Who can apply for a Los Angeles City Research Report?
Los Angeles Research Reports may be issued to an entity/company with the legal right to the product and the accompanying Technical Test Reports and Engineering Assessment. Test Reports shall bear the name of the applicant, unless a release letter accompanies the test report(s).
Can I further expedite the review of a report?
Not usually. However, further expediting supplemental reports for projects under construction can be considered. It’s recommended to discuss with the grading division reviewers at the time of submittal.
When do I need a soils report?
A soils report is needed for construction on a slope steeper than 3:1 (Horizontal:Vertical), excavations removing lateral support, when a structure cannot be designed per building code values, and/or for structures which do not conform to chapter 18 of the 2014 LABC.
When do I need a soils, a geology, or a combined soils and geology report?
A geology report is needed for development within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone or a Preliminary Fault Rupture Study Area or for new onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS).A combined report is needed for projects in a Hillside Grading Area or where bedrock is encountered in addition
When do I need to file for a 3-day notification for excavation adjacent to a neighbor's property?
Please see Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-060 for a detailed explanation.
Which are the requirement in a soils, geology or combined soils and geology report?
The minimum content required in a report is outlined in Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-113 and
Why can't I infiltrate stormwater on my property?
Sites in most hillside areas, within potentially liquefiable zones, where infiltration rates are too low, or where the earth materials exhibit adverse conditions when saturated (e.g., expansive or hydro collapsible soils) are generally not allowed to infiltrate stormwater.
Do I need a permit to build a fence around my property?
A permit is not required for any type of fence under 3'6" in height.
A permit is required for a masonry or concrete fence over 3'6" in height, and for a fence of any other material over 10'0" in height.
What do I need to apply for Sign Pre-Inspection (SPI) report?
A fully dimensioned plot plan to show the location and size/type of each proposed sign(s) and elevations for the sign/type.
Who can prepare a commissioning report?
The report can be prepared by commissioning agents and any other trained personnel with experience on projects of comparable size and complexity.
How many inspectors will I have in residential?
One inspector for building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, grading, and green. Separate for Fire Sprinkler.
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