Custodian of Records

Anyone can initiate a request to Public Records. It may include a wide variety of documents and materials (including print, photographic, and electronic formats) that were created or obtained by the LADBS.

About the Program

The California State Legislature adopted the Public Records Act in 1968. It is designed to give the public access to information in the possession of public agencies. The Act also provides that public records shall be open for inspection during regular office hours of the agency. The public can inspect or receive a copy of any record unless the record is exempted from disclosure under the act.

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A Certificate of Occupancy is not required for a Tenant Improvement project unless the permit is for a Change of Use.

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A grading permit may be required depending on the scope of the project. Permits are almost always required in the Hillside Grading Area. Please contact the Grading Division.

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Any time you alter, repair, add, relocate, or modify existing electrical wiring, you will need an electrical permit. Refer to section 93.0201 for a list of exceptions.

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An elevator permit is not required for a car lift within an auto repair garage, as the Los Angeles City elevator code does not apply to car lifts per the City of Los Angeles Elevator Code Section 92.0103.

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An inspection card is not required for any Electrical or Mechanical permits.

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A recreation room and/or an Accessory Living Quarters are required to observe setbacks from the property line per Section 12.21.C.5 of L.A.M.C.

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Yes, if the installation involves a (1) communication circuit or class 2 signaling circuit over 30 volts or under 30 volts but more than 100 va, (2) amplifier circuits not using class 2 or 3 wiring, or (3) any circuit operating over 15 volts that control, generate, transmit, transform, or utilize more than 25 watts or va. See section 93.0202 for more details.

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A permit is not required for any type of fence under 3'6" in height.

A permit is required for a masonry or concrete fence over 3'6" in height, and for a fence of any other material over 10'0" in height. 

Please note that even though a permit may not be required, all fences must comply with the requirements of the LA Zoning Code.

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No, when done as part of the City's "Water Conservation Retrofit Program" pursuant to the City's Water Conservation regulations. 

However, a non owner-occupied single family dwelling requires a permit obtained by a licensed plumbing contractor.



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You will need a plan check when the scope of work involves items under code section 93.0206.

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