Permit Fee Waiver in Los Angeles: How Fire Survivors Can Rebuild Quickly with Monument Home Builders

When a wildfire hits, the real work starts once the flames are gone. Rebuilding a home in Southern California comes with high stakes, delays bring added costs, logistical headaches, and prolonged emotional stress. That’s why Monument Home Builders strongly supports Los Angeles’s recent move to waive certain permit fees for wildfire victims. It’s a practical step that can make a big difference.

The city’s fee relief effort pairs perfectly with Monument Home Builders’ mission to help families rebuild quickly, affordably, and safely in high-risk fire areas like Palisades and Altadena.

What the Permit Fee Waiver Covers

In April 2025, LA Mayor Karen Bass issued Emergency Executive Order No. 7, temporarily suspending building permit, plan-check, and art fees for homes damaged in the January wildfires. These waivers target the hardest-hit areas and remain in effect while the city considers longer-term legislation.

At the county level, the LA County Board of Supervisors approved a related policy that allows homeowners in the Palisades and Malibu fire zones to defer or be reimbursed for permit and inspection costs. This additional relief helps ease the financial strain of starting over.

Why Fee Relief Matters

For families trying to recover, every dollar counts. Cutting out permit-related fees can free up thousands that might otherwise be spent on paperwork. Instead, that money can go toward:

• Installing fire-resistant building materials

• Adding solar panels or other energy-efficient upgrades

• Choosing higher-quality interior finishes

• Starting construction without unnecessary delays

  
  

In addition to lowering costs, the faster approvals made possible by these waivers help families stay on track with insurance deadlines and start rebuilding their lives sooner.

How Monument Home Builders Helps You Move Faster

Monument Home Builders doesn’t just support the permit fee waiver; we help you take advantage of it. Our team is built for post-disaster recovery and brings deep local experience in:

• Submitting permit-ready plans before bottlenecks form

• Designing homes that meet code and pass inspections the first time

• Managing communication and paperwork with city and county departments

  
  

We don’t just build homes. We rebuild peace of mind.

Homeowners Are Already Rebuilding

Since the waiver was announced, more than 800 homeowners across LA have applied for permits to rebuild. Current approval times average around 55 days, almost twice as fast as before.

Monument Home Builders Home Builders is working right alongside this momentum. We’re coordinating with agencies to keep projects moving and get families back into homes as quickly as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the fee waiver?

Homeowners who lost single-family homes in designated wildfire zones like Palisades and Altadena.

What types of fees are waived?

Building permits, plan-check fees, art fees, and in many cases, inspection fees as well.

Does the waiver apply to ADUs or garages?

Yes. Monument Home Builders will help verify if your project qualifies under the current rules.

Is this a limited-time program?

Yes. It’s tied to the emergency order and may change as city policy evolves.

Built to Last. Built to Protect.

Every home Monument Home Builders build is designed for long-term safety and comfort. Our rebuilds include:

• Fire-hardened materials like metal roofing and fiber cement siding

• Personalized floor plans with premium finishes

• Full compliance with California’s fire protection codes

  
  

We deliver more than just speed, we deliver security.

Ready to Rebuild?

If you’re unsure where to start, we’ll walk you through it. Monument Home Builders Home Builders is here to:

• Confirm if you qualify for the fee waiver

• Handle your permit applications from start to finish

• Build you a stronger, safer home on your schedule

  
  

Call Us: (310) 774-2845

Website: www.monumenthomebuilders.com