Residential / commercial scope
Both
Mandatory and voluntary seismic retrofits require engineered plans submitted through ePlanLA.
Category
Structural
Plans required?
Yes
Where to go
ePlanLA
Over-the-counter?
No - Drafted plans will be reviewed for code compliance and required clearances will be confirmed before the permit is issued.
Likely clearances
Structural review
Residential vs commercial
A retrofit needs engineered plans in ePlanLA either way. Soft-story ordinances target specific multifamily and commercial buildings; single-family retrofits are usually voluntary.
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retrofit, soft story, seismic, earthquake, mandatory, bolting, brace
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