Product Approval (Test Lab)

LADBS approves alternate building materials or products that are at least equivalent to the materials prescribed in the code in terms of quality, effective time period of fire resistance, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.

LA Research Reports (LARR)
Building Research Section (BRS)
Mechanical Test Lab (MTL)
Electrical Test Lab (ETL)

About Test Lab

Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).

For licensing of product approval test labs, refer to the Materials Control section in the Inspection Bureau.

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The Plumbing Code allows outdoor installations of water heaters. Check with the Zoning engineer for required minimum distance from the property line.

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No, the application number will be assigned when the completed application and payment are received.

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Once the fees are calculated by the inspector, an email is sent to the customer to pay online.

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Yes, you can pick it up at the public counter of any office.

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Yes. You will need to provide proof that you are residing in that house, such as a DWP or a Gas Company statement.

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No, every required affidavit shall be reviewed and approved by City staff before it is recorded. Otherwise, it will not be valid.

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Inspectors are assigned by district, with a few exceptions.

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You can request an inspection for any permit, regardless of whether it was obtained at an LADBS Development Services Center or on the Internet via e-Permit. 

Registration is not required to request an inspection, however, if you are already logged in as an e-Permit user, you do not have to log out to request an inspection.
 

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You can request an inspection for the next business day, as long as the request is made before 4:00 pm.

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