Where do I submit a grading plan?
Grading plans are submitted to the building plan checker at the construction services center.
Why do I need a fault investigation?
A fault investigation is required if the project is located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone or a Preliminary Fault Rupture Study Area to preclude construction for human occupancy from being placed on an active fault. Please refer to Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-129 and P/BC 2014-044.
Which are the requirement in a soils, geology or combined soils and geology report?
The minimum content required in a report is outlined in Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-113 and P/BC 2014-129.
Why must I have a sump pump?
The Department requires the use of a sump pump when concentrated drainage cannot be directed to an approved location via gravity. Please refer to Information Bulletin P/BC 2014-103.
What is required to develop in a seismic hazard zone?
Please refer to Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-044 and P/BC 2014-113.
When do I need a soils report?
A soils report is needed for construction on a slope steeper than 3:1 (Horizontal:Vertical), excavations removing lateral support, when a structure cannot be designed per building code values, and/or for structures which do not conform to chapter 18 of the 2014 LABC. Reports are also required for sites in seismic hazard zones that are not exempt under Information Bulletin P/BC 2014-044.
Where do I apply for a GPI?
A grading pre-inspection (GPI) can be applied for at the construction services center.
When will my bond be exonerated?
The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.
When grading plans are reviewed by regular plan check or grading plan check?
A building plan checker reviews most grading plans. The grading plan checker will review grading plans for grading work in conjunction with an approved subdivision map or to issue grading permits to correct a hazardous soil condition per LABC 7005.7.
When do I need to post a grading bond?
A grading bond is required for projects with over 250 CY of cut or fill in a Hillside Grading Area.