Chapter 1A Zoning Code

Sec. 15.3.12.

nce of the development as a unified development is continued into perpetuity; ii. the floor area used and the remaining unbuilt floor area, if any, is allocated to each lot; iii. the unifying design elements are maintained and continued into perpetuity; iv. the covenant is binding on all assigns and successors in interest; and v. An individual or entity is specified to be responsible and accountable for compliance and the fee for the annual inspection of compliance by the Department of Building and Safety, required pursuant to Sec. 15.3.12. (Annual Inspection of FAR Averaging & Density Transfer Covenants). [ FORM - FrONt AGe - St ANDArDS ] [ USe - DeNSit Y ] Div. 2C.4. (Floor Area Ratio & Height) | 2-77 Sec. 2C.4.1. (Floor Area Ratio (FAR)) Last amended by Ord. 188,478 (Resolution), Eff. 06/18/2025 City of Los Angeles Zoning Code Chapter 1A Sec. 2c .4.2. HEIGHT IN FEET Height in feet is defined as the vertical dimension of a building or structure measured in feet. A. Intent the intent of the standards of this Section (Height In Feet) is to provide adequate light, air, safety, and to protect the character of an area and the interests of the general public. B. Applicability Height in feet standards apply to all new construction or an exterior modification on a lot where the applied Form District (Part 2B.) specifies a maximum height in feet standard. c. Standards 1. Buildings and structures shall not exceed the base maximum height in feet without meeting Div. 9.3. (Community Benefits Program), or an applicable Specific Plan, Supplemental District, or Special Zone 2. Tier 1 Bonus a. Buildings and structures may exceed the base maximum height in feet up to the tier 1 bonus height of the applied Form District (Part 2B.) as allowed in Div. 9.3. (Community Benefits Program), if the participating project provides the required restricted affordable units. b. Projects participating in incentive programs intended to implement State law, including the State Density Bonus Progra