Online Services
LAFD Brush Clearance Unit is responsible in ensuring that properties comply with the Fire Code relative to brush clearance and care. Citizens can find fire prevention policies and regulations, general and specific vegetation requirements, basic and detailed inspection process, brush clearance ... (see full description)
The Department of Building and Safety is responsible for investigating building, mechanical and zoning code violations on existing commercial buildings and single family dwellings. If you wish to file a complaint regarding potential code violations on a private property such as illegal construction, ... (see full description)
Provides employment and payroll verifications for employees within the Department of Building and Safety.
Results from a permit-related inspection can be obtained online via the Plan Check Inspection System (PCIS) or by calling the inspector named on the permit.
Refer to the Automated Inspection Request System (AIRS) Sequence Chart for problems or questions encountered while scheduling inspection through AIRS or Internet.
The Building and Safety Records Counter provides access to and copies of Building and Safety records. Visit our website to find out what years and types of records are available for all commercial and residential buildings. These public records are for viewing and/or copying except for Blueprint. ... (see full description)
The Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety is responsible for issuing construction permits such as building, plumbing, electrical, pressure vessel, elevator, heating, ventilating and air conditioning permits. A permit from the Department of Building and Safety is required for private property ... (see full description)
The Department of Building and Safety is responsible for construction permit inspections within the City of Los Angeles. Depending on the type of work being performed and the type of building, you may have one or multiple inspections. Inspectors will inspect different trades such as building, ... (see full description)
This handbook is a consolidation of all departmental clearances needed based on the type of project and its location. It provides plan checker engineers with the necessary information to properly refer permit applicants to the correct office for departmental clearance.
"Subject specialist/supervisors" can correct inaccurate information on permits (i.e. building type, missing address info, etc.)
