Plain-language guides for homeowners and contractors navigating city-required construction, encroachment permits, and public right-of-way work in Los Angeles and Orange County.
If your city is requiring infrastructure work before issuing your ADU building permit, or before a framing or final inspection, here is what that means, why it happens, and how to resolve it quickly so your project can move forward.
If your city sent you a notice about a water service line, a plumber may not be legally qualified to do the work. Here's why California requires a Class A General Engineering license for this scope — and what to look for in a contractor.
Any construction work in the public right-of-way requires an encroachment permit. Here's a plain-language explanation of what it is, when you need one, and why your contractor — not you — should be handling it.
Most city notices give homeowners 30–90 days to complete required work. But the permit process alone can take weeks. Here's what you need to know about deadlines, penalties, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
Don't wait for the deadline to approach. Submit your notice online or call us directly — we'll review the scope and give you a free on-site estimate.