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When is a Landscape Letter required?

When there is a City Planning Case requiring a landscape Architect.

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When is a Plumbing Verification required?

When clearance for the plumbing is required.

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When is a Reroof Certificate required?

A reroof certificate is required for existing building in which the roof is replaced or repaired.

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When is a roof nailing inspection required?

When all rough sheathing is in place and nailed.

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When is a rough inspection required?

When all framing is in place and electrical and plumbing installed.

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When is a seismic gas valve required?

If the project has gas and the valuation is over $10,000.00.

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When is a smoke detector inspection required?

Smoke detectors are required in all residential buildings

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When is a Stormwater Observation Report required?

When required by Department of Public Works Sanitation. Please contact the Department of Public Works for more information. 

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When is a Structural Observation required?

When required by the provisions of section 1710.2 or 1710.3 of the LAMC.

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When is a T-bar ceiling inspection required?

When all HVAC, electrical, and fire sprinkler are installed in the ceiling, but before covering.

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When is an AQMD clearance required?

An AQMD clearance is required for charbroilers spray booth, dry cleaning, motor fuel storage, ETC.

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When is an Energy Certificate required?

When work performed and materials used are required to comply with Title 24 Energy Regulations.

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When is an insulation inspection required?

When all framing has been approved.

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Who can I call for construction complaints?

Call the Customer 311 or Call Center. Alternatively, you may file a complaint through the LADBS.org website.

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Who do I pay non-compliance fee to?

Non-compliance fees are paid to Financial Services,

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Who enforces construction complaints?

If no permits were pulled for the project, it will investigated by Code Enforcement. If permits were pulled, then the Inspection Division investigates.

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Who is my inspector?

Inspectors are assigned to a district in PCIS. You can check property activity reports on the LADBS website.

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Who is my inspector's supervisor?

You can call the Customer 311 or Call Center for that information.

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Will I get a certificate of occupancy on a remodel permit?

No, a CofO will only be issued if it is a change of occupancy or an increase in square footage.

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Will I have to pay the CEIF fees?

Whenever an Order to Comply is issued you will be billed $336.00, plus a 6% surcharge fee.

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