Review construction plans and approve permits.
Construction-related inspections for residential and commercial buildings.
Resources to assist with code compliance and community complaints.
Research records such as permits, site plans, and other related documents.
LADBS offers special assistance for customers whose complex and large projects require services across multiple departments.
This guide can be helpful when undertaking a building project. This will provide a clear outline of the different stages of the process, making it easier to plan and budget accordingly.
This guide can be helpful when undertaking a building project. This will provide a clear outline of the different stages of the process, making it easier to plan and budget accordingly.
This guide can be helpful when undertaking a building project. This will provide a clear outline of the different stages of the process, making it easier to plan and budget accordingly.
This guide can be helpful when undertaking a building project. This will provide a clear outline of the different stages of the process, making it easier to plan and budget accordingly.
Adaptive Reuse refers to the process of reusing an old site or building for a purpose other than which it was built or designed for.
An Accessory Dwelling Unit, is a small, separate living space on the same property as a single-family home. It can be attached to the main house, or it can be a separate structure, like a converted garage or backyard cottage.
We help fast-track affordable housing permits by simplifying and being flexible in the submission process.
The service is designed to give the public access to information in the possession of public agencies.
The goal of the programs is to reduce structural deficiencies and improve the performance of buildings during earthquakes.
Helps facilitate the approval process for all restaurants and other small businesses such as retail shops, barber shops, nail salons, etc.
The Parallel Design-Permitting Process for major project developments allows the design process and the permitting process to run concurrently.
LADBS approves alternate building materials or products that meet or exceed code requirements.
Green Building & Sustainability
The purpose of Green Buildings is to improve public health, safety, and general welfare through enhanced design and construction of buildings, using concepts which reduce negative impact, and promote principles which have a positive environmental impact and encourage sustainable construction practices.
Code Enforcement & Compliance
LADBS Code Enforcement aims to preserve and enhance the safety, appearance and economic stability of our community through the diligent enforcement of applicable ordinances and land use regulations.