Will I get a certificate of occupancy on a remodel permit?
No, a CofO will only be issued if it is a change of occupancy or an increase in square footage.
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Will I have to pay the CEIF fees?
Whenever an Order to Comply is issued you will be billed $336.00, plus a 6% surcharge fee.
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Will I schedule the Fire Department before the Building inspector for a special event?
The Temporary Special Event (TSE) permit must be obtained then contact the Fire Department.
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Will LADBS accept copies of the required forms?
Original documents are required. Copies may be accepted under special circumstances.
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Will the Certificate of Occupancy be mailed to me?
Yes, the clerical staff will mail it out once the inspector issues and turn it in for filing.
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Will the inspector be at the site during the special events?
No, but there may be a fire inspector present.
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Does my mechanical product need to be on the LA Research Report Database in order to be acceptable?
No, the product is acceptable if it is listed by a City of Los Angeles recognized listing agency.
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How can I obtain a general approval from the Mechanical Test Lab?
The product manufacturer needs to file a test lab application and submit the required testing reports. Please visit the Mechanical Test Lab page for applications.
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How can I obtain approval as a mechanical listing/testing agency?
You will need to file an application with the Mechanical Testing Laboratory.
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How can I obtain approval from the Mechanical Test Lab if there are currently no published applicable testing standards?
Approval from LA City Mechanical Testing Laboratory cannot be obtained for products that do not have applicable testing standards.
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