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What is the difference between a Modification and a Variance?

A modification is issued/processed by LADBS. A variance is handled by the Department of City Planning, when a project is not a by-right project.

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Supplemental Plan Check List for Prestress Concrete (2014 LABC)

PC/STR/Corr.Lst.043-2014

What projections are allowed to the building’s footprint and height and still be considered as an Eligible Project?

Eaves: Project into the required side yard not more than 4 inches for each foot of width of such side yard, provided the width of the side yard is not reduced to less than 30 inches. Project into the required front and rear yards not more than 30 inches.

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General Notes for Single-Family Dwelling

IB/P/GI 2020-022

Where can I find my sewer connection?

Please contact the Public Works Department.

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Uncertified Fill Underground Structures

PC/GRAD/Aff4-2016

Guardrail Requirements Adjacent to Openable Windows

IB/P/BC 2023-105

Effective Date: 2023-01-01

Does electrical equipment require approval by the City of Los Angeles Building and Safety Electrical Testing Laboratory (LADBS-ETL)?

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2014 L.A. Amendment to CA Elevator Code

Ord. No.182846

How can I report an unpermitted grading/construction?

Online at our website or call 311.

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What type of permit is required?

A permit is required for Demolition, New Building, Addition, and Alteration.

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Residential Mandatory Measures for Additions and Alterations

PC/GRN/Corr.Lst.03-2026

Effective Date: 2016-06-06

Supplemental Correction Sheet for Solar Photovoltaic Systems (ELEC)

PC/ELEC/Corr.Lst.08-2016

How do I pay for an off-hour inspection?

Off-hour inspections can only be paid through the LADBS website.

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Can I rebuild my attached or detached garage? Does it count as part of my 110%?

Yes you can rebuild your attached or detached garage as part of a like-for-like+10% project. Each detached structure will be evaluated individually for conformance with like-for-like requirements.

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Los Angeles City Research Reports are allowed to be based on an Evaluation Report from a Nationally Recognized Model Code Agency. Who are Nationally Recognized Model Code Agencies currently accepted by LADBS Building Research Section?

Section III of Alternate Building Materials Products Approval Req

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Guidelines For Approval As Fabricator

IB/P/BC 2023-042

Effective Date: 2023-01-01

YD Group - ADU75

Fire Pump Room Pre-Test Clearance and Report

IN/Form042-2016

DIRECTRICES PARA VERIFICACIÓN DE PLANOS Y REQUISITOS PARA EMISIÓN DE PERMISOS PARA SISTEMAS DE ENERGÍA SOLAR

IB/P/GI 2014-027 Guidelines for Plan Check and Permit Requirements for Solar Energy Devices

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