Building Research Section (BRS)

The BRS approves alternate building materials or products that are at least equivalent to the materials prescribed in the code in terms of quality, effective time period of fire resistance, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.

LA Research Reports (LARR)

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Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).

The Building Research Section is located at our Metro location (201 N Figueroa St, Rm 880, Los Angeles, CA 90012)

LA Research Reports (LARR)

LADBS approves alternate building materials or products that are at least equivalent to the materials prescribed in the code in terms of quality, effective time period of fire resistance, strength, effectiveness, durability and safety.

Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).

 

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Yes. In all cases, you are required to provide the equipment for evaluation.

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The Temporary Special Event (TSE) permit must be obtained then contact the Fire Department.

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Original documents are required. Copies may be accepted under special circumstances.

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Yes, each complaint will be kept confidential.

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Yes, the clerical staff will mail it out once the inspector issues and turn it in for filing.

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No, but there may be a fire inspector present.

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List of EPA Certified Wood Heaters
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List of Recognized Electrical Testing Laboratories for Field Testing of Electrical Equipment
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List of Recognized Electrical Testing Laboratories for Listing of Electrical Equipment
View Download Mark as Favorite
Location of Elevator Controllers
IB/P/EV 2011-002 - Effective
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance Affidavit for Sump Pump with Natural Gas Back-up Generator
PC/GRAD/Aff09-2015
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance of ___________
PC/GRAD/Aff8-2016
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance of Approved Building Plans
IB/P/BC 2023-063 - Effective
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance of Building (Graffiti Removal) (for 2011 Codes)
PC/STR/Aff42-2009
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance of Buildings in Areas Subject to Surface Fault Rupture and or Severe Ground Shaking (for 2011 Codes)
PC/GRAD/Aff07-2009
View Download Mark as Favorite
Maintenance of Building (Vehicle Life System - 2 Levels) (for 2011 Codes)
PC/STR/Aff43-2012
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