A hood is not required for residential kitchens. However, it is required to provide kitchen ventilation for removing moisture.

No, plan check is not required for ductless window units.

Residential buildings up to 3 stories in height shall have filters with Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 6. Residential buildings over 3 stories in height have no requirements for MERV values. All non-residential buildings shall have filters with a MERV rating of at least 8.

If the AC units that are added or replaced add up to 5 or more, then plans must be prepared and submitted for approval to Mechanical Plan Check.

Yes, but only when the area of the open window and the distance from the window to the furthest location in the room comply with the requirements of Title 24.

Please see Section 403.7 of the Los Angeles Mechanical Code (LAMC) for the requirements concerning garage ventilation systems.

Yes, ADA restrooms and parking at events must meet ADA requirements.

Yes. Sanitary facilities must be provided at special events.

A duplicate of Building Inspection Card can be obtained from LADBS cashier free of charge, but you must bring a copy of the permit.

Kitchen exhaust with intake from the kitchen ceiling register and bathroom exhaust can be combined using the same exhaust duct. Kitchen exhaust from a kitchen hood shall be combined with bathroom exhaust.