Breaking Down LADBS Fees and Permit Costs in 2025

If you plan to build, remodel, or add an ADU in Los Angeles, permit costs can be confusing. The fees charged by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) change every year, and 2025 brings a few new updates. You’ve probably heard someone say, “Permits cost a fortune in LA.” That’s not always […]
Understanding LADBS Digital Systems: BuildLA, EPIC-LA & ePlanLA

If you plan to build, remodel, or get permits in Los Angeles, you’ll meet a few digital systems along the way. They have names like BuildLA, ePlanLA, and EPIC-LA — and each one serves a different purpose. For homeowners, architects, and contractors, these online platforms have replaced long lines and paper forms. You can now […]
How to Read LADBS Correction Notices — A Homeowner’s Guide to Plan Check Comments

Understanding LADBS correction notices can be confusing for homeowners and builders in Los Angeles. This guide explains what plan check comments mean, why they happen, and how to respond correctly. Learn how JDJ Consulting helps you resolve corrections quickly and keep your building permit approval on track.
LADBS Plan Check 2025: Updates Developers Need to Know

LADBS plan check in 2025 brings important updates for Los Angeles developers. From AI-assisted reviews to self-certification programs, the City of Los Angeles is reshaping how building permits are reviewed and approved.
How JDJ Consulting Group Helps Speed Up Permitting at 2716 & 2720 W. James M. Wood

How JDJ Consulting Group Helps Speed Up Permitting at 2716 & 2720 W. James M. Wood Getting building permits in Los Angeles is hard. Property developers working on projects at 2716 & 2720 W. James M. Wood Boulevard know this well. JDJ Consulting Group helps make this process faster and easier. The LA Permitting Problem Los Angeles handles thousands […]