To better assist Department of Building and Safety customers, this past quarter, the following enhancements to services were implemented:

• The Plan Check and Inspection System (PCIS) System has been updated to identify applications as ED1 for affordable housing.
• Updates in ePermit were completed for Solar Contractors with C46 licenses, and they can now use ePermit for Solar PV (solar photovoltaic) applications with Energy Storage Systems (ESS) logic.
• LADBS is running a pilot program with iPads in the field. Devices have been issued to Code Enforcement and Inspection Bureau staff. The new feature is for iPads to allow viewing electronic plans in the field. The devices are also used to access other LADBS systems.