Torrance, CA · Los Angeles County

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Planning Division Refund Request Form

This form lets the applicant identified on a Torrance planning permit application request a refund of permit application fees from the Planning Division.

What this form is

The applicant identified on the permit application must submit this written refund request to the Planning Division no later than 100 calendar days after the application filing date. The form asks for project and application details, applicant contact information, the amount paid and payment type, the reason for the request, and payee information if different from the applicant. Refund eligibility and amount depend on the permit type, timing, and work performed.

Who needs it

The applicant identified on a Torrance permit application who is requesting a refund of its permit application fees needs this form.

How to submit it

Submit the completed form in writing to the Planning Division, Community Development Department, 3031 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503. The policy says the request must arrive no later than 100 calendar days after the permit application filing date.

About notarization

This form is completed without a notary; it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, and the applicant just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the Planning Division Refund Request Form.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Provide the application and project details, applicant contact information, payment amount and type, reason for the request, and payee details if different.

  3. 3

    Gather Attachments

    The policy does not identify any required attachments.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Planning Division

    Submit the written request to the Planning Division at 3031 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503, within 100 calendar days of filing.

Frequently asked questions

Who can request a planning fee refund?
The form must be completed by the applicant identified on the permit application. Refunds are issued to that applicant or to the payer named on the original payment form.
When must I submit the refund request?
The written request must be submitted to the Planning Division no later than 100 calendar days from the date the permit application was filed.
How do I submit the Planning Division Refund Request Form?
Submit the completed form in writing to the Planning Division, Community Development Department, 3031 Torrance Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503.
Do I need a notary for the Planning Division Refund Request Form?
No. This form does not require a notary and mentions no notarized or sworn attachment; the applicant just signs and dates it.

Need something notarized?

This Planning Division Refund Request Form doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Torrance form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.