Fake Land-Use Approval Letters Target Torrance Property Owners |
Fraudulent notices are reportedly requesting “application approval fees” for rezoning, special-use permits, and other development requests. |
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Torrance is warning residents about another city-related scam, this one aimed at property owners and developers involved in land-use or development activity.
According to the city, fraudulent letters are being sent that appear to request payment of “application approval fees” for rezoning, special-use permits, and other land development requests. The city says some of the letters may include specific property information, including parcel numbers, zoning designations, and ownership details, which can make the notices look more convincing.
That detail matters because public property records can be used by scammers to make fake documents appear official. Anyone who receives a notice asking for payment tied to a land-use approval should pause, verify the request, and contact the city through official channels before paying.
This is a strong City Hall Watch item because it gives residents a practical way to avoid being misled by fake government paperwork.
Source Link: City of Torrance — Fake Entitlement Application Fee Notices
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