Yes! You can use AI to fill out LADWP Service Planning Information

The Load Summary is the most complex section and is frequently filled out incorrectly. Mistakes include entering values in the wrong units (e.g., Amps instead of kW, or tons of AC instead of kW), misallocating loads between single-phase (1Ø) and three-phase (3Ø) columns, or confusing 'House (Non-Tenant)' loads with 'Tenant' loads. These errors lead to incorrect service design, significant project delays, and potential rejection of the application. To avoid this, consult the project's electrical engineer for the precise load calculations and carefully review each entry before submission. AI-powered tools like Instafill.ai can help by providing validation checks to ensure data consistency and proper unit entry.

Applicants often guess or select 'No methane present' without consulting the required resource. The form explicitly directs users to http://zimas.lacity.org to determine the property's methane status. Incorrectly stating the methane status can cause severe delays when the utility company's records conflict with the form, and it poses a significant safety risk. If the site is in a buffer zone, failing to provide the required test data will result in an incomplete application. Always use the ZIMAS portal to verify the status and attach all required documentation.

The form requests information for three distinct roles: Legal Contact, Plans Submitter, and Property Owner. A common error is to list the same person for all three, even when different parties are involved, or to leave sections blank. The 'Legal Contact' is specifically defined as the person responsible for contracts and payments, which may not be the owner or architect. This confusion can lead to legal documents and refund checks being sent to the wrong person, causing financial and administrative delays. Carefully identify the correct individual for each role.

Applicants frequently make simple arithmetic errors when providing building dimensions. A typical mistake is when the sum of the 'Residential Size' (Box 13) and 'Commercial Size' (Box 14) does not equal the 'Total Building Size' (Box 15). This discrepancy flags the form for review and can halt the planning process until the figures are clarified and corrected. To prevent this, double-check all calculations and ensure the individual components add up to the stated total. AI form-filling tools can be configured to perform these calculations automatically, preventing such errors.

Several fields, such as 'Energy Storage*' (Box 9) and 'Closed Transition Switch' (Box 45), have notes indicating that supplemental data sheets or specific certificates are required. Applicants often check these boxes but fail to attach the necessary documentation. This results in an incomplete submission that will be rejected or placed on hold. Always read the fine print and notes associated with each field to ensure all required attachments are included with the submission.

Property owners or architects without a deep electrical background may guess the 'Service Voltage', 'Service Equipment Rating', or 'Meter Disconnect Rating'. Selecting an incorrect voltage or amperage can lead to the design of a completely inappropriate electrical service, requiring costly and time-consuming redesigns. This information should be provided by the project's electrical engineer. If you are not the electrical engineer, leave these fields for them to complete.

The form asks for EV charger information in two places: the total load in kW in the Load Summary (Box 36) and the total number of chargers by level (Box 37). A frequent mistake is a mismatch between these two sections, where the specified load does not correspond to the number and type of chargers listed. This inconsistency requires clarification and delays the review process. Ensure the total kW load in Box 36 accurately reflects the count and voltage of chargers detailed in Box 37.

Applicants sometimes enter their company's mailing address or a P.O. Box in the 'Project Address' field instead of the physical location of the construction site. The project address is used to identify the specific service location, so an incorrect entry can lead to planners assessing the wrong property or being unable to locate the project at all. Always use the exact street number, street name, city, and zip code of the site where the service is needed.

Forgetting to physically sign and date the form is one of the most common and easily avoidable mistakes. An unsigned application is not legally valid and will be immediately rejected, forcing the applicant to resubmit and lose their place in the queue. Since this is a non-fillable PDF, it must be printed for a wet signature. Always perform a final check for a signature and date before submitting the document. Tools like Instafill.ai can convert flat PDFs into fillable versions that support digital signatures, reducing the chance of this error.

In sections with checkboxes, applicants sometimes select multiple options that are mutually exclusive, such as checking both 'Permanent Overhead' and 'Permanent Underground' in Box 30. This indicates confusion and makes it impossible for the service planner to know the project's actual requirements, leading to processing delays while they seek clarification. Carefully read the options in each section and select only one choice where indicated, such as in the 'Methane Status' (Box 16) or 'Service Voltage' (Box 33) sections.