The 2019 California Building Code, Volume 1 of Part 2, is a crucial segment of the triennial publication that includes adoptions, amendments, and the repeal of administrative regulations according to the California Code of Regulations, Title 24. Known as the California Building Standards Code, it is issued every three years, supplemented by interim updates as required by the California legislature. This body of law, formulated by various state agencies, boards, commissions, and departments, is designed to enforce state statutes within the construction and building sector. These regulations become effective 180 days after publication unless specified otherwise.
The Code is applicable to all types of occupancies within California and can be amended by local jurisdictions to enforce more stringent standards due to unique local environmental conditions. Such local amendments need to be officially filed with the California Building Standards Commission to be enforced.
The volume details how to distinguish between standard model code language and specific California amendments, which are italicized to highlight modifications tailored to the state’s unique needs. It also outlines the roles of various state agencies involved in the building standards process through acronyms listed in a matrix. These acronyms help users quickly identify which agency has jurisdiction over certain aspects of the building code.
Additionally, this document provides guidance on the matrix adoption tables that indicate which sections of the model code have been adopted or amended by each state agency, based on their legislative authority and scope of responsibility. These tables serve as a non-regulatory reference to aid users in navigating the complex landscape of building regulations in California.
