Rules · LA County
Do You Need HOA Approval or a Permit to Paint in LA County?
No building permit is needed to repaint a house in LA County. What matters is the HOA: most HOAs require architectural committee approval before exterior painting.
Permits
Repainting a house in LA County does not require a building permit.
HOA approval
Most HOAs require architectural committee approval before you paint the exterior, usually from a pre-approved palette covering body, trim, accents, garage door and gutters. Review takes 14 to 60 days, so submit early. Paint an unapproved color and the HOA can force a repaint at your cost.
Lead rules (pre-1978 homes)
Pre-1978 home? We tell you what the paint needs before we quote. Lead work goes to a certified contractor.
Answers
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