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.

Plan check is a process of which the plans are reviewed for compliance to current codes. For this program, the plans will be reviewed for compliance to the mandatory retrofit ordinance 183983 and 184081. Once plans have been reviewed and approved, permit can be issued.

Yes. Pursuant to section 98.0422 of the Los Angeles City Municipal Code, expedite review process is available for the amount of the fee equal to one-half of the review fee, in addition to the normal review fee.

You can appeal is to LADBS and your appeal will be heard by LADBS Board of Commissioners. You will need to submit your appeal by completing this form.

A point measured from the lowest adjacent grade to a point at the top of the building.

Yes. See the Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-079 for more details.

An inspection card is not required for any Electrical or Mechanical permits.

The forms are available on LADBS.ORG. Please see our Covenant and Agreements forms.

All major critical components in the equipment need to be recognized and/or listed by a City of Los Angeles recognized testing laboratory.

The BBSC consists of five citizens appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The BBSC is granted the authority, by the Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) and by the City Charter, to hear many kinds of appeals related to Building ordinances.