A-Permit Services in Los Angeles
Minor street construction in the public right-of-way — from driveway installations to streetscape fixtures — all performed under A-Permit requirements and BOE jurisdiction.
Minor street construction in the public right-of-way — from driveway installations to streetscape fixtures — all performed under A-Permit requirements and BOE jurisdiction.
The A-Permit covers new driveway installations in the public right-of-way. Our team handles the full process — from online application or District Office submission through BOE inspection — ensuring your driveway approach meets City design and material specifications.
Request a Quote →Repair of existing driveway approaches within the public right-of-way, performed in accordance with the latest edition of the Greenbook Standard Specifications for construction. We ensure all work is properly inspected by the Bureau of Engineering.
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New sidewalk construction in the public right-of-way, built to meet City specifications and ADA compliance standards. The A-Permit process verifies both the City and applicant receive a quality construction product.
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A common type of A-Permit work is sidewalk damage caused by street tree roots. Property owners adjacent to the damaged sidewalk can apply for a 'No Fee' A-Permit — the BOE District Office requires a photo of the damaged area to waive fees. We also handle all other sidewalk repair needs.
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Repair, construction, or reconstruction of curbs and gutters in the public right-of-way. Per LAMC 62.106, A-Permit work is limited in scope and simple in design. Work that would alter the established flowline of a gutter requires a 'B' Permit instead.
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Installation of bicycle racks, speed humps, parklets, parkway landscaping, and other streetscape fixtures within the public right-of-way. All work is performed under the jurisdiction of the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering.
Request a Quote →Properly constructed tree wells that protect root systems, prevent sidewalk damage, and enhance urban streetscapes. To prevent future tree root damage, roots must be trimmed or the tree replaced — tree root trimming requires a separate Street Tree permit from the Bureau of Street Services, obtained after the A-Permit.
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Installation of curb drains and street resurfacing for minor excavations in or near the street. All work is limited to projects that will not alter the existing grade of a sidewalk or street, and must comply with Greenbook Standard Specifications.
Request a Quote →From application to BOE inspection — we handle everything.
We visit your site, assess the scope, and determine whether your project falls under an A-Permit or requires a B-Permit.
We submit the application via the City's online system or at a BOE District Office, providing all necessary information to comply with A-Permit requirements.
Our crew performs all work in accordance with the Greenbook Standard Specifications and City design specifications.
The Bureau of Engineering inspects the work to confirm it meets City standards. We ensure your project passes inspection.
A-Permits are governed by the Los Angeles Municipal Code and City engineering standards.
Yes. Per LAMC 62.105, permits are required for streets, sidewalks, and other improvements in the public right-of-way. The A-Permit covers minor street construction including driveway approaches, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streetscape fixtures, tree wells, curb drains, and minor street resurfacing.
A-Permit applications can be started via the City's online system or by visiting a BOE District Office in person. There are no requirements on who can apply — generally it is the property owner or their representative. Proof of ownership is not required.
An A-Permit for repair of sidewalk damage due to street tree roots does not require a permit fee. The BOE District Office requires a photo of the damaged area to waive the fees. A Street Tree permit from the Bureau of Street Services is also required for tree root trimming.
If the proposed work will alter the established flowline of a gutter or alter the existing grade of a sidewalk or street, a 'B' Permit is required instead of an A-Permit. See the Permit Classification Matrix for more details.
All A-Permit construction work must be performed in accordance with the latest edition of the 'Greenbook', Standard Specifications for construction, and must meet City of LA design and material specifications.