A geology report is needed for development within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone or a Preliminary Fault Rupture Study Area or for new onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS).A combined report is needed for projects in a Hillside Grading Area or where bedrock is encountered in addition

Please see Information Bulletin P/BC 2023-060 for a detailed explanation.

A grading bond is required for projects with over 250 CY of cut or fill in a Hillside Grading Area.

A building plan checker reviews most grading plans. The grading plan checker will review grading plans for grading work in conjunction with an approved subdivision map or to issue grading permits to correct a hazardous soil condition per LABC 7005.7.

The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.

A grading pre-inspection (GPI) can be applied for at the construction services center.

Grading plans are submitted to the building plan checker at the construction services center.

The minimum content required in a report is outlined in Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-113 and

The Building Plan Checker determines the amount of the bond.

The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.