Do I need a permit to remodel bathroom in LA?

Mar 31, 2026

Yes, you do. All cities in southern California require a permit for bathroom remodeling projects. Some cities will have it on one building permit that covers it all and some cities will make you obtain different permits for the different trades, plumbing, electrical Etc.

The requirements for a bathroom permit are usually simple, if you are not doing any structural modifications, most cities consider this as an express permit that can be obtained online quite easily. Your bathroom remodeling contractor should be able to handle this for you.