Los Angeles
Plumbing express permit for replacing water heaters when eligible
LADBS Express Permits list replacing water heaters under plumbing work eligible for express permits. Water heater projects should still confirm the correct LADBS route when the scope includes fuel, venting, electrical, structural, location, or heat pump conversion changes beyond a simple eligible replacement.
Official applicationSource record
City of Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety: Express Permits (No Plan Check Required)- Type
- Local Building Department
- Tier
- A
- Verified
- 2026-05-01