Several options are available. Talk to your Inspector to determine the best option for your particular situation.

There could be many reasons why you received an Order To Comply. Do not dismiss it as an error. 

Contact the issuing Inspector so the necessary corrections can be completed, if needed. This helps avoid future fees and enforcement.

Contact your consultant to provide a formal itemized response to the Department correction letter. Note: Additional Department fees are required for review.

Submit proof of previous retrofit, plans to retrofit, or plans to demolish to the Department of Building and Safety. Plans and calculations will be checked for compliance with the retrofit ordinance. LADBS will provide guidance for all necessary steps to obtain the retrofit permit, which includes obtaining clearances from all pertinent agencies.

Submit proof of previous retrofit, plans to retrofit, or plans to demolish to the Department of Building and Safety. Plans and calculations will be checked for compliance with the retrofit ordinance. LADBS will provide guidance for all necessary steps to obtain the retrofit permit, which includes obtaining clearances from all pertinent agencies.

Call the Inspector immediately to schedule an inspection to avoid any non-compliance fees.

The letter is sent out as a reminder that the recipient of the order is required to comply with the violations, and to call the Inspector for an inspection before the compliance date on the letter. 

If you can not comply by the date, call the Inspector for further options specific to your situation.

At the time of inspection, make sure the following are available on-site: 

• A copy of the permit
• Approved plans if plan review was required
• The Building Card issued at the time of permit issuance (this is applicable to Building Permits only)
•  Any equipment needed to do the inspection, such as a ladder.

You will need approval from the Department of City Planning Office of Historic Resources.

A plot plan showing the location of each building to be demolished. Specify the number of the story(s), the use, the floor area, and the distance of each building from the property lines. See the Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-039 for more information.