Ordinance 183893 Compliance Documentation
Last updated: August 27, 2026
What are the official close-out requirements?
Per Ordinance 183893, two official close-out items dismiss the Order:
| Close-out requirement | Ordinance section | Who provides it |
|---|---|---|
| County Recorder certificate | §91.9306.6 | Department files with County Recorder |
| Statement on the approved plans | §91.9310.2 | California civil or structural engineer or architect (§91.9305.1) |
Why is ordinance-specific documentation required?
Ordinance 183893 mandates specific retrofit standards and documentation procedures. LADBS requires the official close-out items (County Recorder certificate per §91.9306.6 and statement on the approved plans per §91.9310.2) to dismiss the Order. Lender PML/SEL appraisals prepared for Freddie Mac underwriting do not satisfy city ordinance documentation standards because they serve different purposes and recipients.
| Document type | Purpose | Dismisses Order? |
|---|---|---|
| County Recorder certificate (§91.9306.6) | Official close-out filed by Department | Yes — required |
| Statement on approved plans (§91.9310.2) | Design professional close-out statement | Yes — required |
| Lender PML/SEL (Probable Maximum Loss / Scenario Expected Loss) | Freddie Mac real estate appraisal for earthquake collateral risk (ASTM E2026) | No |
Frequently asked questions
What is Ordinance 183893 compliance documentation?
Per Ordinance 183893, compliance requires the Department to file a County Recorder certificate (§91.9306.6) and the design professional (a California civil or structural engineer or architect per §91.9305.1) to put a statement on the approved plans (§91.9310.2). These official close-out items dismiss the Order to Comply.
Does a lender PML/SEL satisfy Ordinance 183893 documentation requirements?
No. A PML (Probable Maximum Loss) or SEL (Scenario Expected Loss) is a Freddie Mac multifamily real estate appraisal per ASTM E2026 for earthquake collateral risk. LADBS requires the official close-out items: a County Recorder certificate (§91.9306.6) filed by the Department and a statement on the approved plans (§91.9310.2) from the design professional (a California civil or structural engineer or architect per §91.9305.1).