Elevator and Pressure Vessel Permits
Elevator and Pressure Vessel Permits are required for the installation or modification of any elevator, lift, dumbwaiter, or escalator.
About Elevator and Pressure Vessel Permits
Except for repairs, plans for installation or modification of any elevator, lift, dumbwaiter, and/or escalator shall be filed with and approved by the Department before any permit is issued, as part of an Elevator/Pressure Vessel Plan Check.
For more information on the Plan Check process, visit our Express Permit, Regular Plan Check and Counter Plan Check pages.
Additional Resources
- Code Amendment
- Forms & Applications
- Information Bulletins
- Requests for Modifications
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Asbestos Notification for Demolition / Alteration Permits
IB/P/BC 2026-067
- Effective
Rules and Regulations for Hillside Exploratory Work Rules
IB/P/BC 2026-068
- Effective
Reconstruction and Replacement of Earthquake Damaged Masonry Chimneys
IB/P/BC 2026-070
- Effective
Wall Anchorage to Flexible Diaphragms Revised Design Criteria
IB/P/BC 2026-071
- Effective
Policy for Stamped Plans by Engineer or Architect
IB/P/BC 2026-073
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Sound Insulation Requirements for Noise Sensitive Structures Near Los Angeles International Airport
IB/P/BC 2026-074
- Effective
Reduced Underfloor Clearance for Conversion of Attached Garage to Living Area
IB/P/BC 2026-075
- Effective
Summary of Accessibility Upgrades for Commercial Projects
IB/P/BC 2026-076
- Effective
Commercial Coaches or Modulars for Temporary Usage
IB/P/BC 2026-079
- Effective
Guidelines for Construction of Masonry or Concrete Fence Walls Which Do Not Require a Building Permit
IB/P/BC 2026-080
- Effective
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LAFD Requirement 96 Fire Department Reference - Requirements For Rooftop Photovoltaic (PV) Systems on One and Two Family Dwellings
Lamar Outdoor Advertising Inc List pursuant to their Legal Settlement Agreement
Filtered categories:
LAFD Requirement 96 Fire Department Reference - Requirements For Rooftop Photovoltaic (PV) Systems on One and Two Family Dwellings
Lamar Outdoor Advertising Inc List pursuant to their Legal Settlement Agreement