For single-family residential properties, fences are generally limited to three (3) feet in height in the required front yard or street. Behind the required front yards and corner street side yards, fences are generally limited to six (6) feet in height with one (1) foot of open/non-solid lattice material on top.
The time it takes to get a building permit to construct an apartment building in Los Angeles can vary depending on a number of factors. The permitting process can take anywhere from several months to over 1 year.
Non structural items like painting or floors, light fixtures, landscaping do not need permits. You can even add a wall or new cabinets without a permit as long as it is not structural. It's funny you can fix your roof without a permit but if you put a new roof on you need a permit.
Per the California Residential Code detached accessory structure not exceeding 120 square feet does not require a building permit if there is no plumbing, electrical, and or mechanical equipment. Please note, Sheds and/or Structures under 120 square feet do require a Planning Permit.
General. All construction activity, from initial site grading to interior improvements, alterations and most repairs requires a building permit unless the work is specifically exempted by the California Building Code appendix Chapter 1 and Chapter 7 of the Sonoma County Code.
Projects that DO NOT need a building permit are simple surface (cosmetic) projects; minor repairs and replacements; and minor site improvements or small structures.
All construction activity, from initial site grading to interior improvements, alterations and most repairs requires a building permit unless the work is specifically exempted by the California Building Code appendix Chapter 1 and Chapter 7 of the Sonoma County Code.
Application for a permit may be made at the public Permit Services counter in the One Stop Shop. You may also need to submit construction drawings for plan check review that detail your proposed improvements.
Generally, the state of California will require the following components before applying for a building permit: Professionally drawn blueprint. Site plan. Floor Plan. Foundation Plan. Soil Inspection and Land Survey. Architect License (Required for homes over 3,000 sq ft. Engineering License Stamp.