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Fung + Blatt Architects
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Separate Approval for Fire Life Safety Plans
PC/ELEC/Mod41-2017
       
Benchmarking 2016
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Are grab bar installations required inside the dwelling unit's bathroom?

No, but backing for future installation of grab bars is required.

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Mandatory Retrofit Programs
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Do I have to pay for an appeal if the error is an LADBS error?

If you can show that the Department has erred and LADBS accepts the error, LADBS will correct the error. Otherwise, you will need to pay a required fee to file an appeal against LADBS' determination.

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Can my neighbor's site drainage drain to my property?

No. Each property drainage shall be directed to a public street via non-erosive device.

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Guidance for Construction Sites (Spanish)
       
What does the “Code Date” listed on the Los Angeles Research Report mean?

The Code Date stated on a Research Report (upper right corner on 1st page of Research Report) identifies which Los Angeles Building Code (LABC) edition the product specified in the research report is approved for. Building projects and LARR approved products shall have the same Code Date.

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LADWP - Encroachment Spec
       
Authorizacion de Arresto ror Transpasar Propieda Ajena (Trespass Arrest Authorization Spanish)
       
How can I get an extension on my permit?

Inspectors can extend a permit providing it is not an Express Permit.

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Common Permits (prepared by HCIDLA)
       
Will the inspector be at the site during the special events?

No, but there may be a fire inspector present.

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Who can pull a permit?

A contractor or his/her authorized agent can pull a permit. See the Information Bulletin No. P/GI 2014-001 for information.

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Mechanical HVAC Permit Fee Schedule
PC/MC/FeeSch3-2017
       
What if my permit has expired?

Contact your inspector to check on the possibility of obtaining a permit extension.

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Storage Racks Plan Check Correction Sheets (2023 LABC)
PC/STR/Corr.Lst.021-2023
       
Equinekeeping
IB/P/ZC 2023-018
       
Does the Department have copies of the plan for my house or building?

LADBS Records Section has as-built plans (blueprints) for Single Family Dwellings, Duplexes, Apartments, and most Commercial buildings, permitted and built after 1977.

 

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