Sidewalk repair in Los Angeles is one of the most common types of A-Permit work. Whether you've noticed damage or received a city notice, here's what you need to know based on the official City of LA permit requirements.
Property owners are often responsible for maintaining the sidewalk adjacent to their property. The most common cause of sidewalk damage in LA is street tree roots. An A-Permit for repair of sidewalk damage due to tree roots does not require the applicant to pay a permit fee — it's a 'No Fee' permit. The BOE District Office requires a picture of the damaged area to waive the fees.
To prevent future tree root damage, roots must be trimmed or the tree must be replaced. Tree root trimming may damage the tree if not done properly, so a Street Tree permit from the Bureau of Street Services is required first. Important: the A-Permit must be obtained BEFORE requesting the Street Tree permit.
All sidewalk repair must meet City design and material specifications and be performed per Greenbook Standard Specifications. The work cannot alter the existing grade of the sidewalk. A-Permit.com handles the complete sidewalk repair process — from 'No Fee' permit application to BOE-inspected construction.
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