Register a property with Gardena City
Gardena City runs the registration programs below. Review what you need and what it costs, then register online.
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Property Subject to Foreclosure
$245 per year
Annual Inspection required
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Vacant Property
$245 per year
Annual
Registration program
Property Subject to Foreclosure
Registration Requirements
A Registrable Property is any real property that:
Is the subject of a foreclosure action;
Has a foreclosure judgment but has not yet been sold; or
Has been transferred to a mortgagee or affiliated entity via foreclosure sale or deed in lieu.
Registration
Registration is required within 10 days of initiation of the foreclosure action.
Each parcel requires a separate registration.
Registration information must be updated within 10 days of any change.
Vacant Lots
Properties with a structure must be registered. Vacant lots do not need to be registered.
Residential Only
This community registers residential properties only.
Renewal
Registrations must be renewed annually, measured from the initial foreclosure filing date.
Owner / Mortgagee / Trustee (OMT) Change
OMT changes require a new registration by the new mortgagee or trustee. Nay preeviously unpaid registration fees are the responsibility of the new mortgagee or trustee and are due with their initial registration.
Property Manager
A property manager must be designated.
A 24-hour contact telephone number is required.
Property manager must be local (see Ordinance for details)
Fees
Since July 10, 2025, these are the fees set by the current ordinance.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | $245 |
Late fees
No late fees.
Fees are paid online by card or bank account when you submit your registration. A payment processing fee, if any, is shown before you pay.
Inspection
No inspection fee.
Inspection requirements
Inspections
Upon Default, an initial inspection is required to determine occupancy and code compliance.
Properties must be re-inspected every 30 days while subject to registration.
Inspection details at registration
During registration, the registrant is asked to enter the most recent inspection date.
What you’ll need
The online form asks for the following, starting with the property address.
Required
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Please provide the Investor / Insurer
Choose one
- None
- FNMA
- FHLMC
- HUD
- VA
- FHA
- Other Fed Agency
- 501(c)(3) Organization
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Owner / Mortgagee / Trustee (OMT)
Company contact details
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Asset Manager / Mortgage Servicer (AMS)
Company contact details
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What is the Foreclosure Status?
Choose one
- Pre-foreclosure / Pre-filing
- Public NOD (NOD, LP, NOP)
- REO
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What is the Occupancy Status?
Choose one
- Owner Occupied
- Confirmed Vacant
- Evidence of Vacancy
- Tenant Occupied
- Unknown
Optional
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Foreclosure Case Number
Reference number
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Property Manager (PM)
Company contact details
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Last Inspection Date
Date
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Internal ID
Short answer
An optional identifier of your own that you can use to track this registration.
Fee Exemptions
Governmental entities must register but are exempt from registration fees.
Governmental entities include HUD, VA, and USDA mortgagees or owners.
Registration program
Vacant Property
Registration Requirements
In this jurisdiction, any owner of Vacant Residential Property is required to register the property. Vacant Property is considered any parcel of land that contains any building or structure that is not legally occupied.
Vacant Lots are not required to be registered.
Bond required if vacant for more than 90 days in amount determined by the City for 3 months estimated costs of blight prevention. Please contact the City directly for more information. Code Enforcement Supervisor: 310.217.6171
Property Manager
Local property manager contact information is required if not the owner.
Fees
Since July 10, 2025, these are the fees set by the current ordinance.
| Registration fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration fee | $245 |
Late fees
No late fees.
Fees are paid online by card or bank account when you submit your registration. A payment processing fee, if any, is shown before you pay.
What you’ll need
The online form asks for the following, starting with the property address.
Required
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Property Owner / Responsible Party
Contact details
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Property Manager / Local Contact
Contact details
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Most Recent Inspection Date (Regular Inspections Required)
Date
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Are utilities currently on for the property?
Yes or no
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Is liability insurance being maintained for this property?
Yes or no
Help with your registration
Hera Registry runs registration for Gardena City. For help with the online form, payments, or your account, contact Hera support.
vpro@heraregistry.com 321-234-5303
Questions about local rules
Registration rules and fees are set by Gardena City.
Information last updated October 28, 2026. FIPS code 0628168.