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DownloadThe district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.
Maintenance of Buildings in Areas Subject to Surface Fault Rupture and or Severe Ground Shaking (for 2011 Codes)
PC/GRAD/Aff07-2009
Temporary Special Event Permits
Guidelines for Determining Remedial Grading Exempted from the Baseline Hillside Ordinance
IB/P/BC 2020-139
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When is a seismic gas valve required?
If the project has gas and the valuation is over $10,000.00.
Plan Check Guidelines for State Approved Factory-Built Housing (FBH)
IB/P/BC 2020-112
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Can I appeal a zoning violation to LADBS?
Yes, you can appeal if the project you are appealing was submitted to LADBS for plan check. LADBS will provide a response to the appeal in writing, and then you may appeal to City Planning if you do not agree with LADBS' responses.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Personal, company or a cashier's check from a United States bank, made payable to "City of Los Angeles."
What are the pressure and flow requirements at the standpipe hose valves?
The flow and pressure requirements are 250 GPM at 100 PSI when PRV is not required, and 250 GPM at 125 PSI when PRV is required.
Do I need an electrical permit when modifying existing wiring?
Any time you alter, repair, add, relocate, or modify existing electrical wiring, you will need an electrical permit. Refer to section 93.0201 for a list of exceptions.
Fire Retardant Roof Coverings for Open Walking Decks and Space Roof Construction
IB/P/BC 2017-023
Do you accept electrical equipment with the "CE" logo?
No. "CE" is not recognized by the City of Los Angeles. It is a designation used for the self-certified equipment in Europe.
Do I need an elevator permit to install a car lift in an auto repair garage?
An elevator permit is not required for a car lift within an auto repair garage, as the Los Angeles City elevator code does not apply to car lifts per the City of Los Angeles Elevator Code Section 92.0103.