransit service is offered on a reduced basis and is limited to essential trips only. Customers may call Special Transit Dispatch at (310) 965-8848 for the most current scheduling information.