Can I submit my plans online for Plan Check?
If your plans qualify for electronic plan check service, you may submit online through
Can I use a Commercial Coach on my property?
Yes, but with some exceptions. Please see the Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-079 for more details.
Can I use any products in LA City?
For non-structural items, an ICC report is acceptable. For structural elements, you will need a LA Research Report.
Can my neighbor's site drainage drain to my property?
No. Each property drainage shall be directed to a public street via non-erosive device.
Do I have to pay for an appeal if the error is an LADBS error?
If you can show that the Department has erred and LADBS accepts the error, LADBS will correct the error. Otherwise, you will need to pay a required fee to file an appeal against LADBS' determination.
Do I need a Certificate of Occupancy for my Tenant Improvement project?
A Certificate of Occupancy is not required for a Tenant Improvement project unless the permit is for a Change of Use.
Do I need any setbacks for my accessory building?
A recreation room and/or an Accessory Living Quarters are required to observe setbacks from the property line per Section 12.21.C.5 of L.A.M.C.
Do I need covered parking spaces for my new house?
The required parking spaces for a house in a single-family zoned property shall be covered.
Do I need to record my affidavit with LA County Recorder office?
Yes, all the required affidavits need to be recorded with LA County Records office. The affidavit shall be signed by the plan check staff assigned to your project before it is recorded.
Do I need to register in order to pull a permit online?
Yes. Please visit our Online Permit webpage to register.
Do I need to separate my Accessory Living Quarters from my house?
Yes, a separation of 10 feet is required per Section 12.21.C.5 of L.A.M.C.
Do I need to tie my two properties if I want to build one house over two properties?
Yes, a Lot Tie affidavit will be required to create one lot in order to build a building over two lots. The lots shall be owned by the same owner in order to be tied together.
Does a job stop when I file an appeal against it?
No. A job will stop if LADBS accepts it has made an error in issuing a permit.
Does LADBS issue a permit for a hospital?
No. A permit is issued by LADBS to check the zoning for the hospital site.
Does LADBS issue a permit for a private school?
Yes, but LADBS does not issue permits for a public school.
Does my Commercial Coach need to be approved by State?
Yes. See the Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-079 for more details.
Does the City enforce a CC&Rs?
The City does not enforce a CC&Rs.
How can I find out if my project is a by right project?
You can check the zoning of your property by visiting ZIMAS. Visit one of LADBS Zoning counters for more information.
How do I apply for a LA City Research Report approval?
The CBC, CRC, LARC, and LABC require certain materials/products to be approved by the Building Official.
How do I apply for a permit?
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.
