The Permits and Mapping Division provides a full range of services:

Provides permits for work conducted in the Public-Right-of-Way including

• Construction and Excavation
• Refuse Receptacle Placement (Dumpsters)
• Street Use (Oversized Load)
• Lane Closures

Houses a library of

• Right-of-Way Maps
• Subdivision & County Assessor Maps
• Sewer Basemaps and details
• Storm Water Basemaps and details
• Torrance Water Basemap and details
• Petroleum Lines Base Maps and details
• Survey Information
• Flood Zone Maps

The center for Torrance's award winning GIS for Computer Generated Maps and Aerial Photos

Sale of Public Works Construction Standard Plans

Generates Encroachment Agreements for obstructions in the Right of Way

Provides License Agreements for franchises in the Right of Way

All construction and excavation (C&E) or lane closure permit requests require the following information  

• Contractor, licensed for the work being done
• Sketch showing the property dimensions and scope of work
• Proper insurance from the contractor
• Permit Fees

Permit requests for Refuse Receptacle (Dumpster) placement require the following information

• Name of dumpster company (which should be licensed to do work in the City of Torrance)
• Location
• Size of Dumpster
• Permit Fees

Street Use Permits for Oversized loads can also be obtained when travelling through Torrance. A completed Street Use Form must be signed by the Police department to be approved. The cost is $26 for one time and annual use. Proof of insurance must be provided if it is not currently on file.

• For more information on the following, please click on the link. For further questions you may call us directly at 310-618-5898

Encroachment in Public Right-of-Way
Monitoring License Agreements
License Agreements for Conduits for Private Use
Encroachment Agreements for Telecommunication Lines
Contractor's Qualification List
Work Not Requiring a Permit

Map showing Issued Construction and Excavation Permits