Code Violations in Los Angeles, CA

Research Los Angeles, CA building and housing code-enforcement records. Search an address and monitor it for newly collected matching public records.

As of Sep 18, 2026, ViolationNet is tracking 32,683 building and housing code violations in Los Angeles, CA.

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32,683 Total Violations
0 Open Violations
0 New This Week
28,907 Properties Affected
1.1 Avg per Property

Violation Types

Pace
27,543
General
4,351
Frp
256
Citations
175
Signs
137

Recent Violations

Address Type Date Status
3306 S Keeshen Dr General Sep 18, 2026 Open
8494 W Grand View Dr General Sep 18, 2026 Open
13634 W Hart St General Sep 18, 2026 Open
9823 N Amanita Ave General Sep 18, 2026 Open
112 N Avenue 66 General Sep 18, 2026 Open
3031 S Cardiff Ave General Sep 18, 2026 Open
10523 N Langmuir Ave General Sep 18, 2026 Open
3771 S Boise Ave General Sep 18, 2026 Open
12201 W Texas Ave General Sep 18, 2026 Open
18742 W Collins St General Sep 18, 2026 Open
2571 N Cordelia Road General Sep 18, 2026 O
5600 W Venice Blvd General Sep 18, 2026 O
19026 W Keswick St General Sep 18, 2026 O
2122 W Cambridge St General Sep 18, 2026 O
6229 E Outlook Ave General Sep 18, 2026 O
9924 N Mission Hills Estate Ct General Sep 18, 2026 O
3005 W 6th St General Sep 18, 2026 O
3041 S Edgehill Dr Cnap Sep 18, 2026 O
421 S La Fayette Park Pl General Sep 18, 2026 O
9617 S Harvard Blvd General Sep 18, 2026 O

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How Code Enforcement Works in Los Angeles, CA

Code enforcement in Los Angeles is managed by the Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) and Housing Department (LAHD). You can report violations or check the status of existing cases through their official portal.

  • Department: Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) and Housing Department (LAHD)
  • Report a Violation: Call 866-557-7368 (LAHD) | 213-473-3231 (LADBS)
  • Common Violation Types: Unpermitted work and construction, Property maintenance issues, Overgrown vegetation, Structural and building code violations, Graffiti
  • Typical Resolution Timeline: Emergency: 30 days | Standard: 30 days | Non-hazardous: 90 days

Visit Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) and Housing Department (LAHD) Official Site →

Frequently Asked Questions About Code Violations in Los Angeles, CA

How do I check for code violations at my property in Los Angeles?

ViolationNet provides free access to Los Angeles violation records, pulling data from both LADBS (single-family/commercial) and LAHD (multi-unit properties). You can search by address to see any open violations and their status. Direct searches are also available through the respective city departments.

What happens if I have an open code violation in Los Angeles?

You'll receive a Notice of Violation with a 30-day deadline to correct the issue. If you miss the deadline, the city may refer your case to the City Attorney, apply the Rent Escrow Account Program, or levy fines up to $1,000 per day per violation.

How long does Los Angeles give you to fix a code violation?

Los Angeles typically allows 30 days from the Notice of Violation to make corrections. Complex cases may take 90+ days to fully resolve. If you fail to comply, fines can accumulate daily, and your case may escalate to rent escrow or legal action.

Can code violations affect my property value in Los Angeles?

A city-published violation is one piece of property research. Whether it affects value, insurance, financing, or a transaction depends on the property, the parties, and local requirements. Verify the current case status and any obligations with the issuing agency and the appropriate professional.

How do I report a code violation in Los Angeles?

For multi-unit properties (2+ units), call LAHD at 866-557-7368. For single-family homes or commercial properties, call LADBS at 213-473-3231. You can also report violations online through the city's respective portals.

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