Codes

Building Codes

1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings
1997 Uniform Housing Code
2021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code
2021 International Property Maintenance Code
2022 California Administrative Code
2022 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2 - Based on the 2021 International Building Code
2022 California Electrical Code - Based on the 2020 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
2022 California Mechanical Code - Based on the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code
2022 California Plumbing Code - Based on the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code
- Pressure regulators are required on all water systems
- Use of asbestos-cement in potable water systems is prohibited
2022 California Residential Code - Based on the 2021 International Residential Code
- Grading requirements are modified
- Installation and construction of fences and walls shall not be exempt from building permit requirements
2022 California Green Building Standards Code
2023 County of Los Angeles Fire Code - Based on the 2022 California Fire Code and the 2021 International Fire Code

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

The CA Building Codes can be accessed through the Building Standards Commission website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/Codes

The LA County Fire Code can be accessed through the LA County Code of Ordinances: http://lacounty-ca.elaws.us/code/coor_title32