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.

ViolationNet is tracking 33,614 building and housing code violations in Los Angeles, CA and 77 in the feed's 7-day record count.

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Sourced from official Los Angeles code-enforcement records · Newest retained record date Nov 08, 2026 · How we source this data

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33,614 Total Violations
0 Open Violations
77 7-Day Record Count
29,750 Properties Affected
1.1 Avg per Property

Violation Types

Pace
27,653
General
5,009
Frp
280
Citations
198
Veip
148

Recent Violations

Address Type Date Status
8045 W Bulwer Dr Frp Nov 08, 2026 Open
6716 N Faust Ave General Nov 06, 2026 Open
7750 N Sepulveda Blvd Veip Nov 06, 2026 Open
4365 S Mclaughlin Ave Frp Nov 06, 2026 Open
11320 N Alethea Dr General Nov 06, 2026 Open
23633 W Vanowen St General Nov 06, 2026 Open
7708 N Sepulveda Blvd Veip Nov 06, 2026 Open
20514 W Califa St General Nov 06, 2026 Open
137 E Avenue 42 Frp Nov 06, 2026 Open
1324 W 11th Pl Frp Nov 06, 2026 Open
20354 W Itasca St General Nov 06, 2026 O
1316 N Allesandro St Frp Nov 06, 2026 O
13801 W Wingo St General Nov 06, 2026 O
4430 W Price St Citations Nov 06, 2026 O
12840 N Bradley Ave General Nov 06, 2026 O
9000 W Mulberry Dr General Nov 06, 2026 O
510 S Hewitt St Frp Nov 06, 2026 O
7458 N Whitaker Ave General Nov 06, 2026 O
16815 W Devonshire St General Nov 06, 2026 O
17518 W Parthenia St General Nov 06, 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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