No, when done as part of the City's "Water Conservation Retrofit Program" pursuant to the City's Water Conservation regulations. 

However, a non owner-occupied single family dwelling requires a permit obtained by a licensed plumbing contractor.

If your property qualifies and does not require special processing, you may apply for an epermit online. This is the fastest, easiest option.

Building plan check and permit fees are based on the total project valuation (total cost of construction). Estimated building plan check and permit fees can be determined using our Online Permit Fee Calculator.

A prevailing setback is a calculation used to determine minimum distance construction can be from the front property line, essentially a front yard measurement.

A slope band analysis is not required if rebuilding as a like-for-like +10% project. Otherwise, projects within a designated hillside area will require a slope band analysis.

A height of a building is limited per the zoning designation of the property. Visit a LADBS office Zoning counter for more information. A building code also limits the height of a building based on the type of construction and the occupancy of the building.