Pre-Approved Plans
Homeowners looking for options to rebuild due to the Eaton and Palisades wildfires may use a pre-approved standard plan. These designs have already been reviewed for compliance with zoning and building codes, streamlining the permitting process. Click here to learn more about pre-approved plans.
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
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
For homeowners
Browse the pre-approved standards plans in the online catalog. These designs comply with either requirements in the Foothills or Coastal areas.
For designers
Licensed professionals can submit designs for single-family homes or ADU plans for review and inclusion in the pre-approved standard catalog. Submitted designs must meet current zoning, building, residential, and green-building codes, and must be located in the eligible fire-rebuild Foothills or Coastal zones.
Get started
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.