I have a Los Angeles City Research Report (LARR) based on a Nationally Recognized Model Code Agency Evaluation Report. Is my Los Angeles City Research Report Approved for the Current Los Angeles City Building Code (LABC)?
Your products are approved for the Code version only listed on both the Evaluation Report and the LARR approval letter. If either product approval document does not list the current version of the Building Code, you will need to have these updated.
Does Building and Safety recommend architects or engineers?
The Department does not recommend any architects or engineers.
When grading plans are reviewed by regular plan check or grading plan check?
A building plan checker reviews most grading plans. The grading plan checker will review grading plans for grading work in conjunction with an approved subdivision map or to issue grading permits to correct a hazardous soil condition per LABC 7005.7.
What I need to do to maintain my approval if I modify my equipment during the approval period?
The steps are the same as regular approval, as follows:
Submit the following:
What happens to my refund claim?
- The City Clerk's office will assign a number, date stamp and log in your claim. They will then send it to Building and Safety, Financial Services for review.
- Financial Services staff will also log it in.
Where do I apply for a GPI?
A grading pre-inspection (GPI) can be applied for at the construction services center.