The Permit Lab is a boutique permit consulting firm specializing in expediting permits in the Los Angeles area. With local knowledge and a personalized approach, we help homeowners, architects, and contractors navigate Los Angeles area development approval process with confidence and clarity.

Founded by Carolina Santoro, an urban planning expert with over a decade of experience, The Permit Lab offers insight into the Los Angeles permitting system. She spent 6 years in the Special Projects section of LA County Regional Planning and served as a Historic Preservation Commissioner for the City of Pasadena—giving her a unique advantage in guiding clients through complex submittals and multi-agency reviews.

At The Permit Lab, we believe that efficient permitting begins long before plans are submitted—it starts in the design process. By addressing building and zoning code requirements and jurisdictional nuances early on, we help avoid costly revisions and delays later. That’s why we offer permit consulting as a core part of our services—working alongside architects, property owners, and developers from the start to ensure designs align with local regulations and are set up for a smoother approval process. Whether you're applying for ADU permits, residential remodel approvals, reconstruction after the fires, or beginning a larger development project in the Los Angeles area, The Permit Lab delivers efficient, customized permit consulting services designed to avoid unnecessary delays and keep your project on track.