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CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS AND ZONING
CHAPTER 1A CITY OF LOS ANGELES ZONING CODE
CHAPTER II* LICENSES, PERMITS, BUSINESS REGULATIONS
CHAPTER III PUBLIC HEALTH CODE
CHAPTER IV PUBLIC WELFARE
CHAPTER V PUBLIC SAFETY AND PROTECTION
CHAPTER VI PUBLIC WORKS AND PROPERTY
CHAPTER VII TRANSPORTATION
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CHAPTER IX BUILDING REGULATIONS
ARTICLE 1 BUILDINGS [BUILDING CODE]
DIVISION 1 ADMINISTRATION
DIVISION 2 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS
DIVISION 3 USE OR OCCUPANCY
DIVISION 4 SPECIAL USE AND OCCUPANCY
DIVISION 5 GENERAL BUILDING HEIGHTS AND AREAS
DIVISION 6 TYPES OF CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 7 FIRE-RESISTANT MATERIALS AND CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 8 INTERIOR FINISHES
DIVISION 9 FIRE-PROTECTION SYSTEMS
DIVISION 10 MEANS OF EGRESS
DIVISION 11 ACCESSIBILITY
DIVISION 12 INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT
DIVISION 13 ENERGY CONSERVATION
DIVISION 14 EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS
DIVISION 15 ROOFS AND ROOF STRUCTURES
DIVISION 16 STRUCTURAL DESIGN
DIVISION 17 STRUCTURAL TESTS AND SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
DIVISION 18 SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS
DIVISION 19 CONCRETE
DIVISION 20 ALUMINUM
DIVISION 21 MASONRY
DIVISION 22 STEEL
DIVISION 23 WOOD
DIVISION 24 GLASS AND GLAZING
DIVISION 25 GYPSUM BOARD AND PLASTER
DIVISION 26 PLASTIC
DIVISION 27 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
DIVISION 28 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
DIVISION 29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS
DIVISION 30 ELEVATORS AND CONVEYING SYSTEMS
DIVISION 31 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 32 ENCROACHMENTS INTO THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
DIVISION 33 SAFEGUARDS DURING CONSTRUCTION
DIVISION 34 EXISTING STRUCTURES
DIVISION 35 REFERENCED STANDARDS
DIVISION 61 SPECIAL HAZARD AREAS
DIVISION 62 SIGNS
DIVISION 63 ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS FOR SPECIFIC USES
DIVISION 67 SECURITY PROVISIONS
DIVISION 70 GRADING, EXCAVATIONS AND FILLS
DIVISION 71 METHANE SEEPAGE REGULATIONS
DIVISION 72 FIRE DISTRICT REGULATIONS
DIVISION 81 EXISTING BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
DIVISION 82 CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY, USE AND RATING CLASSIFICATION
DIVISION 83 RELOCATION PERMIT
DIVISION 85 ALTERNATIVE BUILDING STANDARDS FOR JOINT LIVING AND WORK QUARTERS
DIVISION 86 SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
DIVISION 88 EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING BUILDINGS
DIVISION 89 ABATEMENT OF BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES, PREMISES AND PORTIONS THEREOF WHICH CONSTITUTE A NUISANCE OR ARE HAZARDOUS, OR SUBSTANDARD
DIVISION 90 NUISANCE ABATEMENT AND DISCONTINUANCE OF LAND USE AND DISCRETIONARY ZONING APPROVALS; RELOCATION ASSISTANCE; ENFORCEMENT
DIVISION 91 EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING TILT-UP CONCRETE WALL BUILDINGS
DIVISION 92 VOLUNTARY - EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING WOOD FRAME RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS WITH WEAK CRIPPLE WALLS AND UNBOLTED SILL PLATES
DIVISION 93 MANDATORY EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING WOOD-FRAME BUILDINGS WITH SOFT, WEAK OR OPEN-FRONT WALLS
DIVISION 94 VOLUNTARY - EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING HILLSIDE BUILDINGS
DIVISION 95 MANDATORY EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING NON-DUCTILE CONCRETE BUILDINGS
DIVISION 96 VOLUNTARY - EARTHQUAKE HAZARD REDUCTION IN EXISTING REINFORCED CONCRETE AND REINFORCED MASONRY WALL BUILDINGS WITH FLEXIBLE DIAPHRAGMS
DIVISION 97 EXISTING BUILDINGS ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY PROGRAM
ARTICLE 1.2 EXISTING BUILDING CODE
ARTICLE 1.5 LOS ANGELES RESIDENTIAL CODE
ARTICLE 2 ELEVATOR CODE
ARTICLE 3 ELECTRICAL CODE
ARTICLE 4 PLUMBING CODE
ARTICLE 5 MECHANICAL CODE
ARTICLE 6 MISCELLANEOUS
ARTICLE 7 BOILERS, UNFIRED PRESSURE VESSELS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
ARTICLE 8 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
ARTICLE 9 GREEN BUILDING CODE
CHAPTER X BUSINESS REGULATIONS
CHAPTER XI NOISE REGULATION
CHAPTER XII THE WATER CONSERVATION PLAN OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES
CHAPTER XIII THE EMERGENCY ENERGY CURTAILMENT PLAN OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES
CHAPTER XV RENT STABILIZATION ORDINANCE
CHAPTER XVI HOUSING REGULATIONS
CHAPTER XVII RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE USE OF THE LOS ANGELES AIRPORTS
CHAPTER XVIII EMPLOYEE WAGES AND PROTECTIONS
CHAPTER XIX ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
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SEC. 91.1706. DESIGN STRENGTHS OF MATERIALS.
   (Added by Ord. No. 182,850, Eff. 1/3/14.)
 
   Section 1706 of the CBC is adopted by reference, except Section 1706.1 of the CBC is not adopted; and, in lieu, LAMC Subsection 91.1706.1 is added. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)
 
91.1706.1. Conformance to Standards. The design strengths and permissible stresses of any structural material that are identified by a manufacturer's designation as to manufacture and grade by mill tests, or the strength and stress grade is otherwise confirmed to the satisfaction of the Superintendent of Building shall conform to the specifications and methods of design of accepted engineering practice or the approved rules in the absence of applicable standards.
 
 
SEC. 91.1710. CERTIFIED SECURITY BAR INSTALLER.
   (Amended by Ord. No. 184,692, Eff. 12/30/16.)
 
91.1710.1. General. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) A certified security bar installer may certify to the Department that any bars, grilles, grates, security roll-down shutters, or similar devices installed on required emergency escape windows or doors meet the requirements of LAMC Subsection 91.6304.3.
 
   The Department may allow the use of a certified installer if:
 
   1.   The certified installer obtains a Certificate of Registration in accordance with the provisions of this section.
 
   2.   The certified installer files with the Department a Certificate of Compliance for each dwelling unit for which certification is being made. The Certificate of Compliance shall be on a form provided by the Department and shall be signed by the property owner and the certified installer.
 
   3.   The Certificate of Compliance processing fee is paid in accordance with LAMC Subsection 91.107.7.
 
   4.   The certified installer files the Certificate of Compliance with the Department within 15 days after completion of the installation.
 
91.1710.2. Registration. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) A certified installer shall obtain a Certificate of Registration from the Department.
 
91.1710.3. Application.
 
91.1710.3.1. Forms. Application for a certified security bar installer Certificate of Registration shall be made on a form furnished by the Department.
 
91.1710.3.2. Information Necessary. The application shall bear the name and address of the applicant and, if a firm, partnership or corporation, the names of the principal officers. The application shall carry other information deemed necessary by the Department.
 
91.1710.3.3. Verification. The applicant shall declare that the information contained in the application is true and correct.
 
91.1710.3.4. Fees. The application shall be accompanied by an examination fee of $125.00.
 
91.1710.4. Examination.
 
91.1710.4.1. Examination Required. Before any person shall be issued a Certificate of Registration, the applicant, who must be an officer in the case of a firm, partnership or corporation, shall have successfully passed the examination required for the issuance of the certificate within ninety (90) days preceding the date of the issuance.
 
91.1710.4.2. Experience Required. To be eligible for the examination for a Registration Certificate, the applicant shall have a valid California State Contractor's License in an appropriate specialty and a valid City Business Tax Certificate.
 
91.1710.4.3. Board of Examiners. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) The Superintendent of Building or a Board of Examiners composed of qualified person(s) appointed by the Superintendent of Building shall conduct examinations.
 
   The results of every examination shall be subject to the approval of the Superintendent.
 
   Each examiner shall serve at the pleasure of the Superintendent of Building and shall serve for a period of one year unless reappointed by the Superintendent of Building.
 
91.1710.4.4. Scope of Examination. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)  The examination shall, in the judgment of the Board of Examiners, fairly determine the ability of the applicant to properly perform the work, which the applicant would be authorized to do by the certificate requested, and may include the following:
 
   1.   A written test.
 
   2.   Practical tests as may be required.
 
   3.   An oral interview as may be required.
 
   4.   Other tests as may be required by the Board of Examiners.
 
91.1710.4.5. Time of Examination. The applicant shall be examined as soon as practicable after filing an application.
 
91.1710.4.6. Rules and Regulations. The Department shall have the authority to establish rules and regulations for the conduct of examinations.
 
91.1710.4.7. Fitness of Applicant.  Any applicant for a certificate may be required to submit satisfactory proof of the applicant’s fitness to carry out the intent of this Code.
 
91.1710.4.8. Failure to Pass. Every applicant who fails to pass an examination shall not be eligible for another examination until four (4) weeks after taking the previous examination. Any applicant who fails to pass on the third try shall not be eligible again until six (6) months after taking the previous examination.
 
91.1710.5. Issuance of Certificates.
 
91.1710.5.1. Upon the payment of a $90 fee, the Department may issue a Certificate of Registration to every applicant who passes the required examination for a certified security bar installer.
 
91.1710.5.2. Renewal of Certificates. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) Expired certificates may be renewed at any time within twelve (12) months following the date of expiration. However, after the first month, the renewal fee shall be increased by 10% for each subsequent month. After a certificate has been expired for one year, it may not be renewed; however, an applicant may apply for a new certificate at that time.
 
91.1710.6. Exhibition of Certificate.
 
91.1710.6.1.  Every person having a fixed place of business shall keep their Certificate of Registration posted in some conspicuous location at their place of business during the time the certificate is in force.
 
91.1710.6.2.  Every person not having a fixed place of business shall carry their Certificate of Registration with them at all times while doing any work pursuant to this certificate.
 
91.1710.7. Revocation of Certificate. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) Any certificate may be suspended or revoked in accordance with the provisions of Article 8, Chapter IX of the LAMC.
 
91.1710.8. Transfer of Certificate. No certificate shall be transferable. A Certificate of Registration issued to a firm, partnership or corporation may not be transferred. The dissolution of a firm, partnership or corporation renders the certificate void.
 
 
SEC. 91.1711. PREFABRICATED CONSTRUCTION.
   (Amended by Ord. No. 184,692, Eff. 12/30/16.)
 
91.1711.1. General.
 
91.1711.1.1. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to regulate materials and establish methods of safe construction where any structure or portion of the structure is wholly or partially prefabricated.
 
91.1711.1.2. Scope. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) Unless otherwise specifically stated in this section, all prefabricated construction and all materials used in the construction shall conform to all the requirements of this Code. (See LAMC Subdivision 91.104.2.6.)
 
91.1711.1.3. Definition. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)
 
   PREFABRICATED ASSEMBLY. A structural unit, the integral parts of which have been built up or assembled prior to incorporation in the building.
 
91.1711.2. Tests of Materials. Every approval of a material not specifically mentioned in this Code shall incorporate as a proviso, the kind and number of tests to be made during prefabrication.
 
91.1711.3. Tests of Assemblies. The Superintendent of Building may require special tests to be made on assemblies to determine their durability and weather resistance.
 
91.1711.4. Connections. See CBC Section 1611.11.1 for design requirements of connections for prefabricated assemblies.
 
91.1711.5. Pipes and Conduits. See CBC Section 1611.11.2 for design requirements for removal of material for pipes, conduits and other equipment.
 
91.1711.6. Certificate and Inspection.
 
91.1711.6.1. Materials. Materials and the assembly of materials shall be inspected to determine compliance with this Code. Every material shall be graded, marked or labeled where required elsewhere in this Code.
 
91.1711.6.2. Certificate. A Certificate of Approval shall be furnished with every prefabricated assembly, except where the assembly is readily accessible to inspection at the site. The Certificate of Approval shall certify that the assembly in question has been inspected and meets all the requirements of this Code. When mechanical equipment is installed so that it cannot be inspected at the site, the Certificate of Approval shall certify that the equipment complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
 
91.1711.6.3. Certifying Agency. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) To be acceptable under this Code, every Certificate of Approval shall be made by an approved testing agency.
 
91.1711.6.4. Field Erection. Placement of prefabricated assemblies at the building site shall be inspected by the Department to determine compliance with this Code.
 
91.1711.6.5. Continuous Inspection. If continuous inspection is required for certain materials where construction takes place on the site, it shall also be required where the same materials are used in prefabricated construction.
 
   EXCEPTION: Continuous inspection will not be required during prefabrication if the approved testing agency certifies to the construction and furnishes evidence of compliance. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)
 
 
 
DIVISION 18
SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS
 
(Title and Division Amended by Ord. No. 179,324, Eff. 12/10/07, Oper. 1/1/08.)
 
 
Section
91.1800   Basic Provisions.
91.1801   General.
91.1802   Design Basis.
91.1803   Geotechnical Investigation.
91.1804   Excavation, Grading and Fill.
91.1805   Dampproofing and Waterproofing.
91.1806   Presumptive Load Bearing Values of Soils.
91.1807   Foundation Walls, Retaining Walls, and Embedded Post and Poles.
91.1808   Foundations.
91.1809   Shallow Foundations.
91.1810   Deep Foundations.
 
 
SEC. 91.1800. BASIC PROVISIONS.
 
   Chapter 18 of the CBC is adopted by reference with the following exceptions, modifications and additions:
 
 
SEC. 91.1801. GENERAL.
   (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)
 
   Section 1801 of the CBC is adopted by reference, except Section 1801.1 of the CBC is not adopted; and, in lieu, LAMC Subsection 91.1801.1 is added.
 
91.1801.1. Scope. The provisions of this division shall apply to building and foundation systems in those areas not subject to scour or water pressure by wind and wave action. Buildings and foundations subject to those scour or water pressure loads shall be designed in accordance with Division 16, Article 1, Chapter IX of the LAMC.
 
   Requirements governing grading and earthwork construction, including excavation and fills, are set forth in Division 70, Article 1, Chapter IX of the LAMC.
 
   Hillside buildings (buildings constructed on slopes steeper than 1 unit vertical in 3 units horizontal [33.3%] slope) shall comply with LAMC Subsection 91.1613.9 (seismic design provisions for hillside buildings) and this division.
 
 
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