Backflow Prevention in Los Angeles, CA
5 jurisdictions · 50 providers · 5 compliance rules
Jurisdiction-by-Jurisdiction Requirements
The Los Angeles metro spans 5 independent fire jurisdictions, each with its own inspection requirements, deadlines, and enforcement. Here is how they compare.
| Jurisdiction | AHJ | Fire Marshal | Reporting Portal | Portal Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | Los Angeles Fire Department, Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau | David Perez | TCE | $18-$37 per report per system type per site |
| Long Beach | Long Beach Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau | Robbie Grego | TCE | $18–$37 per report per system type |
| Pasadena | Pasadena Fire Department, Fire Prevention and Environmental Safety Division | Jose Enriquez | TCE | $18–$37 per system type per site |
| Glendale | Glendale Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau | Jovan Diaz | — | No third-party portal filing fees; standard city permit and inspection fees apply per the Glendale fee schedule |
| Santa Monica | Santa Monica Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division | Joe Cavin | TCE | $20 per system per report submission |
Los Angeles
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Los Angeles Fire Department, Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau
- Fire Marshal
- David Perez
- Phone
- (213) 978-3800
- lafdfpb@lacity.org
- Third-Party Reporting Portal
- TCE
- Portal URL
- https://www.thecomplianceengine.com
- Portal Fee Range
- $18-$37 per report per system type per site
- Portal Notes
- Required for high-rise buildings (75 feet or greater); other properties submit reports as directed by assigned LAFD fire inspector. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, kitchen hood suppression, emergency generator, smoke management system, fire door, elevator emergency operations.
Long Beach
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Long Beach Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau
- Fire Marshal
- Robbie Grego
- Phone
- (562) 570-2563
- Third-Party Reporting Portal
- TCE
- Portal URL
- https://www1.thecomplianceengine.com
- Portal Fee Range
- $18–$37 per report per system type
- Portal Notes
- Required for all commercial buildings. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, kitchen hood suppression, smoke management, emergency power, fire protection assemblies, emergency responder radio coverage, elevator fire service.
Pasadena
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Pasadena Fire Department, Fire Prevention and Environmental Safety Division
- Fire Marshal
- Jose Enriquez
- Phone
- (626) 744-4668
- Third-Party Reporting Portal
- TCE
- Portal URL
- https://www.thecomplianceengine.com
- Portal Fee Range
- $18–$37 per system type per site
- Portal Notes
- Required for all fire protection ITM reports per Fire Prevention Bureau policy. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, fire extinguisher, kitchen hood suppression, water storage tank, private fire main, water spray fixed system, foam water sprinkler system, emergency responder radio coverage.
Glendale
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Glendale Fire Department, Fire Prevention Bureau
- Fire Marshal
- Jovan Diaz
- Phone
- (818) 548-4814
- Portal Fee Range
- No third-party portal filing fees; standard city permit and inspection fees apply per the Glendale fee schedule
- Portal Notes
- Glendale does not use a third-party reporting portal. Reports are submitted directly to the Fire Prevention Bureau. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, fire extinguisher, kitchen hood suppression.
Santa Monica
Your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
- Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Santa Monica Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division
- Fire Marshal
- Joe Cavin
- Phone
- (310) 458-8915
- Third-Party Reporting Portal
- TCE
- Portal URL
- https://www.thecomplianceengine.com
- Portal Fee Range
- $20 per system per report submission
- Portal Notes
- Required for all fire protection ITM reports per SMMC §8.40.020(b). Contractors must electronically submit all compliant and non-compliant reports to SMFD via a Fire Marshal-approved method. Accepted report types: fire sprinkler, fire alarm, standpipe, fire pump, fire extinguisher, kitchen hood suppression.
Inspection and Compliance Services
Licensed Contractors
50 licensed fire protection contractors serve the Los Angeles metro area, verified against California CSLB records.