Site Selection

The City may assist you in locating a site for your business which meets your particular selection criteria. The City may also assist you by broadcasting your site criteria to an established network of commercial and industrial realtors.

Permit Assistance

For those unfamiliar with the process of obtaining permits for new construction, tenant improvements or other specialized permits, the process can be overwhelming. Information and assistance in streamlining the process can be obtained from our teamwork with other Departments. Visit the Opening A Business? page for an overview of the permit process.

South Bay One-Stop Business & Career Center

Looking for reliable, well-trained people to hire? South Bay Business & Career Centers can provide businesses with employees and will pay for some of their initial salary. Contact the Torrance office at (310) 680-3830 or visit them here.

Zoning and Land Use Information

One of the important considerations in deciding on a location for your business will be the consistency of the use with zoning. We can assist you in working with the Planning Department regarding allowable uses. This information is also available here.

Business License

The Financial Services Department is responsible for administering the business license program.

Filming Permits

Redondo Beach is a popular location for filming activities. The Redondo Beach Fire Department is responsible for issuing filming permits.

Temporary Events

If you are planning an event which will require the use of the public street or require traffic or public safety personnel, you should contact the Planning Department well in advance of the event to obtain a permit.

Temporary Signs

Temporary signs on private property require a permit from the Planning Department and are limited in size and duration of display.