Permitting in LA County: What Homeowners Need to Know
HANNAH A · July 20 2025
Start with Zoning and Jurisdiction
Not all areas in LA County follow the same rules. Some projects fall under the City of Los Angeles, while others fall into County jurisdiction or nearby incorporated cities like Glendale or Pasadena. Each has its own planning departments and review timelines. Knowing where your property falls determines how your permits are submitted, who reviews them, and what standards you’ll need to meet.
Our team confirms jurisdiction early on—because the difference between submitting plans to the City of LA’s building department versus the County’s electronic system can significantly impact your timeline.
Prepare Plans That Meet Code
Once we determine where your permits will be submitted, our architects and engineers create a full construction plan set that aligns with local building codes and planning requirements. That includes everything from structural engineering and Title 24 energy compliance to site drainage, grading, and fire safety.
Especially in LA’s hillside or high-fire zones, these requirements can be extensive, but our team is experienced in navigating them all.
Online Submittals, Reviews, and Corrections
In LA, most permitting is now digital—either through the City of LA’s online plan check system or the County’s EPIC-LA portal. Once submitted, the plans go through multiple rounds of review: Planning, Building & Safety, Public Works, sometimes even Fire and Sanitation.
It’s common to receive correction notices after the first review. We take care of all responses, revisions, and re-submittals on your behalf, saving you the back-and-forth and keeping your project moving forward.
Inspections and Final Approval
After permits are issued, inspections are scheduled at key stages—foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, and final. Our project managers coordinate with inspectors and ensure each milestone is cleared before we proceed to the next phase of construction.
We Handle It So You Don’t Have To
Permitting in LA can take weeks—or months—without a proactive team managing the process. At ENE Builders, we know who to call, how to expedite where possible, and how to solve problems before they become roadblocks.
Whether you’re building a new home in the Hollywood Hills, updating a Spanish-style residence in Glendale, or starting fresh in Newport Beach, our permitting team handles it all so you can focus on your vision—not the paperwork.
Contact us today for a consultation and let us show you how we can transform your vision into a space you will love.
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