Appointments

Once planning approvals are granted, applicants must provide architectural plans and materials to demonstrate compliance with the specified conditions of approval before they may obtain building permits.

Submit a hard copy package of case condition clearance materials, including the recorded covenant and agreement, with a Drop Off Transmittal Form marked “Case Condition Clearance” to any of the Development Services Centers at least two business days before the scheduled appointment date. Note: If the project was processed by the Major Projects Unit, contact planning.majorpcc@lacity.org to schedule an appointment.

Consideration of a project begins when an application is filed with the City. The Department refers to this initial step in the process as “case filing,” meaning that the applicant has submitted the necessary forms to start the preliminary review phase.

Submit a hard copy package of completed application materials with a Drop Off Transmittal Form marked “Case Filing” to any one of the Development Services Centers at least two business days prior to the scheduled appointment date.

Clearance of Summary Worksheets takes place while the applicant is seeking building permits from Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety, in consultation with any other relevant City Departments, before construction begins.

To request planning clearances, fill out this Clearance Summary Worksheet (CSW) Google Form. Submit requests using the Online Application System (OAS) if plans must be approved in conjunction with a CSW. Note: Only some building permits require clearances from City Planning.

The Development Services Centers' pre-consultation services for prospective applicants offer technical guidance during the design, entitlement, and permitting stages of a project.

When requesting an appointment, include the site address or Assessor's Parcel Number and describe the nature of the inquiry in writing. Provide copies of relevant materials that will assist in assigning the request, such as project plans, a Letter of Determination, a completed Clearance Summary Worksheet (CSW), and other documents that may assist with project review.

Specialized Services are available at the Metro/Downtown Development Services Center. City Planning made these tailored consultation services available to support the needs of specific industries and foster investment opportunities in Los Angeles.