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How much do I have to pay for my appeal?

The fee is based on the nature of the appeal and the number of the appealed items.

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LA Seismic Retrofit Program: Property Owner's Guide
       
What web browsers are compatible with ePlanLA Application?

ePlanLA is compatible with all commonly used web browsers, including: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Apple Safari and Firefox.

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What is the scope of this program?

This program applies to all existing buildings with the following criteria:

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How do I make a request for LADBS permit data & records?

Find all the forms to make a data request on our Service Requests forms page.

The areas that provide records include the Plan Check and Inspection System (PCIS) and Code Enforcement Information System (CEIS).

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Mandatory Wood Frame Soft-Story Retrofit Plan Review List-Chapter 93 (2020 LABC)
PC/STR/Corr.Lst.114-2020
       
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Green Building Code Correction Sheet for Additions and Alterations to Residential Buildings
PC/GRN/Corr.Lst.Res-AA-2023
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Who releases my bond?

The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.

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Accessory and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units / Permitted & Unpermitted Buildings
IB/P/BC 2023-150
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Wood-frame Seismic Retrofit
       
Early Release of Electrical Power and Gas Supply System
IN/Mod10-2016
       
Certificate of Occupancy
IB/P/BC 2023-109
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How do I know when my project needs to comply with Energy requirements?

All new buildings, additions or remodeling which introduces new exterior openings need to comply with the current energy regulations.

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Benchmarking 2018
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Vacant Building Abatement
       
Electrical Test Lab (ETL)
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Application Package for Accreditation of Electrical Testing Laboratory
Req/Form10-2017
       
Can I use ABS pipe in a residential building?

Plastic waste and vent piping in residential occupancies are allowed when the residential portion of the building is 2 stories or less.

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Commissioning Report (for 2011 Codes)
GRN 26-2011