Please see Information Bulletin P/BC 2026-057 for details. 

A grading pre-inspection (GPI) can be applied for at the construction services center.

A building plan checker reviews most grading plans. The grading plan checker will review grading plans for grading work in conjunction with an approved subdivision map or to issue grading permits to correct a hazardous soil condition per LABC 7005.7.

A grading bond is required for projects with over 250 CY of cut or fill in a Hillside Grading Area.

A geology report is needed for development within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone or a Preliminary Fault Rupture Study Area or for new onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS).A combined report is needed for projects in a Hillside Grading Area or where bedrock is encountered in addition to the requirements for a soils report.

Land designated as “Hillside Area” on the Department of City Planning Hillside Area Map (12.21A.17), which can be viewed on NavigateLA. The area where construction projects are subject to the “Baseline Hillside Ordinance."

Lands identified to be located within a Hillside Area based on the latest BOE Basic Grid Map A-13372, per Section 91.7003 of the Building Code. This map is on file in the official City documents located in the Office of the City Clerk in the Council File No. 121222 Sup. #1. An area where grading is only allowed in conjunction with an approved subdivision, a building permit or where the site has already been developed with an existing main building. Other requirements for grading also apply, including haul routes, postings, etc.

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

Contact the Training and Emergency Management Division (TEMD) at 311 or (213) 482-6788.

Please see Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-060 for a detailed explanation.