Can I use ABS pipe in a residential building?
Plastic waste and vent piping in residential occupancies are allowed when the residential portion of the building is 2 stories or less.
Can I construct a permeable pavement at my property to infiltrate stormwater?
Yes, for passive (non-concentrated) infiltration only.
What does the “Code Date” listed on the Los Angeles Research Report mean?
The Code Date stated on a Research Report (upper right corner on 1st page of Research Report) identifies which Los Angeles Building Code (LABC) edition the product specified in the research report is approved for. Building projects and LARR approved products shall have the same Code Date.
I have a Los Angeles City Research Report (LARR). How do I know if my approval is applicable to the current code?
The LARR may be used only for projects permitted under the Code version specified on the LARR.
Do I need a soils report for a subdivision?
A soils/geology report for a subdivision is generally required in hillside areas and seismic hazard zones. See Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-132.
What is the process to obtain a Los Angeles City Research Report for my product?
The evaluation time frame is based on the complexity of the product. Contact the Engineering Research Section for the current status. The process to obtain a Los Angeles City Research Report consists of the following steps:
What does the “Code Date” listed on the Los Angeles Research Report mean?
The Code Date stated on a Research Report (upper right corner on first page of Research Report) identifies which Los Angeles Building Code (LABC) edition the product specified in the research report is approved for. Building projects and LARR approved products shall have the same Code Date.
What is the process to obtain a Los Angeles City Research Report for my product?
The evaluation time frame is based on the complexity of the product. Contact the Building Research Section for the current status.
Where can I get my setbacks or property line?
Usually setbacks can be obtained from a current plot plan.
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