Permit application submission & document upload
Complete intake, assemble required documents, and submit through City portals.
Manhattan Beach Permit Coordination
Permit coordination that keeps projects moving.
Submissions, corrections, follow-ups, and weekly status updates so you don't have to chase the City.
Serving contractors, architects/designers, and homeowners on simple residential remodels.
Services
Hands-on permit coordination, start to issuance.
We manage submittals, communication, and status tracking so your team can focus on the build.
Plan check corrections coordination & resubmittals
Coordinate responses and resubmittals to keep reviews moving.
Status tracking, process follow-ups, weekly updates
Proactive tracking with clear weekly updates to stakeholders.
Inspection scheduling coordination (optional)
Schedule inspections and keep teams aligned as needed.
Why Teams Use Us
Save office hours and keep jobs moving.
Built for projects where adding full-time permit admin overhead does not make sense.
What you save each project
- City portal upload and form prep time
- Plan check follow-up calls and email cycles
- Correction tracking and resubmittal coordination
Where your team refocuses
- Field operations and schedule control
- Client communication and change orders
- Revenue work instead of permit admin churn
Compare Options
DIY vs internal PM vs VantagePoint.
DIY
Lowest direct cost, highest time drain and follow-up burden.
Internal PM
Works for larger pipelines, expensive for light-to-mid permit volume.
VantagePoint
Outsourced permit coordination with weekly updates and no full-time headcount commitment.
Scope
Clear scope. Clean handoffs.
We coordinate permits and communication for straightforward residential remodels. We stay in our lane and keep the process moving.
What We Handle
- Permit application submissions and portal uploads
- Corrections coordination, resubmittals, and follow-ups
- Status tracking with weekly updates to stakeholders
- Inspection scheduling coordination (as requested)
What We Don’t
- Legal advice or representation
- Architectural or engineering design
- Code consulting or plan drafting
- Contracting or construction services
We can help you identify who to loop in, but approvals and technical determinations are made by the City and your licensed professionals.
What We Need From You
- Project address and scope summary
- Plans (PDF) and any supporting documents
- Contractor info (if selected) and contacts for your team
- Owner authorization (as required by the City)
- Preferred communication list for weekly updates
Not sure what applies? Send what you have. We’ll confirm what’s missing for a complete submittal.
Manhattan Beach City Fees (Estimate)
A quick, non-binding City fee estimate based on the City of Manhattan Beach “Final Citywide User Fee Schedule” (fees effective July 1, 2025). Final City fees depend on scope and departments involved.
Our permit coordination fee is separate. For simple interior permits, coordination typically starts at $1,500 (City fees not included).
How It Works
A clear, efficient process.
Focused on simple residential remodels and straightforward permit types.
Step 1
Scope check (simple residential)
Confirm project type, departments involved, and required documents.
Step 2
Authorization + intake
Collect authorization, project details, and all submission materials.
Step 3
Submit + track
Submit to the City, track status, and manage communications.
Step 4
Corrections/resubmittals until issued
Coordinate corrections and resubmittals through final issuance.
Service Area
South Bay, focused and responsive.
Manhattan Beach (primary)
Hermosa Beach (by request)
El Segundo (by request)
Pricing
Simple, flat-fee starting points.
Flat fee starting at $1,500
For simple interior permits (City fees not included).
Timelines are controlled by the City; we manage the process and communication.
New Client Offer
First permit reduced-risk option
Start with one pilot permit at a discounted onboarding rate to prove process fit.
Add-On
Rush / Rescue permit support
For stalled or urgent files, we prioritize handoff, correction tracking, and restart momentum.
ROI Estimator
Estimate permit admin hours and cost impact.
A quick planning tool for contractor teams evaluating outsource vs in-house permit coordination.
Use this for planning only. Actual costs depend on project scope and city review cycles.
Contact
Let's coordinate your permit.
Response within 24 hours.
Direct Contact
Email: [email protected]
FAQ
- Do you guarantee approval?
- No. Approvals are determined by the City. We manage coordination and communication.
- Do you provide code advice?
- No. We do not provide legal, architectural, engineering, or code consulting.