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What form do I use for refunds?
Claim for Refunds must be prepared on the Department of Building and Safety Claim for Refund form (MISC-Form.01).
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Non-Residential Mandatory Measures for Additions and Alterations
PC/GRN/Corr.Lst.01-2026
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Compaction, Soils and Geological Reports for Rebuilding in the Palisades Fire Area
IB/P/BC 2026-157
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What is the process of obtaining an LADBS-MTL approval?
The process to obtain a Los Angeles City Mechanical Research Report consists of the following steps:
Can I pay at the end of the evaluation or testing process?
No, the application number will be assigned when the completed application and payment are received.
Does the Department have copies of the plan for my house or building?
LADBS Records Section has as-built plans (blueprints) for Single Family Dwellings, Duplexes, Apartments, and most Commercial buildings, permitted and built after 1977.
What do I need to proof I am residing in my house to pull an Owner-Builder permit?
A DWP or a gas company bill showing the property address and your name as recipient of the bill through mail will be acceptable.
Can I speak before the BBSC on an item that is not on the agenda?
Members of the public may address the BBSC during the appropriate time scheduled on the agenda (usually at the end of the hearing); however, the BBSC will not take any action on an item that is not on the current agenda.
How do I see what is happening to a property I reported?
You can review the past and present activity on a particular property with our free online Permit and Inspection Report. It shows both Permit activity and Code Enforcement activity.
What is the Certificate of Occupancy?
A Certificate of Occupancy is issued pursuant to a building permit for new construction, additions, and changes of occupancy after all the necessary construction has been approved by the inspector.
Is a plumbing permit required to replace my gas water heater in my single family dwelling unit?
Yes, unless the work is performed by a contractor that holds a valid Certificate of Registration from LADBS as a Certified Licensed Contractor (CLC).