City of Pasadena Permit Center

Rodrigo Argueta

one of worst departments, they charged me over $ 2000.00 for a permit to remodel a small kitchen, (kitchen remodel was about 8K )then they give you the option to return some money back ONLY if you hire the waste companies they have, you have no option to haul away the trash yourself, kind of mafia style. Also I called 3 times to ask for guidance and they did not return my call not even once.

William Russell

Going here is the experience of a lifetime. A certified national treasure, and a must see if visiting California. The building is a lovely art deco style and you can feel the rich history of what life must have been like in the decadent roaring 20s. I am lucky that I live close to a world class destination such as this one, and am able to visit on my days off.

John Lane

You need to be patient. The only place slower might be the DMV, it's a close second. Expect to be here 2 hours, to draw a minimum permit, and if you need a city license, put on your walking shoes, it's in another city building, and then, know they will not issue your permit without it. I recommend going there first otherwise a trip back.

John Lane

Plan on staying at least two hours to draw a simple permit that takes 15 minutes in any other city. Oh, and bring hiking shoes to get your city license.