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    Over-the-counter Permits

    LA City also offers E-permits you can file online, pay and have your permit within an hour assuming no plans are required.
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    Over-the-counter Permits

    Current list of OTC permits in LA City
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    Inspectors: How in depth do you go?

    Life safety is my main focus. I'd say 99% of the time I set them off to make sure they work and are interlinked. There is an exception I will just visually check them if there is a small child sleeping in the house. It rarely happens but as a parent I get it and I wouldn't startle the baby...
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    Common misconceptions of new homeowners.

    I agree with that as well, a lot of devious communication with homeowners to either save a buck or make their job easier to get away with sub-par work. And also you are correct, there is nothing in place to go after the contractor or tradesman, it all falls on the homeowner. When I get those...
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    Common misconceptions of new homeowners.

    In my line of work as a Code Enforcement Inspector for the City of LA, I have come across many different excuses and lies as to why someone didn't get there permits but, the one that I get a lot that is actually true is from new homeowners that are unaware of the proper processes in doing...
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    Is a permit needed if you are changing from rug to wood floors?

    Everyone above is correct. In the City of LA you do not need a permit for cosmetic changes. Flooring falls under that category.
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    Renter suspects lack of permits at poorly maintained Pinellas County apartment

    Yes, I would definitely suggest seeking legal aid in this circumstance.
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    Renter suspects lack of permits at poorly maintained Pinellas County apartment

    In Los Angeles I deal with this all the time. The code enforcement aspect is how you would deal with the landlord getting in trouble, and being made to bring the building up to code. I can't speak on how they do things in Florida, but in LA renters have a lot of safety nets to not get put out...
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    Inspector Parker here to help if I can.

    Good morning Eric, Sure you can add the badge if you'd like. Helps identify that I may know what I'm talking about. ;-) Thank you for the "Welcome" to the site and I hope to contribute.
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    Inspector Parker here to help if I can.

    I'm with LADBS working as a residential inspector. I'm with the Code Enforcement division at the moment and am available to help with some questions people may have on codes or permitting and processes. If I don't know the answer I'll do my best to find out. As an employee I can share public...
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