(Amended by Ord. No. 186,488, Eff. 12/27/19.)
99.04.106.2. Storm Water Drainage and Retention During Construction. Projects which disturb soil shall manage storm water drainage during construction. In order to manage storm water drainage during construction one or more of the following measures shall be implemented to prevent flooding of adjacent property, prevent erosion and retain soil runoff on the site:
1. Retention basins of sufficient size shall be utilized to retain storm water on the site;
2. Where storm water is conveyed to a public drainage system, collection point, gutter, or similar disposal method, water shall be filtered by use of a barrier system, wattle or other method approved by the Department; or
3. Compliance with City of Los Angeles’ storm water management ordinance(s).
99.04.106.4.2. New Multi-family Dwellings, Hotels and Motels and New Residential Parking Facilities. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) When parking is provided, parking spaces for new multi-family dwellings, hotels and motels shall meet the requirements of Sections 99.04.106.4.2.1 and 99.04.106.4.2.2. Calculations for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. A parking space served by electric vehicle supply equipment or designed as a future EV charging space shall count as at least one standard automobile parking space only for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum parking space requirements established by a local jurisdiction. See Vehicle Code Section 22511.2 for further details.
99.04.106.4.2.1. Multi-family Development Projects with less than 20 Dwelling Units; and Hotels and Motels with less than 20 Sleeping Units or Guest Rooms. (Added by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
1. EV Capable. Thirty percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site, provided for all types of parking facilities, shall be electric vehicle load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces. An automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as "EV CAPABLE" in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number equal to or greater than the required number of EV capable spaces.
2. When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number less than the required number of EV capable spaces, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed.
NOTES:
a. Construction documents are intended to demonstrate the project's capability and capacity for facilitating future EV charging and shall show locations of proposed EV spaces.
b. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
2. EV Ready. Twenty-five percent of the total number of parking spaces, but in no case less than one per multi-family dwelling unit, shall be equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles. For multi-family dwelling parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit. The number of EV Ready parking spaces may be counted toward the total number of EV Capable parking spaces required for the building per Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.1, Item 1.
EXCEPTION: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
99.04.106.4.2.2. Multi-family Development Projects with 20 or More Dwelling Units, Hotels and Motels with 20 or More Sleeping Units or Guest Rooms. (Added by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
1. EV Capable. Thirty percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site, provided for all types of parking facilities, shall be electric vehicle charging spaces (EV spaces) capable of supporting future Level 2 EVSE. Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces. An automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as "EV CAPABLE" in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
EXCEPTION: When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number greater than five (5) percent of parking spaces required by Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.2, Item 3, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed over the five (5) percent required.
NOTES:
a. Construction documents are intended to demonstrate the project's capability and capacity for facilitating future EV charging and shall show locations of proposed EV spaces.
b. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
2. EV Ready. Twenty-five percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles. For multi-family dwelling parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit. The number of EV Ready parking spaces may be counted toward the total number of EV Capable parking spaces required for the building per Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.2, Item 1.
EXCEPTION: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
3. EV Chargers. Ten percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with Level 2 EVSE. Where common use parking is provided, at least one EV charger shall be located in the common use parking area and shall be available for use by all residents or guests.
When low power Level 2 EV charging receptacles or Level 2 EVSE are installed beyond the minimum required, an automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to reduce the maximum required electrical capacity to each space served by the ALMS. The electrical system and any on-site distribution transformers shall have sufficient capacity to deliver at least 3.3 kW simultaneously to each EV charging station (EVCS) served by the ALMS. The branch circuit shall have a minimum capacity of 40 amperes and installed EVSE shall have a capacity of not less than 30 amperes. ALMS shall not be used to reduce the minimum required electrical capacity to the required EV capable spaces.
99.04.106.4.2.2.1. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS). (Added by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) Electric vehicle charging stations required by Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.1, Item 3, or LAMC Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.2, Item 3, shall comply with Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsection 99.04.106.4.2.3.
EXCEPTION: Electric vehicle charging stations serving public accommodations, public housing, motels, and hotels shall not be required to comply with this section. See California Building Code, Chapter 11B, for applicable requirements.
1. The charging space shall be located adjacent to an accessible parking space meeting the requirements of the California Building Code, Chapter 11A, to allow use of the EV charger from the accessible parking space.
2. The charging space shall be located on an accessible route, as defined in the California Building Code, Chapter 2, to the building.
EXCEPTION: Electric vehicle charging stations designed and constructed in compliance with the California Building Code, Chapter 11B, are not required to comply with Los Angeles Municipal Code Subsections 99.04.106.4.2.3.1.1 and 99.04.106.4.2.3.1.2, Item 3.
1. The minimum length of each EV space shall be 18 feet (5486 mm).
2. The minimum width of each EV space shall be 9 feet (2743 mm).
3. One in every 25 charging spaces, but not less than one, shall also have an 8-foot (2438 mm) wide minimum aisle. A 5-foot (1524 mm) wide minimum aisle shall be permitted provided the minimum width of the EV space is 12 feet (3658 mm).
a. Surface slope for this EV space and the aisle shall not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2.083 percent slope) in any direction.
99.04.106.4.2.2.1.3. Accessible EV Spaces. (Added by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) In addition to the requirements in Sections 4.106.4.2.3.1 and 4.106.4.2.3.2, all EVSE, when installed, shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B. EV ready spaces and EVCS in multi-family developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A.
1. Single EV Space Required. Install a listed raceway capable of accommodating a 208/240-volt dedicated branch circuit. The raceway shall not be less than trade size 1 (nominal 1-inch inside diameter). The raceway shall originate at the main service or subpanel and shall terminate into a listed cabinet, box or enclosure in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space. Construction documents shall identify the raceway termination point, receptacle or charger location, as applicable. The service panel and/or subpanel shall have a 40-ampere minimum dedicated branch circuit for EV chargers or a 20-ampere minimum dedicated branch circuit for EV Ready parking spaces, including branch circuit overcurrent protective device installed, or space(s) reserved to permit installation of a branch circuit overcurrent protective device.
EXCEPTION: A raceway is not required if a minimum 40-ampere 208/240-volt dedicated EV branch circuit is installed in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space, at the time of original construction in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
2. Multiple EV Spaces Required. Construction documents shall indicate the raceway termination point and the location of installed or future EV spaces, receptacles, or EV chargers. Construction documents shall also provide information on amperage of installed or future receptacles or EVSE, raceway method(s), wiring schematics and electrical load calculations. Plan design shall be based upon a 40-ampere minimum branch circuit. Required raceways and related components that are planned to be installed underground, enclosed, inaccessible, or in concealed areas and spaces shall be installed at the time of original construction.
EXCEPTION: A raceway is not required if a minimum 40-ampere 208/240-volt dedicated EV branch circuit is installed in close proximity to the location or the proposed location of the EV space at the time of original construction in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
99.04.106.4.2.5. Electric Vehicle Ready Space Signage. (Added by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) Electric vehicle ready spaces shall be identified by signage or pavement markings, in compliance with Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s).
99.04.106.5. Cool Roof for Reduction of Heat Island Effect. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,208, Eff. 11/5/21.) Roofing material shall comply with both LAMC Subsections 99.04.106.5.1 and 99.04.106.5.2, or comply with LAMC Subsection 99.04.106.5.3.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. Roof repair as defined in Section 100.1(b) of the California Energy Code; or
2. Roof replacement when the roof area being replaced is equal to or less than 50% of the total roof area; or
3. Roof replacement where solar systems are being installed; or
4. Additions resulting in less than 500 square feet of added roof area or less than 50% of the total roof area, whichever is greater; or
5. Roof construction that has a thermal mass over the roof membrane, including areas of vegetated (green) roofs, weighing at least 25 pounds per square foot.
99.04.106.5.1. Solar Reflectance. Roofing material shall have a minimum three-year aged solar reflectance equal to or greater than the values specified in LAMC Tables 99.04.106.5.1 and 99.04.106.5.2. Solar reflectance shall be determined by testing by an approved agency in accordance with ASTM C1549, ASTM E1918 or CRRC-1. Solar reflectance values shall be based on the aged reflectance value of the roofing product or the equation in California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) Section A4.106.5.1 if aged solar reflectance values are not available. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,208, Eff. 11/5/21.)
99.04.106.5.2. Thermal Emittance. Roofing materials shall have an emittance value equal to or greater than those specified in LAMC Tables 99.04.106.5.1 and 99.04.106.5.2. Thermal emittance shall be determined by testing by an approved agency in accordance with ASTM C1371, ASTM E408 or CRRC-1. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,208, Eff. 11/5/21.)
99.04.106.5.3. Solar Reflectance Index. Roofing materials shall have a three-year aged Solar Reflectance Index equal to or greater than those specified in LAMC Tables 99.04.106.5.1 and 99.04.106.5.2. Aged Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) may be calculated using the SRI Calculation Worksheet (SRI-WS) developed by the California Energy Commission or in compliance with ASTM E1980-01 as specified in the 2019 California Energy Code. Solar reflectance values used in the SRI-WS shall be based on the aged reflectance value of the roofing product. Certified thermal emittance used in the SRI-WS may be either the initial value or the aged value listed by the Cool Roof Rating Council. (Amended by Ord. No. 187,208, Eff. 11/5/21.)
ROOF SLOPE | MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE | THERMAL EMITTANCE | 3 YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE INDEX (SRI) |
≤ 2:12
| 0.65
| 0.85
| 78
|
> 2:12
| 0.25
| 0.85
| 20 |
ROOF SLOPE | MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE | THERMAL EMITTANCE | 3 YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE INDEX (SRI) |
≤ 2:12
| 0.65
| 0.75
| 78
|
> 2:12
| 0.25
| 0.75
| 20 |
99.04.106.7. Reduction of Heat Island Effect for Nonroof Areas [N]. Reduce nonroof heat islands for 50% of pathways patios, driveways or other paved areas by using one or more of the methods listed.
1. Use trees or other plantings to provide shade and that mature within 15 years of planting. Trees shall be suitable in mature size and environmental requirements for the site. Tree selection and placement shall consider location and size of areas to be shaded, location of utilities, views from the structure, distance to sidewalks and foundations, overhangs onto adjacent properties and streets; other infrastructure and adjacent to landscaping. In addition, shading shall not cast a shadow, as specified, on any neighboring solar collectors pursuant to California Public Resources Code Section 25981, et seq. (Solar Shade Control Act);
2. Use high albedo materials with an initial solar reflectance value of at least .30 as determined in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards E1918 or C1549;
3. Use open grid pavement system or pervious or permeable pavement system;
4. Use solar panel arrays to create a canopy shade system; or
5. Other methods of reducing heat island effects acceptable to the Department.
EXCEPTIONS:
1. Application for a building permit is submitted, accepted by the Department of Building and Safety, and building permit application fees are paid prior to April 1, 2023.
2. Application for a building permit for an Affordable Housing Project, as defined in the Mayor's Executive Directive 1.3, is submitted, accepted by the Department of Building and Safety, and building permit application fees are paid prior to June 1, 2023.
3. Attached accessory dwelling units using existing gas piping systems in conjunction with the primary dwelling.
4. Cooking equipment contained within kitchens located in a public use area, as defined in the California Building Code Chapter 2, such as restaurants, commissaries, cafeterias, and community kitchens provided the electrical infrastructure is installed in accordance with Section 99.04.106.8.1.
5. Gas-powered emergency life-safety systems, including emergency backup.
99.04.106.8.1. Requirements for Combustion Equipment. (Added by Ord. No. 187,714, Eff. 1/23/23.) Where required by Section 99.04.106.8, the electrical infrastructure shall be installed to accommodate the future installation of an electrical heating or cooking appliance/equipment in the following ways:
1. Branch circuit wiring, electrically isolated and designed to serve all electrical heating and cooking appliances in accordance with manufacturer requirements and the California Electrical Code, including the appropriate voltage, phase, minimum amperage, and an electrical receptacle or junction box within 5 feet of the appliance that is accessible with no obstructions. Appropriately sized conduit may be installed in lieu of conductors; and
2. Labeling of both ends of the unused conductors or conduit shall be with "For Future Electrical Appliance/Equipment"; and
3. Reserved circuit breakers in the electrical panel for each branch circuit, appropriately labeled (e.g., "Reserved for Future Electric Range/Equipment"), and positioned on the opposite end of the panel supply conductor connection; and
4. Connected subpanels, panelboards, switchboards, busbars, and transformers shall be sized to serve the future electrical heating appliances and equipment. The electrical capacity requirements shall be adjusted for demand factors in accordance with the California Electric Code.