Build-out and occupancy permits in Los Angeles
Plan review, building and occupancy approvals for the space.
Food facility plan check
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Environmental HealthLos Angeles County
Submit plans before building out; approval comes before the public health permit.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
- Takes
- Plan review within 20 working days.
Building permit and Certificate of Occupancy
Los Angeles Department of Building and SafetyCity of Los Angeles
Tenant improvements and changes of use go through plan check; a new use gets a new Certificate of Occupancy.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
- Takes
- Plans are returned within weeks, depending on workload.
Fire permits for high-piled storage and hazardous materials
Los Angeles Fire Department, Fire Prevention BureauCity of Los Angeles
Needed when storage or batteries cross fire code thresholds; inspected before issue.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
- Renews
- Every year.
Guides for each business in Los Angeles
Agency requirements change. Check each agency's page before you file.
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This guide covers the city. Your exact address decides the county, the health district and the zoning. Placetta maps every filing for it, fills the official forms from your details, adds the deadlines and puts them up for your approval.
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