May 2026 Building Permits

Official permit data from Los Angeles— updated Mon, Wed & Fri from the county permitting office.

Los Angeles, CA issued 5,287 building permits in May 2026, down 2% from the prior month. The most active zip code was 90272 with 386 permits. Bldg-Alter/Repair / 1 or 2 Family Dwelling was the top permit type, making up 46% of all permits issued.