Mechanical Test Lab (MTL)
The Mechanical Test Lab is responsible for reviewing applications for mechanical product approvals through its Research Section and Mechanical Test Lab. Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).
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Test Lab Engineer: Cristina Acevedo-Leija
Email: Cristina.Acevedo-Leija@lacity.org
Telephone: (213) 202-9902
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Off-hour inspections can only be scheduled through the LADBS.org website. You may schedule an off-hour inspection through our Online Services.
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A product (or equipment) is considered approved if it bares either the approval label of the City of Los Angeles Electrical Test Lab, or listing or certification label, symbol or other identifying mark of a recognized testing agency. And in either case, the product (or the equipment) is installed and used according to any limitations or restrictions posed by the testing agencies and the requirements of the code. See section 93.0402 for more details.
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Whenever an application for import/export is approved by the BBSC, any interested party may appeal the decision to the City Council within ten calendar days of the Board’s action. The appeal must be filed at the Office of City Clerk any time prior to 5:00 p.m. on the final day of the ten day appeal period.
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The CBC, CRC, LARC, and LABC require certain materials/products to be approved by the Building Official. Materials/products that are required to be approved are found in many sections of these codes with the term “approved.” See the Information Bulletin P/BC 2014-119 for more details.
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You can visit any of LADBS offices. For the permits which do not require Plan Check, you can apply online at our Online Permit webpage.
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You can apply for a Standard Plan by visiting LADBS Public counter at 201 N. Figueroa Street, Station# 13.
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For instructions on applying for your Certificate of Occupancy, contact the inspector for your project.
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Please contact LADBS Grading Division for any Grading bond refund request.
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To cancel or re-schedule an inspection, please Contact Us through the following numbers: 3-1-1 or (866) 4LA-CITY / (866) 452-2489 within Los Angeles County. If you are outside Los Angeles County, you may call (213) 473-3231.
When calling, you will need to know the permit number and the site address.
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You may check the status of your plan check either through 311 or via Department's online permit and inspection report. You can reach this online service at Online Services.
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