Quick answer: If you’re building an addition, ADU, or remodel in Los Angeles, your project must meet California Title 24 energy efficiency standards, covering insulation, windows, HVAC, lighting, and water heating — it’s checked at both permit and inspection. APLA Construction (CA Lic #1136359) designs every project to meet Title 24 from the start.
If you are building an addition, ADU, or remodel in Los Angeles, your project must meet California Title 24 energy efficiency standards. Title 24 affects insulation, windows, HVAC, lighting, and water heating, and it is checked at permit and inspection. Understanding it up front saves time and money. APLA Construction is a licensed LA general contractor (CA Lic #1136359) that designs every project to meet Title 24 from the start.
Title 24, Part 6, is California’s Building Energy Efficiency Standards. It sets minimum requirements for energy use in new construction and many renovations. Updated on a multi-year cycle, the standards continue to push toward high-efficiency and electric-ready homes. In Los Angeles, LADBS and local building departments enforce Title 24 as part of the permit process.
Newer additions and ADUs may also need to be solar-ready or include solar depending on size and type.
Title 24 compliance is shown through energy calculations submitted with your permit plans, prepared by a certified energy consultant. At construction, inspectors verify insulation, duct sealing, and window specs. APLA coordinates the Title 24 report, builds to those specs, and schedules inspections so your project passes the first time.
Designing for Title 24 from day one avoids costly change orders, failed inspections, and delays. It also lowers your utility bills for the life of the home, a real benefit given LA energy costs. For remodels and additions, see our remodeling and addition services.
Additions and many remodels that alter conditioned space, windows, HVAC, or lighting must comply. APLA confirms exactly what applies to your project.
Yes. All new ADUs must meet California Title 24 energy standards, including insulation, glazing, and efficient systems.
A certified energy analyst prepares the calculations submitted with your permit. APLA coordinates this as part of your plan package.
It adds modest cost for efficient windows, insulation, and systems, but it is required, and it reduces long-term energy bills. Building it in from the start is the most economical approach.
APLA Construction designs and builds Title 24 compliant additions, ADUs, and remodels across Los Angeles. Licensed CA Lic #1136359 — verify on CSLB. Call (818) 818-4419 or email info@aplaconstruction.com for a free consultation.