Closure Any Property For Addition In Fairfax
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Permits are required for the construction of a new building, shed, deck, additions, or renovations to existing structures.
On a single-family house, most routine work does not require a permit. You can: Paint, add or replace carpet, tile or hardwood floors, replace cabinets, and even replace paneling and drywall without a permit. Replace your windows and doors, as long as you don't change the size of the opening in the wall.
A freestanding accessory structure that is between 8.5 feet and 12 feet in height may be located as close as five feet to any side or rear lot line.
Building and trade permits are required for interior alteration, including but not limited to kitchen and bath remodeling, wall or partition removal, alteration or installation. When an alteration/renovation permit does not involve structural changes, it may be processed through our walk-through program.
Permits are typically required for the following projects: alterations to existing commercial structures; commercial structures; carport enclosures; decks; demolition; electrical systems; finished basements; garages and sheds; HVAC systems; mobile homes; plumbing systems; pools, spas and hot tubs; renovations; ...
In the City of Los Angeles, if the size of floor space exceeds 120 sq. ft. or the structure is over 12 feet in height, you need a permit. Any electrical work will require an electrical permit.
Detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses or similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 256 square feet and is not more than one story, (under 18” floor height, under 10' eave height above grade.)
A shed under 256 square feet does not require a zoning permit and property setbacks range from 3' to 5' depending on the lot.
C. Any person convicted of a violation of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by confinement in jail for not more than 12 months and a fine of not less than $500 or more than $2,500, either or both.
