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Matrix 1A - Index by Category and Numerical Order
Matrix 1B - Index by Key Words, Alphabetical Order
Matrix 2 - Cross Reference Index to the Previously Issued Public Information
Matrix 3 - Obsolete Rules of General Application (RGA) and Memorandums of General Distribution (MGD) Index
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General Information
P/GI 2008-001	Notice to Contractors - Insurance and License Requirements
P/GI 2002-001	Notice to Contractors - Insurance and License Requirements
P/GI 2002-002	Regulations Applicable When a Building Permit is Issued to Alter, Repair or Add to an Existing Building or the Building is Sold
P/GI 2008-003	Express Permits (No Plan Check Required)
P/GI 2002-003	Express Permits (No Plan Check Required)
P/GI 2002-004	Document Submittal Requirements for a Food Establishment
P/GI 2008-005	Requirements to Change the Use of a Building to a Food Establishment
P/GI 2002-005	Requirements to Change the Use of a Building to a Food Establishment
P/GI 2008-006	Document Submittal Requirements for Tenant Improvement, Addition, or Alteration to an Existing Commercial/Industrial Building
P/GI 2002-006	Document Submittal Requirements for Tenant Improvement, Addition, or Alteration to an Existing Commercial/Industrial Building
P/GI 2008-007	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Multi-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2002-007	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Multi-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2008-008	Document Submittal Requirements for an Alteration or Addition to an Existing Single-Family Dwelling or Multi-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2002-008	Document Submittal Requirements for an Alteration or Addition to an Existing Single-Family Dwelling or Multi-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2008-009	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Single-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2002-009	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Single-Family Dwelling
P/GI 2008-010	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Commercial/Industrial Building
P/GI 2002-010	Document Submittal Requirements for a New Commercial/Industrial Building
P/GI 2008-011	Qualification Criteria for Building (1) Counter Plan Check (2) Appointment Plan Check & (3) Regular Plan Check
P/GI 2002-011	Qualification Criteria for Building (1) Counter Plan Check (2) Appointment Plan Check & (3) Regular Plan Check
P/GI 2005-012	Qualification Criteria for Electrical Counter Plan Check and Regular Plan Check
P/GI 2002-013	Qualification Criteria for Mechanical (1) Counter Plan Checks (2) Regular Plan Checks
P/GI 2008-015	General Engineering Contractors and Demolitions
P/GI 2002-015	General Engineering Contractors and Demolitions
P/GI 2008-016	Definition of "Commenced Construction" and Similar Phrases
P/GI 2002-016	Definition of "Commenced Construction" and Similar Phrases
P/GI 2008-018	Computer Software Program Solutions
P/GI 2002-018	Computer Software Program Solutions
P/GI 2002-019	Occupancy Groups
P/GI 2002-020	One Story Addition
P/GI 2002-021	Change of Use
P/GI 2002-022	General Notes for Single-Family Dwellings
P/GI 2002-023	List of Common Acronyms and Abbreviations Used by the City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS)
P/GI 2002-024	Instructions for Preparing and Recording Covenants with the Los Angeles County
P/GI 2008-025	How to Obtain Copies of City of Los Angeles Ordinances
P/GI 2002-025	How to Obtain Copies of City of Los Angeles Ordinances
P/GI 2008-026	Obtaining Permits to Resolve Orders
P/GI 2002-026	Obtaining Permits to Resolve Orders
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Building Code
P/BC 2008-001	Footings On or Adjacent to Slopes
P/BC 2002-001	Footings On or Adjacent to Slopes
P/BC 2002-002	Retaining or Slough Wall (4'-0" High or Less)
P/BC 2002-003	Interim Alternate Method for Distribution of Lateral Forces in Wood Frame Buildings Assuming Flexible Diaphragms
P/BC 2008-004	Type V Sheet
P/BC 2002-004	Type V Sheet
P/BC 2002-005	Attached Carport
P/BC 2008-006	Attached Patio Cover
P/BC 2002-006	Attached Patio Cover
P/BC 2008-007	Cutting, Notching, and Boring of Wood Framing Members
P/BC 2002-007	Cutting, Notching, and Boring of Wood Framing Members
P/BC 2002-008	Pumpkin and Christmas Trees Sales
P/BC 2002-009	Detached Carport
P/BC 2008-010	Importance of Lumber Species and Grade in Wood Shear Walls
P/BC 2002-010	Importance of Lumber Species and Grade in Wood Shear Walls
P/BC 2008-011	General Illumination and Lock Requirements in Accordance with Ordinance
P/BC 2002-011	General Illumination and Lock Requirements in Accordance with Ordinance
P/BC 2002-012	Section 311.2.2.1 Group S-3 with A-3, B, M, R-1 or R-2 Occupancy Above
P/BC 2008-013	Roofing Requirements for Wood Shakes and Shingles
P/BC 2002-013	Roofing Requirements for Wood Shakes and Shingles
P/BC 2002-014	Design and Construction of Swimming Pools
P/BC 2008-015	Power Driven Steel Studs in Pre-Stressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete Elements
P/BC 2002-015	Power Driven Steel Studs in Pre-Stressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete Elements
P/BC 2008-016	Dwellings in High Wind Velocity Areas (HWA)
P/BC 2002-016	Dwellings in High Wind Velocity Areas (HWA)
P/BC 2008-017	Concrete Vaults - Permits Not Required
P/BC 2002-017	Concrete Vaults - Permits Not Required
P/BC 2002-018	Installation of Access Floor Systems in General Office Area and Computer Room
P/BC 2002-019	Exit illumination and Exit Sign Lighting Systems
P/BC 2008-020	Demolition by Use of Explosives
P/BC 2002-020	Demolition by Use of Explosives
P/BC 2002-021	Calculating Floor Area
P/BC 2002-022	Natural Ventilation Requirements for New or Existing Auto Repair Establishments
P/BC 2008-023	Fire-Retardant Roof Coverings for Open Walking Decks and Spaced Roof Construction
P/BC 2002-023	Fire-Retardant Roof Coverings for Open Walking Decks and Spaced Roof Construction
P/BC 2002-024	Structural Observation
P/BC 2008-025	Billiard or Pool Halls and Pinball Arcades
P/BC 2002-025	Billiard or Pool Halls and Pinball Arcades
P/BC 2002-026	Fire-Resistive Construction Requirements for One-Hour Throughout Apartment Houses and Hotels
P/BC 2008-027	Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) (Residential)
P/BC 2002-027	Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) (Residential)
P/BC 2008-028	Nuclear Devices - Soil Density and Moisture Determination
P/BC 2002-028	Nuclear Devices - Soil Density and Moisture Determination
P/BC 2008-029	State Health and Safety Code Requirements for Mausoleums and Columbariums
P/BC 2002-029	State Health and Safety Code Requirements for Mausoleums and Columbariums
P/BC 2002-030	Interconnection Ties for Individual Pile Caps and Caissons
P/BC 2008-031	Concrete Proportioning and Admixture Qualification
P/BC 2002-031	Concrete Proportioning and Admixture Qualification
P/BC 2008-032	Supplementary Rules and Regulations Governing Fabricators of High-Strength Structural Steel
P/BC 2002-032	Supplementary Rules and Regulations Governing Fabricators of High-Strength Structural Steel
P/BC 2002-033	Rules and Regulations Governing the Licensing of Grading Agencies for Construction Plywood
P/BC 2008-034	Employment and Duties of a Registered Deputy Inspector
P/BC 2002-034	Employment and Duties of a Registered Deputy Inspector
P/BC 2008-035	Regulations Regarding Registration for Deputy and Controlled Activities Inspection
P/BC 2002-035	Regulations Regarding Registration for Deputy and Controlled Activities Inspection
P/BC 2002-036	Fabrication Toleraances for Built-Up Steel Members
P/BC 2002-037	Adaptive Reuse Bulletin is Superseded by Division 85 Ordinance
P/BC 2002-038	Mezzanines in Residential Buildings
P/BC 2008-039	Demolition of Buildings
P/BC 2002-039	Demolition of Buildings
P/BC 2008-040	Recommended Standards for Suspended Ceiling Assemblies
P/BC 2002-040	Recommended Standards for Suspended Ceiling Assemblies
P/BC 2002-041	Locking of Doors Located in Stairshafts
P/BC 2008-042	Application for Approval As Fabricator
P/BC 2002-042	Application for Approval As Fabricator
P/BC 2002-043	Emergency Escape Quick Release Systems
P/BC 2008-044	Implementation of the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act - Chapter 7.5, Division 2 of the California Public Resources Code
P/BC 2002-044	Implementation of the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act - Chapter 7.5, Division 2 of the California Public Resources Code
P/BC 2008-045	Welder Certification Rules and Regulations
P/BC 2002-045	Welder Certification Rules and Regulations
P/BC 2008-046	Composite Steel Concrete Construction
P/BC 2002-046	Composite Steel Concrete Construction
P/BC 2002-047	Requirements for Single-Family-Dwelling Existing Footings on Expansive Soils
P/BC 2008-048	Specifications for Strong-Motion Accelerographs & Requirements for Installation and Servicing
P/BC 2002-048	Specifications for Strong-Motion Accelerographs & Requirements for Installation and Servicing
P/BC 2008-049	Slope Stability Evaluation and Acceptance Standards
P/BC 2002-049	Slope Stability Evaluation and Acceptance Standards
P/BC 2008-050	Construction Upon Slopes Steeper Than Two Horizontal to One Vertical
P/BC 2002-050	Construction Upon Slopes Steeper Than Two Horizontal to One Vertical
P/BC 2008-051	Wet Mix Shotcrete
P/BC 2002-051	Wet Mix Shotcrete
P/BC 2002-052	Standard for Existing Building Glass Retrofitted with an Approved Organic Film
P/BC 2008-053	Alternate Design Methodology for Unreinforced Masonry Buildings
P/BC 2002-053	Alternate Design Methodology for Unreinforced Masonry Buildings
P/BC 2002-054	High-Rise Retrofit Ordinances - No. 163836 and No. 165319
P/BC 2002-055	Open Room Concept and Tenant Corridor for Tenant Improvement
P/BC 2008-056	Crack Repair of Unreinforced Masonry Walls with Grout Injection
P/BC 2002-056	Crack Repair of Unreinforced Masonry Walls with Grout Injection
P/BC 2002-057	Drainage Across Lot/Property Line
P/BC 2002-058	Guidelines for Recognition of Testing Agencies
P/BC 2008-059	Swimming Pool Permit Issuance and Inspection Procedure for Noise Level Control
P/BC 2002-059	Swimming Pool Permit Issuance and Inspection Procedure for Noise Level Control
P/BC 2008-060	30-Day Notification of Intent to Excavate
P/BC 2002-060	30-Day Notification of Intent to Excavate
P/BC 2008-061	Tests on Concrete and its Components
P/BC 2002-061	Tests on Concrete and its Components
P/BC 2002-062	Concrete Quality and Mix Designs
P/BC 2002-063	Maintenance of Approved Building Plans
P/BC 2008-064	Flood Hazard Management Specific Plan Guidelines
P/BC 2002-064	Flood Hazard Management Specific Plan Guidelines
P/BC 2008-065	Coastal Development Permit
P/BC 2002-065	Coastal Development Permit
P/BC 2002-066	Asbestos Fireproofing Removal and Replacement Procedures
P/BC 2002-067	Asbestos Notification for Demolition/Alteration Permits
P/BC 2008-068	Rules and Regulations for Hillside Exploratory Work
P/BC 2002-068	Rules and Regulations for Hillside Exploratory Work
P/BC 2008-069	Sound-Rated Partitions and Floor-Ceiling Construction
P/BC 2002-069	Sound-Rated Partitions and Floor-Ceiling Construction
P/BC 2008-070	Chimney Repair
P/BC 2002-070	Chimney Repair
P/BC 2002-071	Wall Anchorage Assemblies to Flexible Diaphragms Revised Design Criteria (New Construction, Chapters 91 and 96)
P/BC 2008-072	Examining Boards and Examinations for Certain Inspectors, Journeymen, Maintenance Supervisors, Masters,Operators and Specialties Regulated Under Chaper 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code
P/BC 2002-072	Examining Boards and Examinations for Certain Inspectors, Journeymen, Maintenance Supervisors, Masters,Operators and Specialties Regulated Under Chaper 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code
P/BC 2002-073	Policy on Building Plans Required to be Prepared, Signed and Wet Stamped by a California Professional Engineer or California Registered Architect
P/BC 2002-074	Sound Insulation Requirements for Noise Sensitive Structures Near Los Angeles International Airport
P/BC 2002-075	Reduced Underfloor Clearance for Conversion of Attached Garage to Living Area
P/BC 2008-076	Unreasonable Hardship Determination for Commercial Alteration Projects
P/BC 2002-076	Unreasonable Hardship Determination for Commercial Alteration Projects
P/BC 2002-078	Sign Manual (Under Construction)
P/BC 2008-079	Commercial Coaches/Modulars for Temporary Usage
P/BC 2002-079	Commercial Coaches/Modulars for Temporary Usage
P/BC 2008-080	Guidelines for Construction of Masonry or Concrete Fence Walls Which Do Not Require a Building Permit
P/BC 2002-080	Guidelines for Construction of Masonry or Concrete Fence Walls Which Do Not Require a Building Permit
P/BC 2008-081	Conversion into Heavy Duty Equipment Room
P/BC 2002-081	Conversion into Heavy Duty Equipment Room
P/BC 2002-082	Plastic Materials for Rooftop
P/BC 2008-083	Retaining Wall Design
P/BC 2002-083	Retaining Wall Design
P/BC 2002-084	Accessibility Details for Parking
P/BC 2002-085	Accessibility Details for Ramps, Stairs & Elevators
P/BC 2002-086	Accessibility Details for Doors & Maneuvering Spaces
P/BC 2002-087	Accessibility Details for Restrooms
P/BC 2002-088	Accessibility Details for Tubs and Showers
P/BC 2002-089	Accessibility Details for Obstructions and Reach Ranges
P/BC 2002-090	Accessibility Details for Curbs
P/BC 2002-091	Accessibility Details for Card Readers, Telephones & Drinking Fountains
P/BC 2002-092	Torque Testing & Installation Inspection of Drilled - In Anchors
P/BC 2008-093	Interim Policy on Manufactured Narrow Shear Panels
P/BC 2002-093	Interim Policy on Manufactured Narrow Shear Panels
P/BC 2002-094	General Policies Determining Applicable Codes for Permit Applications During the 2002 Code Transition Period (Temporarily Unavailabe - Undergoing Revision)
P/BC 2002-095	Plumbing Fixtures
P/BC 2008-096	6" Concrete Block Masonry Wall Detail
P/BC 2002-096	6" Concrete Block Masonry Wall Detail
P/BC 2002-097	Early Start Permits
P/BC 2002-098	Design and Construction Requirements for Steel Moment Frame Connections
P/BC 2008-099	Relocation of Building
P/BC 2008-100	Acceptable Design and Analysis Methods for Use of Slabs-On-Grade As Foundations
P/BC 2002-100	Acceptable Design and Analysis Methods for Use of Slabs-On-Grade As Foundations
P/BC 2008-101	Site Testing Standards for Methane
P/BC 2002-101	Site Testing Standards for Methane
P/BC 2008-102	Methane Hazard Mitigation Standard Plan: Simplified Method for Small Additions
P/BC 2002-102	Methane Hazard Mitigation Standard Plan: Simplified Method for Small Additions
P/BC 2008-103	Use of Sump Pumps for Surface and Subsurface Drainage
P/BC 2002-103	Use of Sump Pumps for Surface and Subsurface Drainage
P/BC 2008-104	Cargo Containers for Incidental Storage
P/BC 2002-104	Cargo Containers for Incidental Storage
P/BC 2002-105	Guardrail Requirements Adjacent to Openable Windows
P/BC 2002-106	Water Curtain in Lieu of Protected Exterior Openings
P/BC 2002-107	Guidelines for Vehicle Sales Use of Land Permit
P/BC 2002-108	Certificates of Completion Versus Certificates of Occupancy for Condominium Conversions and Other Alterations to Apartment Buildings
P/BC 2002-109	Certificates of Occupancy
P/BC 2002-110	Structural Design Requirements (Seismic Provisions) for Existing Building Converted to Joint Living and Work Quarters
P/BC 2008-111	Backfill of Swimming Pools
P/BC 2002-111	Backfill of Swimming Pools
P/BC 2008-112	Valuation for State Approved Factory-Built Housing
P/BC 2002-112	Valuation for State Approved Factory-Built Housing
P/BC 2008-113	Contents of Reports for Submittal to the LADBS Grading Division
P/BC 2002-113	Contents of Reports for Submittal to the LADBS Grading Division
P/BC 2008-116	Foundation Design for Expansive Soils
P/BC 2008-117	Structural Monitoring Equipment in Buildings Designed with Nonlinear Response History Procedure
P/BC 2008-118	Guidelines for Stormwater Infiltration
P/BC 2008-119	Policy on Accepting Alternate Building Materials or Products
P/BC 2008-120	Interim General Policy for Plan Check Time Extension
P/BC 2008-121	Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM)
P/BC 2008-122	Guidelines for the Issuance of Certificates of Occupancy for Commercial or Residential "Core & Shell" Buildings
P/BC 2008-123	Alternative Design Procedure for Seismic Analysis and Design of Tall Buildings and Buildings Utilizing Complex Structural Systems
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Electrical Code
P/EC 2008-002	Procedures for Recognized Testing Agencies Performing Field Services
P/EC 2002-002	Procedures for Recognized Testing Agencies Performing Field Services
P/EC 2008-003	Multi-Building Complexes Electrical Plan Check Required
P/EC 2002-003	Multi-Building Complexes Electrical Plan Check Required
P/EC 2008-004	Inspection of Elevator Wiring
P/EC 2002-004	Inspection of Elevator Wiring
P/EC 2008-005	Rules and Regulations for LADBS Testing Laboratories
P/EC 2002-005	Rules and Regulations for LADBS Testing Laboratories
P/EC 2008-008	Standard for Lighting Fixture Supports
P/EC 2002-008	Standard for Lighting Fixture Supports
P/EC 2008-009	Temporary Decorative Lighting Above Streets and Sidewalks
P/EC 2002-009	Temporary Decorative Lighting Above Streets and Sidewalks
P/EC 2008-010	Poles and Temporary Construction Power
P/EC 2002-010	Poles and Temporary Construction Power
P/EC 2008-011	Communication Public Utility Systems
P/EC 2005-011	Communication Public Utility Systems
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Elevator Code
P/EV 2002-001	Existing Escalator Clearance Between the Skirt and the Step
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Mechanical Code
P/MC 2002-001	Guidelines for Installing Solar Devices
P/MC 2002-002	Guidelines for Laboratory Approval of Solar Systems
P/MC 2008-003	Operation of Elevators in Existing Buildings
P/MC 2002-003	Operation of Elevators in Existing Buildings
P/MC 2008-004	Licensed Boiler and Steam Engineers
P/MC 2002-004	Licensed Boiler and Steam Engineers
P/MC 2008-006	Access Requirements to Mechanical Equipment Located on Roofs of Buildings
P/MC 2002-006	Access Requirements to Mechanical Equipment Located on Roofs of Buildings
P/MC 2008-007	Ventilation and Outdoor Air Requirements for Residential Units
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Plumbing Code
P/PC 2008-001	Seismic Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements
P/PC 2002-001	Seismic Gas Shut-Off Valve Requirements
P/PC 2008-002	Boiler and Gas-Fired Water Heater Venting
P/PC 2002-002	Boiler and Gas-Fired Water Heater Venting
P/PC 2008-003	How To Brace Your Water Heater
P/PC 2002-003	How To Brace Your Water Heater
P/PC 2002-004	Elevator Pit Drains
P/PC 2008-005	Grooved Pipe Joints
P/PC 2002-005	Grooved Pipe Joints
P/PC 2008-006	Permits for Gas Water Heaters
P/PC 2002-006	Permits for Gas Water Heaters
P/PC 2008-007	Compact Storage
P/PC 2002-007	Compact Storage
P/PC 2002-008	Connection of Automatic Fire Sprinkler Systems to Domestic Water Mains (Combination Mains)
P/PC 2008-009	Domestic Water Pipe Sizing
P/PC 2002-009	Domestic Water Pipe Sizing
P/PC 2008-010	Suction Tank Overflow
P/PC 2008-011	Garage Drains
P/PC 2008-012	Graywater Systems for Residential Buildings
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Zoning Code
P/ZC 2002-001	Parking Lot Design
P/ZC 2002-002	Heights of Fences in Residential Zones
P/ZC 2002-003	Netted Horticultural Structures
P/ZC 2008-004	Allowable Projection for Decks and Built-Up Platforms in Required Yards
P/ZC 2002-005	Guidelines for Consideration of Yard Reduction Requests
P/ZC 2002-006	Allowable Projections and Improvements in Required Yards
P/ZC 2002-007	Nurseries Agricultural
P/ZC 2002-008	Determination of the Zoning Code "Height of a Building or Structure"
P/ZC 2002-009	Early Notice Regarding Discretionary Review
P/ZC 2002-010	General Zoning Code Design Criteria for Multiple-Dwelling Development
P/ZC 2002-011	Summary of Parking Regulations
P/ZC 2002-012	Zoning and Land Use Requirements Notice to All Business Tax Registrants
P/ZC 2002-013	Zoning Code Requirements for Automobile Dismantling Yards, Junk Yards, Scrap Metal Yards, or Open Air Storage of Used Materials, Used Equipment and Used Machinery in the M-2 and M-3 Zones
P/ZC 2002-014	Child Day Care Establishments
P/ZC 2002-015	Determining Front Yards, When Subject to the "Prevailing Setback" Regulation
P/ZC 2002-016	Retaining Walls in A or R Zones Located in Hillside Areas
P/ZC 2002-017	Summary of Assisted Living Facilities
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