# Building permits at 137 E 97th St, Los Angeles, CA

The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $435,000 new building at 247-247 1/2 E 97th St, permitted Sep 28.

One permit on record here. The newest, Sep 22: Re-roof with new sheathing. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 18 more permits since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 690 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 22 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Product  | $6,600 | [26016-90000-25891](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-25891/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

18 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 14 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 2026 | [122 E 98th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/122-e-98th-st/) | 480 ft S | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 14 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Product  | $4,200 | [26016-90000-26568](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-26568/) |
| Sep 28, 2026 | [247-247 1/2 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/247--247-1_2-e-97th-st/) | 690 ft E | New building | Eplan. (N) 2 Story duplex with attached garage. Nfpa-13d sprinklers throughout | $435,000 | [26010-10000-01524](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26010-10000-01524/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [131 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/131-e-99th-st/) | 660 ft S | Alteration or repair | 13 window(s). Window and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows replaced in all residential buildings, three stories or less, per Title 24, Part 6, Section 150 | $9,750 | [26016-90000-22762](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-22762/) |
| Aug 21, 2026 | [111 E Century Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/111-e-century-blvd/) | 1,000 ft S | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 17 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $3,400 | [26016-90000-22410](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-22410/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [236 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/236-e-99th-st/) | 960 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Water damage, termite damage/ dry rot repair less than 10% of replacement cost of residential buildings.Install radiant barrier and/or insulation in attic for residential buildings. | $17,500 | [26016-90000-22212](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-22212/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [236 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/236-e-99th-st/) | 960 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 2 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).7 door(s). Window and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows replaced in all r | $17,510 | [26016-90000-22207](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-22207/) |
| Aug 20, 2026 | [236 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/236-e-99th-st/) | 960 ft SE | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 84 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Product  | $60,490 | [26016-90000-22200](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-22200/) |
| Aug 4, 2026 | [236 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/236-e-99th-st/) | 960 ft SE | Addition | ePlan. Addition to (E) SFD | $65,000 | [26014-10000-02515](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26014-10000-02515/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [241 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/241-e-99th-st/) | 930 ft SE | Alteration or repair | 23 window(s). Window and door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows replaced in all residential buildings, three stories or less, per Title 24, Part 6, Section 150 | $5,750 | [26016-90000-19175](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-19175/) |
| Jul 6, 2026 | [247 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/247-e-97th-st/) | 690 ft E | Demolition | ePlan. Demolish existing single family dwelling and existing detached garage. | $5,500 | [26019-10000-01771](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26019-10000-01771/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [150-150 1/2 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/150--150-1_2-e-99th-st/) | 750 ft S | Addition | Rear unit addition to dwelling to create duplex. Building to be fully sprinklered throughout NFPA 13D. | $92,000 | [25014-70000-04332](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/25014-70000-04332/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [132-132 1/2 W Colden Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/132--132-1_2-w-colden-ave/) | 870 ft W | Alteration or repair | Convert (E) garage to accessory dwelling unit per GC 66323(a)(1) all work per wfpp"comply with department order effective date03/06/2026. Permit will expire 30 days from issuance date" | $60,000 | [26016-20000-13274](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-20000-13274/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [114-114 1/2 E 94th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/114--114-1_2-e-94th-st/) | 960 ft N | New building | New 2 story 2-unit ADU per CA govt. Code 65852.2(e)(1)(D) and applicable part of LAMC 12.22 A.33 (c)-(d), (g) (Rear Building)---2 OF 2--- | $230,000 | [24010-30000-04971](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/24010-30000-04971/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [224 E 95th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/224-e-95th-st/) | 780 ft NE | Alteration or repair | New Stucco w/wire lath over (e) siding to remain. Area = 800 sqft. | $2,400 | [26016-90000-11897](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-11897/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | [312 E 99th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/312-e-99th-st/) | 0.24 mi SE | Alteration or repair | (1) Kitchen/ (1) bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes). MEPs Included | $18,000 | [26016-70000-21525](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-70000-21525/) |
| Jul 2, 2026 | [10008 S Main St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/10008-s-main-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Roofing | Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 29 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ). For residential roof replacement > 50% of the total roof area, apply Cool Roof Pro | $5,800 | [26016-90000-17523](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/26016-90000-17523/) |
| May 26, 2026 | [112-112 1/2 W 94th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/112--112-1_2-w-94th-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | New building | NEW 3 STORY DUPLEX (front building)---1 OF 2--- | $340,000 | [24010-30000-04970](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/24010-30000-04970/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [112 W 94th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/112-w-94th-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Demolition | Demo (E) SFD with detached garage. Sewer cap and pedestrian protection fence is required. | $10,000 | [24019-30000-04773](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/permit/24019-30000-04773/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on E 97th St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [242-242 1/2 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/242--242-1_2-e-97th-st/): newest permit Mar 6, 2025
- [244 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/244-e-97th-st/): newest permit Oct 14, 2025
- [244-244 1/2 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/244--244-1_2-e-97th-st/): newest permit Aug 11, 2025
- [247 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/247-e-97th-st/): newest permit Jul 6, 2026
- [247-247 1/2 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/247--247-1_2-e-97th-st/): newest permit Sep 28, 2026
- [425 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/425-e-97th-st/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025
- [427 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/427-e-97th-st/): newest permit Aug 25, 2025
- [443 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/443-e-97th-st/): newest permit Aug 7, 2025
- [445 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/445-e-97th-st/): newest permit Mar 11, 2025
- [653 E 97th St](https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/653-e-97th-st/): newest permit Aug 14, 2025

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Map, the one permit at this address and 18 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/los-angeles/address/137-e-97th-st/
