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As a homeowner, can I obtain an electrical permit?

If you have resided in the house for 12 months or more.

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What is an Order to Comply?

It is an order to correct a code violation.

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How do I get hold of my plan check engineer?

You may view our employee directory on the LADBS website to look up your plan checker contact information.

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When do I need to apply for a Demolition Pre-Inspection (DPI)?

Whenever a building is demolished, a Demo Pre-Inspection (DPI) is required. See the Information Bulletin P/BC 2014-039 available on LADBS.ORG for more information.

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AB 3002 Notice in Vietnamese
       
Document Submittal Requirements for an Alteration or Addition to an Existing Single-Family Dwelling or Multi-Family Dwelling
IB/P/GI 2023-008
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When is a plumbing permit required for natural gas piping?

A plumbing permit is required for the installation of any gas piping, except piping less than 6 feet in length between an existing gas outlet and a gas appliance in the same room.

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Theresa May de Vera

Commissioner De Vera became a member of the Disabled Access Appeals Commission in August 2023. Ms. De Vera holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Theology and Bioethics from Loyola Marymount University.

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How to Obtain Copies of City of Los Angeles Ordinances
IB/P/GI 2023-025
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Do I need a permit to change to a low-consumption toilet in my house?

No, when done as part of the City's "Water Conservation Retrofit Program" pursuant to the City's Water Conservation regulations. 

However, a non owner-occupied single family dwelling requires a permit obtained by a licensed plumbing contractor.



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Application for Multi-Family
       
Funding Form Procedures for Affordable Housing Projects
       
Supplemental Plan Check Corrections Sheet for Bicycle Parking Ordinance (Effective 3/13/2013)
PC/STR/Corr.Lst.111-2017
       
Guidelines for Plan Check and Permit Requirements for Interim Motel (Hotel) Conversion Projects
IB/P/ZC 2023-020
       
SO - IL
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2023 L.A. Amendments to CA Codes
Ord. No.187719
       
How do I obtain an express permit?

If your property qualifies and does not require special processing, you may apply for an epermit online. This is the fastest, easiest option.

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Benchmarking 2016
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How much will the permitting fees be when I decide to move forward with a standard plan?

Building plan check and permit fees are based on the total project valuation (total cost of construction). Estimated building plan check and permit fees can be determined using our Online Permit Fee Calculator.

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