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LA building permit guides
Plain-English answers to the permit questions LA homeowners actually ask. Every guide is LA-specific, code-cited, and updated for 2026.
Permit Basics·5 min read
Do I Need a Permit to Replace Windows in LA?
Yes — LADBS requires an Express Building Permit for window replacement in LA. Same-size, same-type swaps cost $100–$200 total and issue in 1–3 days.
Permit Basics·6 min read
Do I Need a Permit to Reroof or Replace My Roof in LA?
Yes — LADBS requires a permit for nearly every reroof in LA. Most like-for-like residential reroofs qualify for an Express Permit, but Class A fire-rated roofing and Title 24 cool-roof rules apply.