Does your kitchen and bathroom remodeling project need permits?
One of the most significant steps of a kitchen and bathroom remodeling in Los Angeles is obtaining the permits. It could be an expensive, extensive, time-consuming, and hectic process, so it’s best if they are handled by professionals. Different permits may be needed from various departments and agencies such as Fire, Public Works, Transportation, CRA LA, Cultural Affairs, Health, AQMD, LAUSD, Cal OSHA, Planning, DWP, Housing, Oil and Gas, and so on.
Most of the homeowners are not aware of the permits’ requirements, and it’s ok, but when embarking on a big-scale project, it would be beneficial to know the basics. But if you want to avoid the hassle altogether, just hire one of the well-experienced general contractors in Los Angeles. With an experienced remodeling onboard, you won’t have to bear any troubles associated with getting permits (depending on the scale of the projects, many permits may be required, some may even need inspections) for a kitchen or bathroom remodeling project.
There are projects where absolutely no permits are required. Which are those cases? As regulated by the LABDS, if your projects involve minor repairs or major remodeling ventures which will not involve structural changes or additions to the existing property, you won’t need to file the building plans- you can obtain a permit the same day. If your major remodel project involves structural changes or additions or both, you’ll need to submit the plans and have it checked by the ‘plan check’ process.
Various miscellaneous kitchen work will not require the creation of additional permits. For example, relocation of a chimney, installing new storage over existing walls and frameworks, having new plumbing or electrical outlets, limited repairs, replacement of damaged structures, etc.
So when are permits required for kitchen and bathroom remodeling?
You need permission for construction work adding new loads to the existing property, building envelope enhancements, improvements regarding vents, light, or fire resistance- no matter how small the project might be, they will need permits. Plumbing permits are a must for both bathroom and kitchen remodeling projects and at times, inspections. Depending upon the scale of the project, inspections may be included in your permit fee along the way. Employing an experienced kitchen or bathroom remodeling contractor in Los Angeles, knowledgeable in building codes would save a significant amount of time and hassle.
While submitting your plans for permits remember that the plans for your projects must be understandable and must appropriately depict the outcome of the project. It’s best to hire reliable remodelers for the jobs, rather than bearing the hassle by yourself.
The following may also be needed for the approval of your permits:
The plot plan – It is needed for the projects that will expand the property or have an ADU.
The floor plan – It shows the existing house and the would-be house, alongside, with measurements.
The framing plan – It is worked out by an engineer, the framing plan lists the size of the structures about the framework.
The foundation plan – the drawing of the foundation that you want, alongside details for metal, concrete, wood, or other materials to be used.
The elevations – it shows the front, rear side, and split elevations of the structure you want to make.
The construction details – it depicts the process of how the construction components shall be assembled in keeping in mind the regulations.
The energy conservation details – it depicts how your project will comply with energy conversion guidelines.
Some permits will cost; their cost will be depending on the fair market value of labor and materials- be it a DIY project or a project from a professional bathroom or kitchen remodeling contractor in Los Angeles. When you apply for the permit you have to pay up almost 75% of your fee and the rest of it must be paid when you pick up your permit. It may need additional payments on an hourly basis for reports like drainage and geotechnical reviews. Why bear all the hassle, when you can have it all done by a reliable contractor and have your projects done timely.
