Jayson Elliott, Esq.Bay Legal PC · Palo Alto, CA
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CA Bar No. 332479All 58 California counties
Los Angeles has one of the most active code enforcement programs in California. The city’s Department of Building and Safety processes tens of thousands of complaints annually, and unpermitted construction is a pervasive issue across the city.
California law gives property owners several options for resolving permit violations: obtaining after-the-fact permits, negotiating with the building department, pursuing claims against the responsible contractor, or resolving the issue before a property sale. The guides on this site walk through each option in detail.
Code enforcement cases in Los Angeles are handled by the LA Department of Building and Safety. Civil claims are heard at various LA Superior Court locations.
Bay Legal PC, based in Palo Alto, handles permit violation law disputes for homeowners throughout California including Los Angeles and surrounding communities. Attorney Jayson Elliott (CA Bar No. 332479) offers free initial consultations by phone or video.
Get a Free Consultation →Contact the Los Angeles Building Department or Community Development Department. Most jurisdictions accept complaints by phone, online form, or in person. Many allow anonymous complaints.
Fines vary but typically range from $100 to $1,000+ per day for ongoing violations. Contact the Los Angeles code enforcement division for specific fine schedules in your jurisdiction.
In most California jurisdictions, fences over 6 feet and most decks over 30 inches above grade require permits. Check with the Los Angeles Building Department for specific local requirements.
"Jayson and Ashley helped me tremendously with a construction dispute in which my previous general contractor abandoned the project. I cannot recommend them enough."
— Josey, Google Review
"I had issues with a contract that was not fulfilled. Jayson sent a demand letter outlining where the contract was breached. In the end I was paid back and got the outcome I wanted."
— Jennifer, Google Review
"I cannot imagine how we would have navigated our conflict with our contractor had it not been for Jayson. He was professional, compassionate, informative and responsive."
— David, Google Review
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Bay Legal PC handles permit violation law disputes throughout California. Tell us about your situation and we'll be in touch promptly.
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