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How can an approval be renewed?

Only products that have either a Laboratory or General Approval (no one-time approvals) may be subject to annual renewal. About 60 days before an approval expires, the original applicant needs to take the following actions:

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EBEWE Compliance Instructions 2021
       
Accessibility Details for Parking
IB/P/BC 2026-084
Effective Date:
       
YOU-ADU Example Title Page
       
Why can't I obtain copies of my Plumbing and Electrical plans?

Building and Safety does not maintain copies of Plumbing or Electrical plans.

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Is there a resource for contractor-related information and guidance?

The contractor state licensing board can provide contractor-related information. Their website can be found here: CSLB 
 

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Can I rebuild my house to the same size and configuration I had prior to the fire?

The Governor's Executive Order and Mayor's Revised Emergency Executive Order #1 authorize that primary and accessory structures can be rebuilt that are in substantially the same location as, and do not exceed 110% of the footprint and height of, the primary and accessory structures that existed i

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February 2025 Newsletter
       
Permit and Inspection Homeowners Guide for Single Family and ADUs
       
Dwellings in High Wind Velocity Areas (HWA)
IB/P/BC 2023-016
Effective Date:
       
LADBS and LAFD Streamlined Plan Check Process
       
Definition of "Commenced Construction" and Similar Phrases
IB/P/GI 2020-016
       
Plan Review & Permitting
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Supplemental Correction Sheets for Pump Systems (Domestic or Fire) (2017 LAPC & 2016 NFPA-20)
PC/MECH/Corr.Lst.30-2017
       
CWS DTLA City Planning Letter
       
Structural Monitoring Equipment in Buildings Designed with Nonlinear Response History Procedure
IB/P/BC 2026-117
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What do I do if I receive an Order To Comply in error?

There could be many reasons why you received an Order To Comply. Do not dismiss it as an error. 

Contact the issuing Inspector so the necessary corrections can be completed, if needed. This helps avoid future fees and enforcement.



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Separate Approval for Fire Life Safety Plans
PC/ELEC/Mod041-2017
       
What product standard(s) do I need to have my product tested by an approved testing agency?

A product (or equipment) is considered approved if it bears either the approval label of the City of Los Angeles Electrical Test Lab, or listing or certification label, symbol or other identifying mark of a recognized testing agency.

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Deputy Inspector Fax Notification Form
IN/Form101-2008