What is the process to have my plans approved as an ADU Standard Plan?
Once you have your plans ready for submittal, you can submit them through our Eplan portal using the address '1 Standard Plan Way'.
What is the Pacific Palisades Undergrounding Initiative? What are the requirements for future-ready electrical service?
Please refer to LADWP Pacific Palisades Undergrounding Initiative, which provides more information, along with the requirements and steps for electric service installation.
What is the minimum/maximum reach range?
How do I make a Public Records request?
To open a new public record request, please contact the LADBS Custodian of Records via email at
ladbs.custodianofrecords@lacity.org. In the subject line, please indicate that it is a Public Records Act Request.
Is Homeowner Association (HOA) approval required?
If your property is part of a Homeowners Association (HOA), your property may be subject to Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs)—private agreements that may impose development standards or conditions different from those in the current Los Angeles Zoning Code.
Where can I get my original Building Permit if it's not available from the city?
The County Assessor’s Office can provide the original Building Permit number. Building and Safety may be able to look it up by the permit number.
How long does it take to obtain an express permit?
The Foothill Catalog Foundation