My neighbor build a 12 ft. wall with cement blocks on his property line (no rebar) no permits…read more Complaints have been filed on this property since 2006. He just added about 2.5 feet of a wood looking structure to the fence. There are no permits on this property. The property is now leaning toward my property and will probably crumble in my pool and garage and driveway. Building and safety acknowledges the wall is illegal and legal filing was done in 2022 followed by many other complaints. I use to host swim parties in the summer for troubled children but don't dare now because it is life endangering. Any suggestions would be appreciated: https://www.ladbsservices2.lacity.org/OnlineServices/PermitReport/PermitResults/41686

I usually go to the DTLA location but came here because it is closer to my office…read more For my first time I of course had to come extra early because I already knew parking was going to be difficult. Very true to LA City fashion. There were meters and I only saw one garage that stated it was only open for monthly entrances. There was also parking lots charging around but I decided to just park in a meter. Make sure to bring coins! Once inside the staff was very kind in directing me the correct way to go for what I needed. They need proof of vaccination and ID and you must wear a mask. They also have masks available if you forget your own which is nice. I was helped by the front desk and the plan checker. We were able to discuss the plans and I was grateful they were understanding and patient. A good experience for my first time: Will probably be retuning here compared to other locations due to the closeness of the location and I liked the staff !

No line on a Tuesday morning around 8:45 am. I was done and out within 10-15 minutes. (I remember…read morehaving to wait during previous visits though.) They are efficient so even if there's a line it goes fairly quickly. Bring cash or a checkbook to pay the fees. They accept credit card but charge for the convenience. Parking is iffy with some metered spots on the street or potentially more in the surrounding neighborhoods. For the meters, you can use credit card or even pay using app which makes it convenient in case you need more time and don't want to trek back to your car to feed the meter.

Came in at 4:15 on a Friday afternoon to get a copy of our marriage license, I thought I will not…read moremake it since I don't have an appointment and they close at 4:30 pm. I was out with my copy in 4 minutes. Like most reviewers here, I would never think I will give a government office a 5 star review.

Some hot tips: 1) The office closes 12-1pm for lunch, you…read morehave to wait outside until they open again . This was not on their website. 2) Street Parking only. Meter maximum is 4 hours 3) If applicable , fill out applications online in advance 4) Schedule an appointment in advance 5) Bring cash to avoid surcharge ($1.75 I think?) otherwise you can use credit card. I didn't book an appointment and showed up at 12:15pm. But after waiting outside in line for 45 min they had my business taken care of in 5 minutes ! Amazing!

Don't bother calling them to get a question answered. All you're going to get is a recording with…read morehours, address, etc. For some reason this location opens up later than other LA County Service Centers. I'm not sure why. I showed up thinking they'd be open at 8 only to find out they opened up at 8:30. Why? I'm not sure. Be advised there's a good chance there's going to be someone out there asking if you are there for anything related to registering a business. He's very friendly, but he's not with the county. He's there to hawk his company that will help you with anything legal in regards to your business. I came in to get my son's birth certificate. The young woman who helped me out was once of the nicest government employees I've ever dealt with. I was dreading getting the form thinking it would be like going to the DMV, but once they opened, the line really moved along. And like I said, the service I had was A+. If I ever need any other forms, this will definitely be the location I go to. I'll just be sure to get there knowing they'll open at 8:30. Not 8.

Appointments are now required to come here to get your business done. I arrived one day at 11:52a,…read moreonly to read on the closed door sign that they had closed at 11:30a that day. I went to their site to make an appointment the following day which was frustrating but this is normally something I can easily get done (and by far, the easiest thing that has to do with my taxes). Arrived early, a nice lady sitting to the left checked me in and told me to have a seat. I was back in this familiar room, except due to the appointment system, I didn't have to pull a number deli-style like I had to in the past. It was also a lot less crowded so I guess the appointment system has some advantages. The other lady I sat down across from was also a pleasure to work with. I'm not deaf, but sometimes it's hard to hear through the glass. She was patient and funny too which always makes this experience that much better. Next January-if I remember-I'll make sure to check online to see if they are still appointment-based so I won't make the same mistake.

As an independent contractor working in Los Angeles, first contact years ago with the Office of…read moreFinance was to obtain a business license, a seamless experience. To date, renewing said license remains equally seamless. Always a timely end of year reminder via USPS postcard with ability to do so online. Another seamless process with documents immediately available to print for city, state and federal income tax returns. But the Office of Finance is not just about collecting revenue. I find their frequent E-newsletter, a public service not just for the people and organizations conducting business activity within Los Angles but for all Los Angeles residents. Yes, in business or not, there's assistance for all from health/wellness, these days a focus on current county Covid policy, as well as, where to get PCR tests and vaccines (often forward this info to friends), and to small business with a newly re-named program RAMP (Regional Alliance Marketplace for Procurement) where they can create a profile for business to business connections. But wait there's more assistance! California Mortgage Relief, Sewer Repair, Landlord Relief Incentives to name just a few.

This place is unbelievable. You can't imagine the way it operates unless you are here and…read morewitnessing it. I took my dad cause he needed some papers printed regarding his ssi benefits. We walked in there were about 20 people with appointments and 6 without. A separate line for walk ins. So I stood there. Waiting ...!!!! After one and half hours they called one person from the walk in line. There are many windows available and only three employees working. After every customer the employee takes about ten minutes to call the next one. At times there were zero customers being helped. So after three hours of waiting one more person got called from the walk in line. At this point I had to leave. I couldn't stand being there for another minute, I knew I would have a panic attack very soon by looking at the way they operate this place. Poor elderly people waiting and waiting ... moms with babies crying and waiting. Why can't these offices operate better. More organized and better staffed ??? It's so sad. Sooo sad. ... ... look at my picture. Empty chairs ... for a good while.

Empty office with long lines. People can't sit even tho there is enough space. 3 security guards…read more Line is for appointment. Online it will tell you, you don't need an appointment for a phone update but won't give you the option to update. Why can't government entities make sense.

So this review IS NOT FOR THE SERVICES provided in this building;this review is for the outside of…read morethe court house/courtyard. I grew up around this area and I would occasionally go their to hang out or go to the library. Yesterday was my first time going back their in years and I forgot how beautiful and calm this area is. Pros: *a lot of shade *beautiful scenery(Rose's plants, trees, architecture, etc.) * a lot of places to sit down * it's a good place to go read, do h.w, meditate, etc. Cons: * the outside of it is dirty it needs to be cleaned * the library is being remodeled which is good but bad. IT WILL reopen in the summer of 2020 P.S DONT GO TO THE HOT DOG STAND ( THE STREET VENDOR) THE LADY IS REALLY RUDE AND ITS OVERPRICED AND THE FOOD IS NOT WORTH IT. GO TO

Man, I hope my Lord and savior Jesus Christ that i never have to come back to this nightmare of a…read moreCourthouse ever again. The Sheriffs here are assholes. I am a guy that never bitch and complain about police, because I support the Blue and White flags, but the last time I was at this Courthouse, the Sheriffs were not helpful at all in giving directions to where I needed to be. I used to live in the San Fernando Valley, and this Courthouse was a slum, now they fixed it all up and its a normal building to walk inside. Judges and Lawyers here are not very friendly. Its almost as if these people are looking to look anyone up for a petty crime, or a infraction. A few years ago, I was summons to come here as a witness of a fight that took place among some people I know. This is just a bad place to be.

Only 3 windows ?? This is crazy and this place is crowded because it's small . Also the parking…read moremanager here was super rude

I had a really positive experience today and felt like it was important to share…read more I've been dealing with a complicated and honestly frustrating situation with my account for a while now, and it's been difficult trying to get clear answers. As a young woman navigating all of this, I've unfortunately been given misinformation in the past, which has made me come into conversations a bit more guarded and, at times, probably more frustrated than I'd like to be. That being said, Will at the front was incredibly helpful right away. He took the time to listen, understood that my case was more involved, and brought in Michael, the manager, to assist. I genuinely cannot say enough good things about Michael. He was patient, professional, and incredibly respectful throughout the entire interaction. Even though I came in with a lot of questions and concerns, he never made me feel dismissed or rushed. He took the time to look at my case as a whole -- not just pieces of it -- and made sure I fully understood everything before we ended our conversation. Money-related situations can be really sensitive and stressful, and I know I may have come across frustrated at times, but Michael handled everything with such grace and professionalism. I left the conversation feeling heard, respected, and honestly just very grateful. It's rare to feel taken care of in situations like this, and both Will and Michael made a huge difference for me today. Thank you both again -- I truly appreciate it. - Margo Parker

I filed a claim with the City Attorney's Claims Dept on Jan 25..almost 2 months ago and have heard…read moreNOTHING. I left several messages on their voicemail and I emailed them a couple of times.... NO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT at all. TERRIBLE customer service. I help to pay for this thru my taxes..so does anyone reading this..so I guess maybe it's an entitlement program. They are entitled to a salary, but don't have to do the work. What a disappointment. If anyone from City Attorney's office is reading this, maybe you could get back to me to explain.

This weekend I volunteered to help with set up for the SFV Pride Parade near city hall and the…read morecivic center. I was impressed by how clean and well kept the gardens are and everyone is so friendly. Everyone was so nice to volunteer with and to watch the event come together. Later the parade was pretty grand to see! What a wonderful experience!

The City Hall of Van Nuys is one of the nicest and well organized in Los Angeles County. According…read moreto google it was in 1932 and originally designed as the Valley Municipal Building. Located on Sylvan St (east off Van Nuys Blvd) across from the Van Nuys Courthouse it's in the mecca of most community resources and services including the Van Nuys Public Library, original Firehouse, Police Station, postal services, legal services (including notary, bail bonds, lawyers, paralegals, etc.) and several small business including local restaurants and shops that keep the people who work here going as well as the city of Van Nuys thriving: https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-city-of-van-nuys-los-angeles Local LADot Dash and LA Metro city buses run past here both on Sylvan St and down Van Nuys Blvd. Also a very brief stroll away from the Van Nuys Blvd Orange Line station. The C.H. department provides services Monday through Friday (excluding observed holidays like President's day) from 8:30 AM to 5 PM. Find Public Records related to Van Nuys City Hall including marriage, voter and vital information here not to mention obtain permits, make request for city changes and inquire about local city roles, positions and listings. There's local street parking available, most of is free if you can find it as well as paid parking structures around, most shared with the courthouse and other businesses on the block.

I've been assign jury duty only twice at the Van Nuys Courthouse the first was relatively smooth…read moreand easy. The second was a little long and chaotic, but we were still dismisses before the mid afternoon set in. There's a few vendors in the courtyard which I miss walking through the courtyard regularly when I live just up the street from here. So pretty okay restaurants in the area as well especially along Van Nuys Blvd and a few tucked away along Victory. Superior is very close to the Metro G Line (Orange) station for Van Nuys which makes avoiding paid parking either via meter or garage easier - you may even luck into residential street parking (watching those cleaning day restrictions). The garage for parking closes at 7PM and the courthouse itself closes at 4:30 pm everyday. I thought I might get lucky and be assigned here when I got my recent notice but rather than be a mile or two away from a major courthouse for Jury Duty - I'll be 15 miles across town... Until we meet again SCC. Q Tip: Good online services - especially for/case access of all types as well as traffic ticket lookup, options, request, payments, and so on.

I had to make a small claim and wanted the sheriffs to serve the papers. First time the sheriff…read moredepartment sent it back because there was a box missing so I had to take a day off work refill the paperwork, change the court date and fill out more paperwork for the sheriff to serve. I get a letter back saying they couldn't serve them because the court date was less than 15 days from the date!?!? I had made a new court date almost two months ahead. They had time to process and serve. I had to take another day off of work to figure this out and again... more paperwork. Either someone in the sheriffs department is doing some dirty work or what. This courthouse is a mess. You get no justice. They just take people's money and do a poor job.