LADBS > Demolition & Debris Removal

Written By Lisa Copeland

On Wednesday, Feb 5, 2025 the City of LA issued a new Information Bulletin that adds another layer of permitting for certain properties. Specifically:

  • If your property has a slope steeper than 20% (1 foot vertical rise per 5 feet horizontal), you now need an additional City permit.

  • If your property has a foundation deeper than 3 feet, you also need this extra permit.

The City’s new bulletin states that debris removal from the Palisades Fire must comply with regulations from either the California Department of Toxic Substances Control or the City’s Sanitation Department. In other words, multiple agencies are now involved, making what was supposed to be a simple, single-permit process far more complicated—no matter who handles the debris removal.

SEE THE BULLETIN / GENERAL INFORMATION DOCUMENT NO: P/BC 2025-034

Lisa Copeland
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