An approved recognized electrical testing agency is a testing agency that obtains approval from the Department of Building and Safety to perform testing and listing and field evaluation.

The fire water storage tank is sized according to the sprinkler or standpipe demand, whichever is larger for the water supply duration as stated in NFPA 13 table 11.2.3.1.2

Check the Parcel Profile Report available on the Department’s website. NavigateLA also shows the extent of seismic hazard zones colored in the map.

When there are higher stresses in the structural design.

Please visit the Contractors State License Board for information regarding hiring a contractor and to verify if a contractor is licensed and insured: http://cslb.ca.gov.

A grading bond is required for projects with over 250 CY of cut or fill in a Hillside Grading Area.

The purpose of this program is to reduce the risk of injury or loss of life that may result from the effects of earthquakes on wood frame soft-story buildings. In the Northridge Earthquake, many wood frame soft- story buildings caused loss of life, injury, and property damage.

When all HVAC, electrical, and fire sprinkler are installed in the ceiling, but before covering.

You will need a plan check when the scope of work involves items under code section 93.0206.