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
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Reuse of Existing Septic Systems When Rebuilding One- and Two- Family Dwellings Damaged By the 2025 Wildfires
P/BC 2026-160
Request for Modification of Building Ordinances (Blank)
PC/ALL/Mod00-2019
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Prescriptive Standards for Suspended Ceiling Assemblies
IB/P/BC 2023-040
- Effective
Procedure for Processing Error or Abuse of Discretion Appeals of LADBS Actions Concerning Zoning Issues
IB/P/ZC 2023-019
Procedure for Processing "Error or Abuse of Discretion" Appeals of LADBS Actions to the Board of Building and Safety Commissioners
IB/P/BC 2023-149
- Effective
Procedures for Hazardous or Contaminated Materials Found during Geological Exploration
IB/P/BC 2026-131
- Effective
Procedures for Recognized Testing Agencies Performing Field Services
IB/P/EC 2020-002
- Effective
Procedures for the Application of ASCE 41-22 to Existing Buildings
IB/P/BC 2026-148
- Effective
Protocol for Retail Establishments Opening for In-Person Shopping: Appendix B
Filtered categories:
Prescriptive Standards for Suspended Ceiling Assemblies
IB/P/BC 2023-040
- Effective
Procedure for Processing Error or Abuse of Discretion Appeals of LADBS Actions Concerning Zoning Issues
IB/P/ZC 2023-019
Procedure for Processing "Error or Abuse of Discretion" Appeals of LADBS Actions to the Board of Building and Safety Commissioners
IB/P/BC 2023-149
- Effective
Procedures for Hazardous or Contaminated Materials Found during Geological Exploration
IB/P/BC 2026-131
- Effective
Procedures for Recognized Testing Agencies Performing Field Services
IB/P/EC 2020-002
- Effective
Procedures for the Application of ASCE 41-22 to Existing Buildings
IB/P/BC 2026-148
- Effective
Protocol for Retail Establishments Opening for In-Person Shopping: Appendix B