# Building permits at 540 E Sunset Ave, Los Angeles, CA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $1.2M new building at 805-807 S 6th Ave, permitted Jun 19.

One permit on record here. The newest, Dec 1, 2024: Re-roof with new sheathing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 39 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 700 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2024 | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 4 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Product l | $1,200 | [24016-90000-37943](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/24016-90000-37943/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

39 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2026 | [542 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/542-e-sunset-ave/) | 40 ft NE | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 17 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $3,400 | [26016-90000-15877](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-15877/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 22 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | [540 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/540-e-indiana-ave/) | 610 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Supplemental permit to 26016-90000-24569 to correct Sub Type from1 or 2 Family Dwelling to APARTMENT. | Not listed | [26016-20001-24569](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-20001-24569/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [807 S 6th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/807-s-6th-ave/) | 730 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Eplansupplemental to 26020-10000-00786 to capture revised shoring design per new eor | $501 | [26020-10001-00786](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26020-10001-00786/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [641 E Vernon Ave 1-4](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/641-e-vernon-ave-1--4/) | 800 ft E | Alteration or repair | Supplemental permit to 26016 - 90000 - 24379 to revise work description to read:Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing ( 25 ) Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) | Not listed | [26016-20001-24379](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-20001-24379/) |
| Sep 11, 2026 | [540 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/540-e-indiana-ave/) | 610 ft SE | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 15 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $3,000 | [26016-90000-24569](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-24569/) |
| Sep 9, 2026 | [641 E Vernon Ave 1-4](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/641-e-vernon-ave-1--4/) | 800 ft E | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 25 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Product  | $7,500 | [26016-90000-24379](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-24379/) |
| Aug 13, 2026 | [537 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/537-e-brooks-ave/) | 870 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Supplemental permit to 26016-10000-06600. To revise floor plan. | $1,000 | [26016-10001-06600](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-10001-06600/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [605 E Flower Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/605-e-flower-ave/) | 610 ft N | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 12 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $2,400 | [26016-90000-20912](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-20912/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [553 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/553-e-indiana-ave/) | 590 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Re-stucco for residential buildings. | $8,500 | [26016-30000-19326](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-30000-19326/) |
| Aug 3, 2026 | [550 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/550-e-brooks-ave/) | 940 ft SE | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing ___26___Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roo | $18,000 | [26016-20000-19750](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-20000-19750/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [650 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/650-e-sunset-ave/) | 960 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). | $20,000 | [26016-90000-19937](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-19937/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [534 E Indiana Ave #1,4&9](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/534-e-indiana-ave-%231~4%269/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Fire damage repair for residential buildings only (maximum 10% of replacement cost of building). SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT TO 25016-20002-32330 TO ADD KITCHEN-3/BATHROOM - 3 remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). | $50,000 | [25016-40003-32330](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25016-40003-32330/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [636 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/636-e-sunset-ave/) | 730 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Eplan: Supplemental Permit to permit application 23014-10000-02047 to replace the (E) Slab on grade with new concrete slab on Grade, (E) Wall and sill plate to remain and sister (E) 2X4 Wall studs with 2x6 studs. | $5,000 | [23014-10001-02047](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/23014-10001-02047/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [807 S 6th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/807-s-6th-ave/) | 730 ft SE | Grading | Grading for new 2-story single-family residence with basement and attached ADU under Permit No. 24010-10000-05219 | $1,277 | [26030-10000-02719](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26030-10000-02719/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [534 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/534-e-indiana-ave/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Supplemental permit to 25016-10000-32330/25016-10001-32330 for transfer of permitlicense to CONSTRUCTCO LLC, license #1136510 | Not listed | [25016-20002-32330](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25016-20002-32330/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [643 E Vernon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/643-e-vernon-ave/) | 840 ft E | Alteration or repair | Structural roof re-framing for an (E) garage. Like for like replacement | $10,000 | [26016-30000-12622](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-30000-12622/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [534 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/534-e-indiana-ave/) | 600 ft SE | Alteration or repair | ePlan: Supplemental ref. to permit# 25016-10000-32330 to add scope of work to interior and exterior fire damage repair | $180,000 | [25016-10001-32330](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25016-10001-32330/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [807 S 6th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/807-s-6th-ave/) | 730 ft SE | Fence, wall or deck | Eplan temporary shoring for proposed SFD | $120,000 | [26020-10000-00786](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26020-10000-00786/) |
| Jun 19, 2026 | [805-807 S 6th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/805--807-s-6th-ave/) | 700 ft SE | New building | New 2 story SFD with att. Two car garage & att. ADU Per LAMC 12.22 a.33 (c) and (e) over basement. Type VA construction, NFPA 13d fire sprinklers throughout. Construction shall not commence without calosha permit. | $1,160,016 | [24010-10000-05219](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/24010-10000-05219/) |
| May 29, 2026 | [537 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/537-e-brooks-ave/) | 870 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 10-Window change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows replaced in all residential buildings, three stories or less, per Title 24, Part 6, Section 150.2(b) 1B. | $10,000 | [26016-30000-13140](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-30000-13140/) |
| May 21, 2026 | [613 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/613-e-brooks-ave/) | 980 ft SE | Pool or spa | Supplemental Ref to PCIS#: 22047-30000-02528 to "Revise plans to remove water feature, add pool cover, and revise pool dimensions" | Not listed | [22047-30001-02528](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/22047-30001-02528/) |
| May 13, 2026 | [553 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/553-e-indiana-ave/) | 590 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Eplan: exterior and interior remodel to (E) single family dwelling. | $7,000 | [26014-10000-00522](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26014-10000-00522/) |
| May 7, 2026 | [537 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/537-e-brooks-ave/) | 870 ft SE | Roofing | ePlanRemodel SFD, remove a load bearing wall, replace 2 windows, add 2 new skytylights and replace the roof and the framing. All work per engineer. | $40,000 | [26016-10000-06600](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-10000-06600/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 16 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | [325 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/325-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | EPLAN: Supplemental permit to 25014-10000-03149 to Replace existing walls due to rotten framing | $5,000 | [25014-10001-03149](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25014-10001-03149/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [664 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/664-e-indiana-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | New water feature/retaining wall per structural engineer's design/details | $10,000 | [26020-30000-01612](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26020-30000-01612/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [914 S 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/914-s-5th-ave/) | 0.22 mi S | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 15 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $3,000 | [26016-90000-25250](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-25250/) |
| Sep 17, 2026 | [665 E Vernon Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/665-e-vernon-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Exterior water damage repair to (E) single family dweling with attached garage to repair deck, siding, soffit, scupper and three same-size windows. | $63,617 | [26016-10000-16453](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-10000-16453/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [649 E Brooks Ave 2](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/649-e-brooks-ave-2/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 24 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $4,800 | [26016-90000-23869](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-23869/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [647 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/647-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 24 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $4,800 | [26016-90000-23856](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-23856/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [668 E Flower Ave A](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/668-e-flower-ave-a/) | 0.20 mi NE | Alteration or repair | (4)Window change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows replaced in all residential buildings, three stories or less, per Title 24, Part 6, Section 150.2(b) 1B. | $5,279 | [26016-30000-23440](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-30000-23440/) |
| Sep 1, 2026 | [657 E Rose Ave Unit D](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/657-e-rose-ave-unit-d/) | 0.22 mi N | Alteration or repair | Convert a portion of an existing attached garage to an 890.5 sf Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) per LAMC 12.22.A.33(c) and (e). | $58,000 | [26014-10000-00494](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26014-10000-00494/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [644 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/644-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Fence, wall or deck | New temporary shoring. | $20,000 | [26020-30000-01546](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26020-30000-01546/) |
| Aug 6, 2026 | [644 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/644-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Supplemental permit to 25014-30000-02321 to revise the foundation plan. | $501 | [25014-30001-02321](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25014-30001-02321/) |
| Jul 28, 2026 | [664 E Indiana Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/664-e-indiana-ave/) | 0.23 mi E | Alteration or repair | Complete work done under previously expired permit #21010-30000-01676. Work is_80_% complete (Minimum 75% percent completed as determined by inspection). | $120,000 | [21010-30001-01676](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/21010-30001-01676/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [630 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/630-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.21 mi SE | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 13 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $2,600 | [26016-90000-17382](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-17382/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [327 E Brooks Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/327-e-brooks-ave/) | 0.24 mi S | Addition | EPLAN: CONVERSION of portion of (E) garge AND 2-STORY ADDITION resulting in 2-story ADU with attached garage. ADU Per LAMC 12.22 a.33(b)(1) | $150,000 | [25014-10000-03149](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25014-10000-03149/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [673 E Flower Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/673-e-flower-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). | $10,000 | [26016-90000-14724](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-14724/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [244 S Dimmick Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/244-s-dimmick-ave/) | 0.20 mi NW | Alteration or repair | 1 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).Replace drywall (no new walls added) for single family dwellings and duplexes only.Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). | $30,501 | [26016-90000-11798](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-11798/) |
| May 4, 2026 | [673 E Flower Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/673-e-flower-ave/) | 0.22 mi NE | Alteration or repair | 1 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). | $10,000 | [26016-90000-11758](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-11758/) |

## More on this street

Other addresses on E Sunset Ave with permits, nearest house number first:

- [540 1/2 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/540-1_2-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Dec 1, 2024
- [542 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/542-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Jun 15, 2026
- [559 E Sunset Ave 1-14](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/559-e-sunset-ave-1--14/): newest permit Jun 11, 2025
- [609 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/609-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Jun 5, 2025
- [609 1/2 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/609-1_2-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit May 30, 2025
- [616 E Sunset Ave Unit C](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/616-e-sunset-ave-unit-c/): newest permit Sep 5, 2025
- [632 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/632-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Dec 2, 2024
- [636 1/2 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/636-1_2-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Apr 29, 2025
- [636 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/636-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Jul 7, 2026
- [650 E Sunset Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/650-e-sunset-ave/): newest permit Jul 28, 2026

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Source: LA Department of Building and Safety permit data (https://data.lacity.org/d/pi9x-tg5x). Checked 2026-10-07 21:15 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/

Map, the one permit at this address and 39 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/540-e-sunset-ave/
