Pre-Approved Plans
Homeowners rebuilding after the Eaton and Palisades wildfires may be able to use a pre-approved standard plan. These plans have already been reviewed for compliance with zoning and building code requirements, but still require site planning and other property-specific details to complete the review. An application with Regional Planning and the Public Works Building and Safety Division is required, and homeowners will need to work with the design professional who created the plan. Pre-approved plans can now be accessed in the canibuild Portal, where you can view them on your parcel and pre-check zoning compliance.
Explore Your Rebuild Options with the LA County Pre-Approved Plan Portal
A free tool that helps homeowners understand what can be built on their property, instantly.
LA County has partnered with Canibuild, an AI-powered pre-construction platform, to provide residents with an easy, guided experience for evaluating rebuilding options.
Use the Portal to:
- Confirm zoning and lot requirements
- Browse Pre-Approved Plans
- Visualize plan fit
- Understand requirements and next steps
- Connect with County resources or licensed builders
Homeowners looking to rebuild due to the Eaton and Palisades wildfires may be able to use a pre-approved standard plan.
LA County is now accepting applications for standard plan fire rebuilds. Designs will be reviewed and pre-approved for compliance with current zoning and building code requirements. Pre-approved standard plans and streamlined permitting processes can help homeowners rebuild more efficiently, safely, and affordably. This initiative can offer a scalable model of resilience, sustainability, and support for homeowners looking to rebuild while supporting long-term resilience, insurability, and sustainability at the community level.
Benefits of Using Pre-Approved Plans
Shortened review timeframe
Predictable review process
Reduced design cost
Explore Plans in the Portal or Catalog
You can browse a static list of plans in the Standard Plan Catalog, or use the canibuild Portal for an interactive experience where you can search by address, view plans on your parcel, and pre-check zoning compliance.
Designers
Design professionals can submit designs for single-family residential homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for review and inclusion in the Standard Plan Catalog. Property owners can use pre-approved designs for fire rebuilds in the Foothills or Coastal areas. Designs must comply with the current Zoning Code and Building, Residential, and Green Codes.
Property Owners
Property owners looking to rebuild can utilize a pre-approved standard plan in the online catalog. Pre-approved designs will comply with either requirements in the Foothills or Coastal area. To use the plans, contact the designer associated with the design to inquire about cost and contracting. Review and compliance with site-specific requirements is required to complete the permitting process.
Homeowners looking to rebuild due to the Eaton and Palisades wildfires may be able to use a pre-approved standard plan.
LA County is now accepting applications for standard plan fire rebuilds. Designs will be reviewed and pre-approved for compliance with current zoning and building code requirements. Pre-approved standard plans and streamlined permitting processes can help homeowners rebuild more efficiently, safely, and affordably. This initiative can offer a scalable model of resilience, sustainability, and support for homeowners looking to rebuild while supporting long-term resilience, insurability, and sustainability at the community level.
Benefits of Using Pre-Approved Plans
Shortened review timeframe
Predictable review process
Reduced design cost
Explore Plans in the Portal or Catalog
You can browse a static list of plans in the Standard Plan Catalog, or use the canibuild Portal for an interactive experience where you can search by address, view plans on your parcel, and pre-check zoning compliance.
Designers
Design professionals can submit designs for single-family residential homes and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for review and inclusion in the Standard Plan Catalog. Property owners can use pre-approved designs for fire rebuilds in the Foothills or Coastal areas. Designs must comply with the current Zoning Code and Building, Residential, and Green Codes.
Property Owners
Property owners looking to rebuild can utilize a pre-approved standard plan in the online catalog. Pre-approved designs will comply with either requirements in the Foothills or Coastal area. To use the plans, contact the designer associated with the design to inquire about cost and contracting. Review and compliance with site-specific requirements is required to complete the permitting process.
To learn more about pre-approved plans, visit planning.lacounty.gov.