Residential Inspections
The Residential Inspection Division inspects one-and two-family dwellings; including new structures, additions, alterations, swimming pools, retaining walls, various accessory structures, and demolition of existing structures.
Additional Resources
- Code Amendment
- Inspection Forms
- Information Bulletins
- Requests for Modifications
Filtered categories:
General Illumination and Lock Requirements in Accordance with Ordinance
IB/P/BC 2017-011
- Effective
Design and Construction of Swimming Pools
IB/P/BC 2023-014
- Effective
Power Driven Steel Studs in Pre-Stressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete Elements
IB/P/BC 2023-015
- Effective
Dwellings in High Wind Velocity Areas (HWA)
IB/P/BC 2023-016
- Effective
Exit illumination and Exit Sign Lighting Systems
IB/P/BC 2023-019
- Effective
Billiard or Pool Halls & Pinball Arcades
IB/P/BC 2023-025
- Effective
Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) (Residential)
IB/P/BC 2023-027
- Effective
Nuclear Devices for Soil Density and Moisture Determination
IB/P/BC 2023-028
- Effective
Filtered categories:
What product standard(s) do I need to have my product tested by an approved testing agency?
What regulations apply when an existing ADU or JADU is later proposed to be converted to another use?
What type of electrical equipment requires approval from the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)?
Filtered categories:
Guidelines for Permitting New Antennas and Replacement of Units on Existing Telecommunication Antennas (Cell Towers)
IB/P/BC 2020-146
- Effective
Guidelines for Plan Check and Permit Requirements for an Outdoor Dining Area (Al Fresco) on Private Property
IB/P/GI 2023-035
- Effective
Guidelines for Plan Check and Permit Requirements for Interim Motel (Hotel) Conversion Projects
IB/P/ZC 2023-020
Guidelines for Plan Check and Permit Requirements for Solar Energy Systems
IB/P/GI 2023-027
- Effective
Guidelines for Submitting Haul Route Applications with Import or Export Amounts Greater than 1,000 Cubic Yard
IB/P/BC 2023-134
- Effective
Guidelines for the Issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for Commercial or Residential Core & Shell Buildings
IB/P/BC 2023-122
- Effective
Guidelines for Use and Permitting of Accessory Dwelling Unit - Movable Tiny House
IB/P/ZC 2023-021
Guidelines for Use and Permitting of Accessory Dwelling Unit - Movable Tiny House
IB/P/ZC 2023-021