Do I need a permit to change to a low-consumption toilet in my house?
No, when done as part of the City's "Water Conservation Retrofit Program" pursuant to the City's Water Conservation regulations.
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Is a permit required to install a domestic cooking range, broiler unit, or domestic-type clothes dryer in my single-family dwelling unit?
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Is heating required in a dwelling unit?
Yes. The space must be able to be maintained at a room temperature of 70 degrees F, 3 feet above the floor in all habitable areas.
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I want to enlarge my house, how do I apply for a building permit?
A complete set of plans showing the proposed work is brought into the Department, likely as a Counter Plan Check .
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What is involved in the building permit process?
Applicant submits plans to LADBS, if plan check is required LADBS reviews plans and issues corrections, and mandates separate City and County approvals as needed Applicant corrects plans LADBS verifies cor Published: Mon, 01/30/2023 - 08:23
What is the Guaranteed Express Permit Program?
LADBS offers a money-back guarantee on Express Permit times.
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Is a permit required for installing any portable ventilating, comfort-cooling, or evaporative cooler equipment?
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Is a plumbing permit required to replace my gas water heater in my single family dwelling unit?
Yes, unless the work is performed by a contractor that holds a valid Certificate of Registration from LADBS as a Certified Licensed Contractor (CLC).
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Is a plumbing permit required to replace my residential garbage disposer?
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When is a plumbing permit required for natural gas piping?
A plumbing permit is required for the installation of any gas piping, except piping less than 6 feet in length between an existing gas outlet and a gas appliance in the same room.
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