Electrical Test Lab (ETL)
The ETL evaluates electrical equipment for safety, fire and shock hazards and personnel injuries in accordance with the current applicable codes and standards. Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).
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ETL
Electrical Testing Laboratory
Address: 221 N. Figueroa St. Room 500, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 482-6721 Fax: (213) 482-6554
Engineer: Antonio Maldonado
Email: antonio.maldonado@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-7382
Engineer: Isaac Almaraz
Email: isaac.almaraz@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0035
Engineer: Stephanie Lopez
Email: stephanie.j.lopez@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0068
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No, plan check is not required for ductless window units.
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Plumbing plan check is required only for swimming pools installed in apartment buildings or commercial building and it is not required for single family dwelling units.
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No, an agent, homeowner, engineer, contractor or architect can submit an application.
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Yes, all the required affidavits need to be recorded with LA County Records office. The affidavit shall be signed by the plan check staff assigned to your project before it is recorded.
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Yes. Please visit our Online Permit webpage to register.
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Yes, a separation of 10 feet is required per Section 12.21.C.5 of L.A.M.C.
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Yes, a Lot Tie affidavit will be required to create one lot in order to build a building over two lots. The lots shall be owned by the same owner in order to be tied together.
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Yes, DA seating is required for each functional area.
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No, provided the equipment or fixture is listed by an approved listing agency to meet the applicable standards listed in the code.
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Disabled access requirements apply to both temporary and permanent structures.
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