If I make a mistake when entering my inspection type or contact information, can I correct it?
Mistakes can be corrected on the page before clicking the "Continue" button, by highlighting the area to be corrected and retyping the information. Once "Continue" has been pressed, no changes can be made.
For assistance, contact the Customer Call Center at 3-1-1.
What is the "Hillside Ordinance Area"?
Land designated as “Hillside Area” on the Department of City Planning Hillside Area Map (12.21A.17), which can be viewed on NavigateLA. The area where construction projects are subject to the “Baseline Hillside Ordinance."
Will I need to send a sample of the equipment for evaluation?
Yes. In all cases, you are required to provide the equipment for evaluation.
Can you recommend a consultant to prepare a soils, geology or soils and geology report?
The Department does not recommend or endorse consultants. The Department does maintain a roster of approved testing agencies on the web site, which contains soil laboratories and geotechnical companies.
How do I know what models of equipment are approved?
Check the equipment approval letter. Every approval letter indicates the models that are included. You may check the approval letters on the "LA Research Reports" page.