Osama Younan
- Oversees the operations of the Department’s 1,129 employees in the following major functional groups spread among 11 geographical locations:
- Permit and Engineering Bureau
- Inspection Bureau
- Code Enforcement Bureau
- Resource Management Bureau
- Technology Se
When will my bond be exonerated?
The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.
Temporary Special Event Permits
When is a seismic gas valve required?
If the project has gas and the valuation is over $10,000.00.
Can I appeal a zoning violation to LADBS?
Yes, you can appeal if the project you are appealing was submitted to LADBS for plan check. LADBS will provide a response to the appeal in writing, and then you may appeal to City Planning if you do not agree with LADBS' responses.
What forms of payment do you accept?
Personal, company or a cashier's check from a United States bank, made payable to "City of Los Angeles."
What are the pressure and flow requirements at the standpipe hose valves?
The flow and pressure requirements are 250 GPM at 100 PSI when PRV is not required, and 250 GPM at 125 PSI when PRV is required.
Do I need an electrical permit when modifying existing wiring?
Any time you alter, repair, add, relocate, or modify existing electrical wiring, you will need an electrical permit. Refer to section 93.0201 for a list of exceptions.