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Division 32

SEC. 91.3200. BASIC PROVISIONS.

Los Angeles Building Code — LAMC Chapter IX · 2026-08 edition · updated 2026-09-09 · Los Angeles

Chapter 32 of the CBC is adopted by reference with the following exceptions, modifications and additions:

SEC. 91.3201. GENERAL.

Section 3201 of the CBC is adopted by reference, except Sections 3201.1 and 3201.3 of the CBC are not adopted; and, in lieu, LAMC Subsections 91.3201.1 and 91.3201.3 are added. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)

91.3201.1. Scope. The provisions of this division shall govern the encroachment of structures into the public right-of-way.

No portion of any projection from any building over any roadway shall be lower than an elevation of 14 feet (4267.2 mm) above the roadway surface. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)

91.3201.3. Other Laws. The provisions of this division shall not be construed to permit the violation of other laws or ordinances regulating the use and occupancy of public property.

Projections into the public right-of-way shall require the approval of the Department of Public Works.

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