Codes

Building Codes

2016 California Administrative Code
2016 California Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
2016 California Electrical Code - Based on the 2011 National Electric Code (NEC)
- Electrical work on commercial, industrial, or multi-family (more than two units) structures is required to be performed by a state-licensed electrical contractor
2017 County of Los Angeles Fire Code
2016 California Housing Code
2016 California Mechanical Code - Based on the 2015 Uniform Mechanical Code
2016 California Plumbing Code - Based on the 2015 Uniform Plumbing Code
- Pressure regulators are required on all water systems
- Use of asbestos-cement in potable water systems is prohibited
2016 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2 - Based on the 2015 International Building Code
2016 California Residential Code
- Grading requirements are modified
- Installation and construction of fences and walls shall not be exempt from building permit requirements
2016 California Green Building Standards Code

For more information on adopted building codes, contact the Building Safety Division at 562-989-7348.