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Maintenance of ___________
PC/GRAD/Aff8-2016
       
Permits for Gas Water Heaters
IB/P/PC 2026-006
       
Dryer Vent
PC/MECH/Mod25-2017
       
How long is the approval good for, and where do I find it?

A General Approval/Laboratory Approval is valid for one year from the approval date.

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Termination of Covenant and Agreement
PC/STR/Aff.35
       
Do I need to tie my two properties if I want to build one house over two properties?

Yes, a Lot Tie affidavit will be required to create one lot in order to build a building over two lots. The lots shall be owned by the same owner in order to be tied together.

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Basis of Design (BOD)
GRN 21-2026
       
NFPA 13 2022 - General Plan Check Correction Sheet
PC/MECH/NFPA13-2022
       
Liquefaction Analysis Guideline
IB/P/BC 2026-151
Effective Date:
       
Notification of Alternate Method of Grading or Construction (for 2011 Codes)
PC/GRAD/Aff05-2009
       
Storm Water Pollution Control
GRN 1-2020
Effective Date:
       
What piping material I can use for subsoil drainage system?

The acceptable pipe material for subsoil drain are listed in table 1102.5 of LAPC. Acceptable pipe material are Asbestos Cement, PE, PVC, and Clay.

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Supplemental Correction Sheet for Solar Photovoltaic Systems (for 2011 Codes)
PC/ELEC/Corr.Lst.111-2009
       
Yard Modification Policy
IB/P/ZC 2023-005
       
Non-potable Rainwater Catchment System Correction Sheet
PC/MECH/Corr.Lst.109-2017
       
I am installing a new elevator in an existing building. Does it need to comply with the requirements for medical emergency elevators?

If the building was built prior to 1/26/1988, the elevator does not have to comply with the requirements for medical emergency elevators.

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How do I know if the equipment is still approved?

Make sure that the equipment approval has not expired by checking the equipment approval letter. Each letter has an approval and expiration date that is indicated on the top right hand of the letter.

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How are the fees calculated for a TCO?

The fees are calculated by the type of occupancy.

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Signs-General Plan Check Correction Sheets (2023 LABC)
PC/STR/Corr.Lst.059-2023
       
Supplemental Plan Check Correction Sheet for Two-way Concrete Slab (2023 LABC)
PC/STR/Corr.Lst.045-2023