ORDINANCE NO. 2025-007
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 15 (BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION) OF THE CHINO MUNICIPAL CODE, ADOPTING THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 24, INCLUDING THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE, CALIFORNIA WILDLAND INTERFACE CODE, AND THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE.
WHEREAS, the City of Chino (“City”) has previously adopted Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of Chino Municipal Code (“CMC”) WHEREAS, the City now desires to update the provisions of Title 15, Buildings and Construction to ensure that the regulations therein are consistent with current standards and suited to current conditions and circumstances in the City of Chino.
WHEREAS, the City now desires to amend CMC Title 15 to attain the foregoing objectives.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHINO HEREBY DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: Recitals Incorporated. The City Council finds the foregoing Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 2: Amendment to CMC Title 15. Title 15 of the City of Chino Municipal Code shall be amended in its entirety as follows:
“TITLE 15 – BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
Chapter 15.01 - FINDINGS
Sections:
15.01.010 - Findings.
15.01.010 - Findings.
The city council finds that the requirements set forth in this title are reasonable and necessary modifications because of climatic, geological, and topographical conditions within the City of Chino.
The "findings of need" contained herein address each of these conditions and present the local situations which cause the established amendments to be adopted.
A. The community experiences frequent low humidity, summer temperatures exceeding one hundred degrees Fahrenheit, and severe Santa Ana winds reaching gusts of ninety miles per hour. Adverse climatic conditions increase the likelihood of fire. Minor fires can rapidly spread because of the climate and vegetation.
B. The community periodically experiences drought and a resultant limited water supply. The limited rainfall and storage capacities, and continued consumption demands require sound management of water resources and conservation where possible. There is a need for changes and modifications in the California Building and California Plumbing Code, which will contribute to water conservation and water for suppression of large fires.
C. The community is situated in a region with ongoing seismic activity, placing both existing and future developments at risk of damage and potential fire.
D. There are a number of significant barriers and obstructions to quick emergency response. These include: increased vehicular traffic on surface streets; additional traffic signals; freeway, expressways, and storm drain channels which bisect the city; and the California Institution for Men. Existing older streets were in some cases designed as storm drains and become impassable during heavy rainfall.
F. The community is located in an air quality nonattainment region. Research conducted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District and reflected in the 2022 Air Quality Management Plan, promotes zero emission vehicles, appliances, and equipment.
Chapter 15.02 - ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
Sections:
15.02.010 - Adopted.
15.02.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
15.02.030 - Building Code—Incorporated.
15.02.040 - Permit fees.
15.02.010 - Adopted.
There is hereby adopted by reference the Uniform Administrative Code, 1997 Edition. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as the Uniform Administrative Code, 1997 Edition, is adopted as the Uniform Code of Administration of the various other building and structural codes adopted in this chapter. This code will replace the administrative and enforcement provisions of the other codes. Each and all regulations in the code are referred to, adopted, and made a part thereof as though fully set out in this section, excepting such portions as are deleted, modified or amended by this chapter.
15.02.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
The Uniform Administrative Code, adopted by Section 15.02.010, is amended as set out in this chapter.
15.02.030 - Building Code—Incorporated.
Amendments to the 2025 California Building Code, with errata, as detailed in Chapter 15.04 of this title, are referenced and incorporated into the corresponding sections of the 1997 Uniform Administrative Code.
15.02.040 - Permit fees.
All permit fees shall be evaluated every three years and be set by resolution of the city council.
Chapter 15.04 - BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.04.010 - Adopted.
15.04.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
15.04.030 - Section 501.2 amended—Address identification.
15.04.040 - Section 705.8.7 added—Industrial building doorways.
15.04.050 - Section 903.2 amended—Automatic sprinkler systems.
15.04.059 - Section 3109.2 amended—Definition of swimming pool.
15.04.060 - Section 3109.2.1 added—Applicability to residential settings.
15.04.061 - Section 3109.3 added—Residential swimming pools.
15.04.062 - Section 3109.3.1 added—Barrier height and clearances.
15.04.063 - Section 3109.3.2 added—Indoor swimming pools.
15.04.180 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.2 amended—Work exempt from permit.
15.04.181 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.1 amended—Payment of fees.
15.04.182 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.1 added—Permit fees.
15.04.183 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.2 added—Plan review fee.
15.04.184 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.3 added—Inspection fee.
15.04.185 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.4.1 added—Work commencing before permit issuance penalty.
15.04.186 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.6 amended—Refunds.
15.04.191 - Appendix J—Definition of Building Official.
15.04.192 - Section J103.1 amended—Permits required.
15.04.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Building Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 International Building Code, Volumes I, II, including Chapter 1, Division II, and appendices C, I, and J. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as California Building Code, 2025 Edition, Volumes I, II as copyrighted 2025 by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Building Code of the City of Chino, for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and maintenance of all buildings and structures in the city of Chino, providing for the issuance of permits therefor; and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted and made part hereof as though fully set out in this section, excepting such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended by this chapter.
15.04.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
The California Building Code, adopted by Section 15.04.010, is amended as set out in this chapter.
15.04.030 - Section 502.1 amended—Address identification.
Section 502.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
502.1 Address identification. Buildings shall have approved address numbers, building numbers or approved building identification placed in a position that is plainly legible and visible from the street or road fronting the property. These numbers shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be numerals or alphabetical letters. Numbering for one and two-family residential dwellings shall be four inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of one-half inch (12.7 mm). Numbering for buildings other than one and two-family residential dwellings shall be a minimum of eight inches (203 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of one inch (25.4 mm). Address identification shall be maintained.
15.04.040 - Section 705.8.7 added—Industrial building doorways.
Section 705.8.7 is added to the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
705.8.7 Industrial building doorways. When adjoining industrial properties are owned by the same person or entity, the fire-resistive exterior walls of an existing industrial building located within the ten feet of the common property line may contain a doorway provided that the following conditions must be met:
a. The doorway would be permitted if the common property line did not exist. b. The plans for the construction of the doorway must be approved and a building permit issued by the building official who is authorized to require reasonable fire protection measures as a condition of the issuance of the building permit. c. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the owner must record a covenant as to each property that, upon the sale of the property, the fire-resistive exterior wall shall be restored to meet the requirements of this section for each property qualifying for such doorway.
15.04.050 - Section 903.2 amended—Automatic sprinkler systems.
Section 903.2 of the California Building Code is amended by adding the following three paragraphs:
In addition to the requirements of Section 903, fire sprinklers are required for the construction of buildings five thousand square feet or more, regardless of fire walls, except for Group R-3 (one- and two-family dwelling) and Group U accessory to Group R-3 occupancies.
Fire Sprinklers are required when additions exceed five thousand square feet. When the addition is less than fifty percent of the original building square footage, the addition shall be equipped with a sprinkler system. When the addition is fifty percent or greater than the original building square footage, the entire structure shall be equipped with a sprinkler system.
Alternate automatic fire extinguishing systems complying with sections 904 of the California Building Code may be permitted in lieu of automatic sprinkler protection where recognized and approved by the Building Official and the Fire Marshall.
15.04.059 - Section 3109.2 amended—Definition of swimming pool.
The definition of "swimming pool" in Section 3109.2 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
"Swimming pool" Any structure intended for swimming, recreational bathing, wading, or other purposes, that contains water over eighteen inches (457 mm) deep. This includes in-ground, above-ground and on-ground pools; hot tubs; spas, fixed-in-place wading pools, water fountains, or any other constructed water feature.
15.04.060 - Section 3109.2.1 added—Applicability to residential settings.
Section 3109.2.1 is added to the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
3109.2.1 Applicability to residential settings. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this code, the provisions of Chapter 31 in this code shall apply to all residential single-family homes.
15.04.061 - Section 3109.3 added—Residential swimming pools.
Section 3109.3 is added to the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
3109.3 Residential swimming pools. The provisions of this section apply to the design and construction of barriers for swimming pools located on the premises of Group R-3 occupancy and shall comply with Sections 3109.3.1 through 3109.3.3.
15.04.062 - Section 3109.3.1 added—Barrier height and clearances.
Section 3109.3.1 is added to the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
3109.3.1 Barrier height and clearances. An outdoor swimming pool shall be provided with a barrier that shall be installed, inspected, and approved prior to plastering or filling the pool with water. The top of the barrier shall be at least sixty inches (1,524 mm) above grade, measured on the side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier shall be two inches (51 mm) measured on the side of the barrier which faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance at the bottom of the barrier may be increased to four inches (102 mm) when grade is a solid surface such as a concrete deck, or when the barrier is mounted on the top of the aboveground pool structure. When barriers have horizontal members spaced less than forty-five inches (1,143 mm) apart, the horizontal members shall be placed on the pool side of the barrier. Any decorative design work on the side away from the swimming pool such as protrusions, indentations or cutouts, which renders the barrier easily climbable, is prohibited. 3109.3.1.1 Openings. Openings in the barrier shall not allow passage of a four-inch (102 mm) diameter sphere.
EXCEPTIONS:
a. When vertical spacing between such openings is forty-five inches (1,143 mm) or more, the opening size may be increased such that the passage of a four-inch (102 mm) diameter sphere is not allowed. b. For fencing composed of vertical and horizontal members, the spacing between vertical members may be increased up to four inches (102 mm) when the distance between the top and bottom of horizontal members is forty-five inches (1,143 mm) or more. 3109.3.1.2 Solid barrier surfaces. Solid barriers which do not have openings shall not contain indentations or protrusions except for normal construction tolerances and tooled masonry joints. 3109.3.1.3 Chain link fences. Chain link fences used as the barrier shall not be less than eleven gauge, with an approved filler material interwoven between openings that provide a smooth surface free of foot and hand holds. 3109.3.1.4 Access gates. Access gates shall comply with the requirements of 3109.3.1 through 3109.3.1.3 and in no case shall any gate have a width greater than four feet (1,290 mm). Any access gate through the barrier must swing away from the pool or spa. Pedestrian access gates shall be self-closing and have a self-latching device. Where the release mechanism of the self-latching device is located less than fifty-seven inches (1,448 mm) from the bottom of the gate, (1) the release mechanism shall be located on the pool side of the barrier at least three inches (76 mm) below the top of the gate, and (2) the gate and barrier shall have no opening greater than one half inch (12.7 mm) within eighteen inches (457 mm) of the release mechanism. Any gates other than pedestrian access gates shall be equipped with lockable hardware or padlocks and shall remain locked at all times when not in use. 3109.3.1.5 Dwelling wall as a barrier. Where a wall of a Group R, Division 3 Occupancy dwelling unit serves as part of the barrier and contains door openings between the dwelling unit and the outdoor swimming pool that provides direct access to the pool, a separation fence meeting the requirements of Section 3109.3.1 shall be provided.
EXCEPTIONS: When approved by the Building Official, two of the following may be used. a. An enclosure that meets the requirements of Section 115923 and isolates the swimming pool or spa from the private single-family home. b. Removable mesh fencing that meets American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Specifications F2286 standards in conjunction with a gate that is self-closing and self-latching and can accommodate a key lockable device. c. An approved safety pool cover, as defined in subdivision (d) of Section 115921. d. Exit alarms on the private single-family home’s doors that provide direct access to the swimming pool or spa. The exit alarm may cause either an alarm noise or a verbal warning, such as a repeating notification that “the door to the pool is open.” e. A self-closing, self-latching device with a release mechanism placed no lower than 54 inches above the floor on the private single-family home’s doors providing direct access to the swimming pool or spa. f. An alarm that, when placed in a swimming pool or spa, will sound upon detection of accidental or unauthorized entrance into the water. The alarm shall meet and be independently certified to the ASTM Standard F2208 “Standard Safety Specification for Residential Pool Alarms,” which includes surface motion, pressure, sonar, laser and infrared type alarms. A swimming protection alarm feature designed for individual use, including an alarm attached to a child that sounds when the child exceeds a certain distance or becomes submerged in water, is not a qualifying drowning prevention safety feature. g. Other means of protection, if the degree of protection afforded is equal to or greater than that afforded by any of the features set forth above and has been independently verified by an approved testing laboratory as meeting standards for those features established by the ASTM or the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). 3109.3.1.6 Pool structure as a barrier. Where an above ground pool structure is used as a barrier or where the barrier is mounted on top of the pool structure, and the means of access is a ladder or steps, the (1) the ladder or steps shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent access or (2) the ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier that meets the requirements of Sections 3109.3.1 through 3109.3.1.4. When ladder or steps are secured, locked or removed, any opening created shall not allow the passage of a four-inch-diameter (102 mm) sphere.
15.04.063 - Section 3109.3.2 added—Indoor swimming pools.
Section 3109.3.2 is added to the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
3109.3.2 Indoor swimming pools. Walls surrounding indoor swimming pools shall not be required to comply with Section 3109.3.1.5.
15.04.180 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.2 amended—Work exempt from permit.
Section 105.2 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
105.2 Work exempt from permit. A building permit will not be required for the following:
1. One story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, gazebos, playhouses, temporary tents, and similar uses, provided the structure area, measured from the exterior, does not exceed one hundred twenty square feet and meets all required setbacks. Open structures, such as gazebos, will be measured from the roof line, not the support posts. It is permissible that these structures still be regulated by California Building Code Section 710A, despite exemption from permit.
2. Oil derricks.
3. Nonfixed and moveable fixtures, cases, racks, counters, and partitions not over five feet, nine inches in height.
4. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed five thousand gallons.
5. Platforms, decks, walks, and driveways not more than thirty inches above grade and not over any basement or story below and are not part of an accessible route.
6. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work.
7. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater stage sets and scenery.
8. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3 and U occupancies.
9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R, Division 3 Occupancy that are less than eighteen inches deep, do not exceed five thousand gallons, and are installed entirely above the ground.
10. Block walls and fences less than three feet in height.
11. Retaining walls under eighteen inches in height.
12. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
13. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not including service systems.
14. Nonfixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not over 5 feet 9 inches in height.
Unless otherwise exempted by this code, separate plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits will be required for the above exempted items. Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be in violation of any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
15.04.181 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.1 amended—Payment of fees.
Section 109.1 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
109.1 Payment of fees. The application plans, and specifications and other data filed by an applicant for a permit shall be reviewed by the Building Official. Such plans shall be reviewed by other departments of the city to verify compliance with any applicable laws or ordinances under their jurisdiction. If the Building Official finds that the work described in an application for a permit and the plans, specifications and other data filed therewith conform to the requirements of this code, and other pertinent laws and ordinances, and that the fees specified in Section 109.2.1 and the fees required by other departments of the city have been paid, the Building Official shall issue a permit therefor to the applicant.
15.04.182 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.1 added—Permit fees.
Section 109.2.1 is added to Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
109.2.1 Permit fees. A fee for each building permit shall be paid to the Building Official as set forth in a resolution adopted by the city council.
15.04.183 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.2 added—Plan review fee.
Section 109.2.2 is added to Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
109.2.2 Plan review fee. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 107, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. Said plan review fee shall be at an amount set by resolution of the city council.
15.04.184 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.2.3 added—Inspection fee.
Section 109.2.3 is added to Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
109.2.3 Inspection fee. That in lieu of the permit fees otherwise provided for in this section, the fee for the inspection of a structure to be moved into the City shall be paid as set by resolution of the city council.
15.04.185 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.4.1 added—Work commencing before permit issuance penalty.
Section 109.4.1 is added to Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code and shall read as follows:
109.4.1 Work commencing before permit issuance penalty. When the building official has determined that work which requires a permit by this code has commenced prior to permit issuance, a penalty equal to double the cost of the permit, may be charged.
15.04.186 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.6 amended—Refunds.
Section 109.6 of Division II of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
109.6 Refunds. The Building Official may authorize refunding of any fee paid hereunder in accordance with the department policies and procedures.
15.04.191 - Appendix J—Definition of Building Official.
Throughout Appendix J of the California Building Code where the word "Building Official" appears it shall be amended to read "City Engineer.”
15.04.192 - Section J103.1 amended—Permits required.
Section J103.1 of the California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
Except as exempted in Section J103.2, no grading shall be performed without first having obtained a permit thereof from the City Engineer. A grading permit does not include the construction of retaining walls or other structures.
A fee for each grading permit shall be paid as set forth in the City of Chino's Comprehensive Fee Schedule. Separate permits and fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this code. There shall be no separate charge for standard terrace drains and similar facilities. The fee for a grading permit authorizing additional work to that under a valid permit shall be the difference between the fee paid for the original permit and the fee shown for the entire project.
When a plan or other data are required to be submitted, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. Said plan review fee shall be as set forth in the City of Chino's Comprehensive Fee Schedule. Separate plan review fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this code.
For excavation and fill on the same site, the fee shall be based on the volume of excavation or fill, whichever is greater.
Chapter 15.06 - RESIDENTIAL CODE
Sections:
15.06.010 - Adopted.
15.06.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
15.06.030 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.2 amended—Work exempt from permit.
15.06.031 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.1.1 deleted.
15.06.032 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.1 amended—Payment of fees.
15.06.033 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.1 added—Permit fees.
15.06.034 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.2 added—Plan review fees.
15.06.035 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.3 added—Inspection fee.
15.06.036 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.5 amended—Refunds.
15.06.100 - Section R301.1.3.2 amended—Wood frame structures greater than two stories.
15.06.101 - Table R301.2(1) amended—Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria.
15.06.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Residential Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 International Residential Code, including Chapter 1, Division II, and Appendix V. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as California Residential Code, 2025 Edition, as copyrighted 2025 by the International Code Council, is adopted as the Residential Code of the City of Chino, for regulating the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area, and maintenance of all buildings and structures in the City of Chino, providing for the issuance of permits therefor; and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted, and made part hereof as though fully set out in this section, excepting such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended by this chapter.
15.06.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
The California Residential Code, adopted by Section 15.06.010, is amended as set out in this chapter.
15.06.030 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.2 amended—Work exempt from permit.
Section R105.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
R105.2 Work exempt from permit. A building permit will not be required for the following:
1. One story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, gazebos, playhouses, temporary tents, and similar uses, provided the structure area, measure from the exterior, does not exceed one hundred twenty square feet and meets all required setbacks. Open structures, such as gazebos, will be measured from the roof line, not the support posts. It is permissible that these structures still be regulated by Section 710A of the California Building Code, despite exemption from permit.
2. Oil derricks.
3. Nonfixed and moveable fixtures, cases, racks, counters, and partitions not over five feet, nine inches in height.
4. Water tanks supported directly upon grade if the capacity does not exceed five thousand gallons.
5. Platforms, decks, walks, and driveways not more than thirty inches above grade and not over any basement or story below.
6. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work.
7. Temporary motion picture, television, and theater stage sets and scenery.
8. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches from the exterior wall and do not require additional support of Group R-3 and U occupancies.
9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R, Division 3 Occupancy that are less than eighteen inches deep, do not exceed five thousand gallons, and are installed entirely above the ground.
10. Block walls and fences less than three feet in height.
11. Retaining walls under eighteen inches in height.
12. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two-family dwellings.
13. Driveways, sidewalks, and walks that are not part of an accessible route.
14. Decks not exceeding 200 square feet in area, that are not more than 30 inches above grade at any point, are not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.4 Unless otherwise exempted by this code, separate plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits will be required for the above exempted items. Exemption from the permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be in violation of any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
15.06.031 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.1.1 deleted.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section R105.3.1.1 of the California Residential Code is deleted.
15.06.032 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.1 amended—Payment of fees.
Section R108.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
R108.1. Payment of fees. The application plans, and specifications and other data filed by an applicant for a permit shall be reviewed by the Building Official. Such plans shall be reviewed by other departments of the City to verify compliance with any applicable laws or ordinances under their jurisdiction. If the Building Official finds that the work described in an application for a permit and the plans, specifications and other data filed therewith conform to the requirements of this code, and other pertinent laws and ordinances, and that the fees specified in Section 108.2.1 and the fees required by other departments of the City have been paid, the Building Official shall issue a permit therefor to the applicant.
15.06.033 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.1 added—Permit fees.
Section R108.2.1 is added to the California Residential Code and shall read as follows:
R108.2.1 Permit fees. A fee for each building permit shall be paid to the Building Official as set forth by resolution of the city council.
15.06.034 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.2 added—Plan review fees.
Section R108.2.2 is added to the California Residential Code and shall read as follows:
R108.2.2 Plan review fee. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 106 a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. Said plans review fee shall be set by resolution of the city council.
15.06.035 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.2.3 added—Inspection fee.
Section R108.2.3 is added to the California Residential Code and shall read as follows:
R108.2.3 Inspection fee. That in lieu of the permit fees otherwise provided for in this section, the fee for the inspection of a structure to be moved into the City shall be paid as set by resolution of the city council.
15.06.036 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section R108.5 amended—Refunds.
Section R108.5 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
R108.5 Refunds. The building official may authorize refunding of any fee paid hereunder in accordance with the department policies and procedures.
15.06.100 - Section R301.1.3.2 amended—Wood frame structures greater than two stories.
Section R301.1.3.2 of the California Residential Code is amended to read as follows:
R301.1.3.2 Wood frame structures greater than two stories. The building official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood frame construction more than two stories in height located in Seismic Design Category A, B, or C. Notwithstanding other sections, the law establishing these provisions is found in Business and Professions Code Sections 5537 and 6737.1.
The Building Official shall require construction documents to be approved and stamped by a California licensed architect or engineer for all dwellings of wood frame construction more than one story in height located in Seismic Design Category D 0 , D 1 , D 2 , or E.
15.06.101 - Table R301.2(1) Amended—Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria.
TABLE R301.2(1)
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND
SNOW
LOAD WIND DESIGN SEISMIC
DESIGN
CATEGORY f SUBJECT TO DAMAGE FROM WINTER
DESIGN
TEMP e ICE
BARRIER
UNDER-
LAY-
MENT
REQUIRED h FLOOD
HAZARDS g AIR
FREEZING
INDEX i MEAN
ANNUAL
TEMP j Speed d
(mph) Topo-
graphic
effects k Weathering a Frost line
Depth b Termite c Zero 110 No D 2 or E Negligible 12-24" Very Heavy 43 No See
footnote g 0 60 Footnotes: For S1: 1 pound per square foot = 0.0479 kPa, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s. a. Weathering may require a higher strength concrete or grade of masonry than necessary to satisfy the structural requirements of this code. The weathering column shall be filled in with the weathering index (i.e., "negligible," "moderate" or "severe") for concrete as determined from the Weathering Probability Map [Figure R301.2(3)]. The grade of masonry units shall be determined from ASTM C 34, C 55, C 62, C 73, C 90, C 129, C 145, C 216 or C 652. b. The frost line depth may require deeper footings than indicated in Figure R403.1(1). The jurisdiction shall fill in the frost line depth column with the minimum depth of footing below finish grade. c. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table to indicate the need for protection depending on whether there has been a history of local subterranean termite damage. d. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the wind speed from the basic wind speed map [Figure R30l.2(4)]. Wind exposure category shall be determined on a site-specific basis in accordance with Section R301.2.1.4. e. Temperatures shall be permitted to reflect local climates or local weather experience as determined by the building official. f. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the seismic design category determined from Section R301.2.2.1. g. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with (a) the date of the jurisdiction's entry into the National Flood Insurance Program (date of adoption of the first code or ordinance for management of flood hazard areas), (b) the date(s) of the Flood Insurance Study and (c) the panel numbers and dates of all currently effective FIRMs and FBFMs or other flood hazard map adopted by the authority having jurisdiction, as amended. (a) Chino became a "Community" per the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) on June 30, 1976 .....Community No. is 060272A/060272. (b) The latest Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report and Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) is August 28, 2008. (c) Plan Numbers of applicable FIRMs for our community are: 06071C: 8615H, 8616H, 8620H, 9330H, 9335H, 9345H, and 9375H. h. In accordance with Sections R905.2.7.1, R905.4.3.1, R905.5.3.1, R905.6.3.1, R905.7.3.1 and R905.8.3.1, where there has been a history of local damage from the effects of ice damming, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "NO." i. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the 100-year return period air freezing index (BF-days) from Figure R403.3(2) or from the 100-year (99%) value on the National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index- USA Method (Base 32°)" at HYPERLINK "https://cityofchino-my.sharepoint.com/ch-users/3043/ch-users/3043/Application Data/IQM2/MinuteTraq/[email protected]/Work/Attachments/www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html"www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html. j. The jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with the mean annual temperature from the National Climatic Data Center data table "Air Freezing Index-USA Method (Base 32°F)" atHYPERLINK "https://cityofchino-my.sharepoint.com/ch-users/3043/ch-users/3043/Application Data/IQM2/MinuteTraq/[email protected]/Work/Attachments/www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html" www.ncdc.noaa.gov/fpsf.html. k. In accordance with Section R30 1.2.1.5, where there is local historical data documenting structural damage to buildings due to topographic wind speed-up effects, the jurisdiction shall fill in this part of the table with "YES." Otherwise, the jurisdiction shall indicate "NO" in this part of the table.
Chapter 15.08 - MECHANICAL CODE
Sections:
15.08.010 – Adopted.
15.08.020 – Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.5 amended—Permit Fees.
15.08.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Mechanical Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code, including Chapter 1, Division II. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being designated and marked as the California Mechanical Code, 2025 Edition, copyrighted 2024 by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is adopted for regulating the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and cooling within the city of Chino and prescribing standards of inspection therefor, and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted and made a part hereof, as though fully set out in this chapter.
15.08.020 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.5 amended—Permit Fees.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.5 of the California Mechanical Code is amended to read as follows:
104.5 Fees. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this section and as designated in the fee schedule adopted by resolution of the city council.
Chapter 15.12 - INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE Sections:
15.12.010 - Adopted.
15.12.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
15.12.030 - Section 101.1 amended—Title.
15.12.050 - Section 103.3 amended—Fees.
15.12.051 - Section 112.4 amended—Failure to comply.
15.12.052 - Section 303 deleted—Swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
15.12.060 - Reserved.
15.12.062 - Section 304.14 amended—Insect screens.
15.12.064 - Section 602.3 amended—Heat supply.
15.12.066 - Section 602.4 deleted—Occupiable work spaces.
15.12.010 - Adopted.
There is hereby adopted by reference the International Property Maintenance Code, 2024 Edition. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as the International Property Maintenance Code, 2024 Edition, sponsored by the International Code Council, is adopted as the International Property Maintenance Code of minimum requirements of residential buildings and providing for enforcement thereof and penalties for violations of such code, and each and all the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of such International Property Maintenance Code, 2024 Edition, are referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as though fully set forth in this chapter.
15.12.020 - Additions, deletions and amendments.
The International Property Maintenance Code adopted by Section 15.12.010, is amended as set out in this chapter.
15.12.030 - Section 101.1 amended—Title.
Section 101.1 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the International Property Maintenance Code of the city of Chino, herein referred to as "this code."
15.12.050 - Section 103.3 amended—Fees.
Section 103.5 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended as follows:
103.5 Fees. The fees for activities and services performed by the City of Chino in carrying out its responsibilities under this code shall be indicated in the most current adopted User Fee Schedule.
15.12.051 - Section 110.4 amended—Failure to comply.
Section 110.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended as follows:
110.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to administrative citations as set forth in section 1.15 of the Chino Municipal Code, or any successor ordinance.
15.12.052 - Section 303 deleted—Swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.
Section 303 of the International Property Maintenance Code is deleted.
15.12.060 - Reserved.
15.12.062 - Section 304.14 amended—insect screens.
Section 304.14 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
304.14 Insect screens. At all times, every door, window and other outside opening required for ventilation of habitable rooms, food preparation areas, or any areas where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged or stored shall be supplied with approved tightly fitting screens of minimum sixteen mesh per inch and every screen door used for insect control shall have a self-closing device in good working condition.
15.12.064 - Section 602.3 amended—Heat supply.
Section 602.3 of the International Property Maintenance Code is amended to read as follows:
602.3 Heat supply. Every owner and operator of any building who occupies, rents, leases, or lets one or more dwelling units or sleeping units on terms, either expressed or implied, to furnish heat to the occupants at all times to maintain a minimum temperature of sixty-eight degrees F in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
15.12.066 - Section 602.4 deleted—Occupiable work spaces.
Section 602.4 of the International Property Maintenance Code is deleted.
Chapter 15.16 - ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS
Sections:
15.16.010 - Adopted.
15.16.011 - Section 202.1 added—Immediate hazardous condition.
15.16.020 - Section 801.1 amended—Procedure.
15.16.030 - Section 801.2 amended—Costs.
15.16.040 - Sections 802.1 and 802.2 deleted.
15.16.050 - Section 901 amended—Expense account for repair or demolition.
15.16.010 - Adopted.
There is hereby adopted by reference the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1997 Edition. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, is designated and marked as the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, whereby buildings and structures that endanger the life, limb, health, morals, property, safety or welfare of the general public or their occupants may be required to be repaired, vacated or demolished.
15.16.011 - Section 202.1 added—Immediate hazardous condition.
Section 202.1 is added to the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings and shall read as follows:
202.1 Immediate Hazardous Condition. Whenever the Building Official determines by inspection that a structure constitutes an immediate hazardous condition, the Building Official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate and notify the owner or other persons having charge or control of the structure. If neither can be located, the Building Official shall issue an order directed to the owner or other person in control of the structure to have the hazardous condition either removed or repaired immediately. If no one in charge of the structure can be located, the Building Official shall order the hazardous condition abated either by City personnel or by a private contractor.
Recovery of cost of repair or removal shall be as specified in Section 905.
15.16.020 - Section 801.1 amended—Procedure.
Section 801.1 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings is amended to read as follows:
801.1 Procedure. When any work or repair or demolition is to be done pursuant to Section 701.3 of this code, the Building Official shall issue his order therefor and the work shall be accomplished by City personnel or by private contract. Plans and specifications therefor may be prepared with architectural and engineering assistants on a contract basis. If any part of the work is to be accomplished by private contract, standard contractual procedures shall be followed.
15.16.030 - Section 801.2 amended—Costs.
Section 801.2 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings is amended to read as follows:
801.2 Costs. The cost of such work may be paid by a special assessment against the property involved, or may be made a personal obligation of the property owner, whichever the city council shall determine is appropriate.
15.16.040 - Sections 802.1 and 802.2 deleted.
Sections 802.1 and 802.2 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings are deleted.
15.16.050 - Section 901 amended—Expense account for repair or demolition.
Section 901 of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings is amended to read as follows:
Where the phrase "Director of Public Works" appears, it shall be amended to read "Building Official." Chapter 15.20 - HAZARDOUS AND UNSAFE COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS Sections:
15.20.010 - Definitions.
15.20.020 - Scope.
15.20.030 - Determination of compliance.
15.20.040 - Design and construction criteria.
15.20.050 - Maintenance of parapets or other appendages.
15.20.060 - Voluntary repairs or alterations—Compliance to California Building Code.
15.20.070 - Design criteria for buildings two or more stories in height.
15.20.080 - Immediately hazardous conditions—Notice to abate.
15.20.090 - Hazardous condition—Notice to abate.
15.20.100 - Expenses incurred by city—Collection.
15.20.110 - Reserved.
15.20.120 - Violation—Penalty.
15.20.010 - Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings respectively ascribed to them in this section:
A. "A matter of personal safety" means a situation where because of the conditions of a building or portions thereof a person or persons including the owner, tenants, or any occupants thereof may be potentially in danger of loss of life, property, or physical personal injury.
B. "A matter of public safety" means a situation where, because of the condition of a building or portions thereof, a person or persons other than the owners and tenants thereof are very likely to be in danger of loss of life, property, or physical injury.
C. "Commercial building" means any building used either partially or wholly for commerce at the inception date of this chapter.
D. "Hazardous building" means a building or structure which is structurally inadequate as required by the provisions of this chapter, or is otherwise potentially dangerous to human life, safety, health or public welfare, by reason of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, obsolescence, fire hazard, or abandonment.
E. "Immediately hazardous condition" means a condition involving a building or portions thereof that if not immediately corrected constitutes a real, present and immediate danger to life, safety, or health of any person.
F. Substandard building" means a building or portion thereof in which there exists defective conditions as required by the provisions of this chapter.
15.20.020 - Scope.
The provisions of this chapter apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of all commercial buildings either occupied or unoccupied within the city.
15.20.030 - Determination of compliance.
Whenever, in the opinion of the building official of the city, there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this chapter, or the building official has determined that there is insufficient evidence that a structure or methods of construction do not conform to all the requirements of this chapter, the building official shall require tests and engineering as proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the owner or his agent by an approved agency. Copies of required tests or engineering calculations shall be submitted to the building department and shall be retained by such department in a permanent file.
15.20.040 - Design and construction criteria.
A. Every existing building constructed prior to May 26, 1933, except a building to which this chapter does not apply, shall contain sufficient structural elements to resist and withstand horizontal forces from any direction of not less than either of the following, whichever is the greater:
1. Two percent of the total vertical design load for buildings over forty feet in height from the top of their foundations, and three percent of the total vertical load for buildings less than forty feet in height from the top of their foundations;
2. Twenty pounds per square foot of wind pressure on the vertical projection of the exposed surface of every portion of the building more than sixty feet in height, and fifteen pounds per square foot of wind pressure on the vertical projection of the exposed surface of every portion of the building sixty feet or less in height.
B. In computing the resistance of any building to horizontal forces the stresses resulting from the combined vertical and horizontal forces shall not exceed one and one-third times the allowable working stress as adopted and specified in the current building code or as amended.
15.20.050 - Maintenance of parapets or other appendages.
A. No building shall have any parapet or appendage attached to or supported by an exterior wall of the building and located adjacent to a public way or to a way set apart for exit from building or passage of pedestrians. If such parapet or appendage is not so adequately constructed, anchored, or braced as to remain wholly in its original position in event of an earthquake having the effect designed by Section 2305 of the California Building Code, compliance pursuant to Section 15.20.030 is required.
B. Whenever the building department determines by inspection that an existing parapet or appendage is not so adequately constructed, anchored, or braced as to remain wholly in its original position, the building official shall, by written notice addressed to the owner, person, or agent in control of the building, designate and describe the hazards and inadequacies of construction, anchorage, or bracing determined by such inspection and direct that the necessary correction be made to insure that all of the parapets or appendages remain in its original position. Upon receipt of such notice, the owner, person, or agent in control of the building where such parapet exists shall:
1. Within three months from the date of such notice submit to the building department, for its review and approval, suitable corrective plans; all such corrective plans shall have the intent of eliminating the parapet or appendage, or reconstructing such parapet or appendage so that it will conform structurally with the requirements of the California Building Code, or strengthening such parapet or appendage by bracing or other means so that it will resist the forces of an earthquake and remain in its original position;
2. Obtain the necessary alteration permit;
3. Within one year from the date of such notice, complete all work necessary or ordered; however, the city council may, upon application to it for an extension of such one year period, grant an extension of time not to exceed a total of three years from the date of such notice, where good cause is shown; the factors that the city council shall consider in determining whether an extension of time should be granted shall include, but not be limited to, the following factors:
a. The eminence and extent of the structural hazard and the degree of inadequacy of construction as determined by the city building division, b. The estimated cost to complete all work necessary or ordered in comparison to the fair market value of the building in question, c. The amount of progress, if any, shown by the applicant towards resolution of the problems described in the notice from the building division.
C. The city council may revoke any extension of time granted hereunder, after notice has been given to the applicant and public hearing held on the matter, at any time it determines that reasonable progress is not being made by the applicant to complete all work necessary or ordered.
15.20.060 - Voluntary repairs or alterations—Compliance to California Building Code.
All voluntary repairs or alterations shall be required to meet the standards, construction and engineering as provided in Chapter 1 Division II of the California Building Code as adopted by the city.
15.20.070 - Design criteria for buildings two or more stories in height.
It will be required that the owner or agent in control of all structures of two stories or more built prior to May 26, 1933, within the city shall be required to perform as follows:
A. Submit to the building department within a period of three years from the effective date of this chapter adequate engineering, including calculations, based upon the design criteria as adopted in this chapter, which would justify the story or stories above the first floor remaining, or corrective plans to bring the structure up to a standard equal to or better than the adopted design criteria; B. When the corrective plans have been approved, obtain the necessary alteration or repair permits; C. Complete all of the work necessary so the structure will conform structurally to all requirements of the adopted criteria within a period not to exceed three and one-half years from the effective date of this chapter.
15.20.080 - Immediately hazardous conditions—Notice to abate.
Whenever the building department determines by inspection that a structure or structures constitutes all immediately hazardous conditions as defined in this chapter, the building official shall give written notice to the owner or agent in control of the subject structure to abate such hazard. The notice shall describe the hazard and shall set forth a maximum time of thirty days to abate the hazard either by removal of the hazard or by repair or rehabilitation of the elements that constitute the hazard. If structural repairs are necessary to eliminate the hazard, such repairs shall meet the requirements of the design and construction criteria as adopted by this chapter.
15.20.090 - Hazardous condition—Notice to abate.
Whenever the building department determines by inspection that a structure or structures constitutes a hazardous condition as defined in this chapter, the building official shall give written notice to the owner or agent in control of the subject structure to abate such hazard. The notice shall describe the hazard and shall set forth a maximum time of ninety days to abate the hazard either by removal of the hazard or by repair or rehabilitation of the elements that constitute the hazard. If structural repairs are necessary to eliminate the hazard, such repairs shall meet the requirements of the design and construction criteria as adopted by this chapter.
15.20.100 - Expenses incurred by city—Collection.
Whenever such insufficient evidence or lack of compliance causes the city to incur an expense in order to obtain proper evidence or full compliance in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, such costs or expenses shall be charged to the owner of the premises involved as a special assessment on the land on which the building or structure is located and shall be collected in the manner provided for special assessments.
15.20.110 - Reserved.
15.20.120 - Violation—Penalty.
It is unlawful for any person to enlarge, alter, repair, improve, convert, use, occupy, or maintain any building or structure in the city or cause the same to be done contrary to or in violation of any of the provisions of this chapter.
Chapter 15.24 - PLUMBING CODE
Sections:
15.24.010 - Adopted.
15.24.020 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 1.4.5 amended—Fees.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Plumbing Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code, including Chapter 1, Division II. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being designated and marked as the California Plumbing Code, copyrighted 2024 by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is adopted for regulating the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing within the city, and prescribing standards of inspection therefor, and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as though fully set out in this chapter.
15.24.020 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.5 amended—Fees.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.5 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read as follows:
104.5 Fees. Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this section and as set forth by resolution of the city council.
Chapter 15.28 - ELECTRICAL CODE
Sections:
15.28.010 - Adopted.
15.28.015 - Fees.
15.28.020 - Article 590 amended—Temporary electrical power and lighting installations.
15.28.030 - Requirements for cable television wiring in residential dwelling units.
15.28.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Electrical Code, with errata, incorporating the 2023 National Electrical Code. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being designated and marked as the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition, as copyrighted 2023 by the National Fire Protection Association, is adopted as the Electric Code of the city of Chino for regulating the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and equipment within the city and prescribing standards of inspection and requirements therefor; and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as though fully set out in this chapter.
15.28.015 - Fees.
All permits shall be paid as set forth by Resolution of the City Council.
15.28.020 - Article 590 amended—Temporary electrical power and lighting installations.
Article 590 of the California Electrical Code is amended as follows:
590 Temporary electrical power and lighting installations.
During the Period of Construction. Temporary electrical power and lighting installations shall be permitted during the period of construction, remodeling, maintenance, repair, or demolition of buildings, structures, equipment, or similar activities. 80 Days. Temporary electrical power and lighting installations shall be permitted for a period not to exceed eighty days, between November 1 and January 19, for decorative lighting and similar purposes.
Emergencies and Tests. Temporary electrical power and lighting installations shall be permitted during emergencies and for tests, experiments, and developmental work.
Removal. Temporary wiring shall be removed immediately upon completion of construction or purpose for which the wiring was installed.
15.28.030 - Requirements for cable television wiring in residential dwelling units.
The following provision is added to the California Electrical Code:
Each single-family occupancy and each occupancy of a multifamily, Group R occupancy shall have installed therein a separate coaxial cable wiring system consisting of at least two outlet boxes, coaxial cable, junction boxes, and other necessary fixtures for the supply of Community Antenna Television (C.A.T.V.). The wiring system shall be installed such that a C.A.T.V. supply can be connected in the general vicinity of telephone service connections and said wiring system shall be installed in conformance with Article 820 of the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition. The outlet boxes shall be located in the dwelling to the satisfaction of the building official so as to make best future use of the C.A.T.V. system.
Chapter 15.30 - EXPEDITED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS (EVCS) Sections:
15.30.010 - Intent and purpose.
15.30.020 - Title, words and phrases.
15.30.030 - Applicability.
15.30.040 - Expedited review process.
15.30.050 - Electronic submittals.
15.30.060 - Association approval.
15.30.070 - Permit application processing.
15.30.080 - Technical review.
15.30.090 - Checklist.
15.30.090.a- Residential EV charger checklist.
15.30.090.b- Non-Residential EV charger checklist.
15.30.010 - Intent and purpose.
The intent and purpose of this chapter is to adopt an expedited, streamlined electric vehicle charging system permitting process to achieve timely and cost-effective installations of electric vehicle charging systems in compliance with California Government Code Section 65850.7, Assembly Bill No. 970 and Assembly Bill No. 1236. This chapter is designed to encourage the use of electric vehicles by removing barriers, minimizing costs to property owners and the city, and expanding the ability of property owners to install electric vehicle charging systems. This chapter allows the city to achieve these goals while protecting the public health and safety.
15.30.020 - Title, words and phrases.
This ordinance [from which this chapter derives] shall be known as the City of Chino Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit Expediting Ordinance. The terms, phrases, and words used in this chapter shall be construed in compliance with the definitions set forth by California Government Code Section 65850.7.
15.30.030 - Applicability.
Electric vehicle charging stations which qualify for expedited permit processing, pursuant to Government Code Section 65850.7, shall be subject to the administrative permitting procedures set forth in the city's Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit Expediting Ordinance.
15.30.040 - Expedited review process.
Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall implement an expedited administrative permit review process for electric vehicle charging stations, and adopt a checklist of all requirements with which electric vehicle charging stations shall comply with in order to be eligible for expedited review. The expedited administrative permit review process and checklist may refer to the recommendations in the checklist prescribed by the most current version of the "Plug-In Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Permitting Checklist" of the "Zero-Emission Vehicles in California: Community Readiness Guidebook" published by the governor's office of planning and research. The city's adopted checklist shall be published on the city's website.
EVCS Projects with 1-25 stations: 5 business days to deem an application complete or incomplete, once application is complete, 20 business days to issue an approval to build.
EVCS Projects with 26 or more stations: 10 business days to deem an application in/complete, 40 business days to issue an approval to build.
Parking Considerations: If EV Charging Stations and Support Equipment take place of parking spaces, city/county is required to reduce the number of required parking spaces.
15.30.050 - Electronic submittals.
Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentation. In accepting such permit applications, the building official shall also accept electronic signatures on all forms, applications, and other documentation in lieu of a wet signature by any applicant.
15.30.060 - Association approval.
Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall not condition the approval for any electric vehicle charging station permit on the approval of such a system by an association, as that term is defined by Civil Code Section 4080.
15.30.070 - Permit application processing.
A permit application that satisfies the information requirements in the city's adopted checklist shall be deemed complete and be promptly processed. Upon confirmation by the building official that the permit application and supporting documents meet the requirements of the city's adopted checklist, and are consistent with all applicable laws, the building official shall, consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, approve the application and issue all necessary permits. All permit applications require a zoning clearance determination. Such approval does not authorize an applicant to energize or utilize the electric vehicle charging station until approval is granted by the city. If the building official determines that the permit application is incomplete, he or she shall issue a written correction notice to the applicant, detailing all deficiencies in the application and any additional information required to be eligible for expedited permit issuance.
15.30.080 - Technical review.
It is the intent of this chapter to encourage the installation of electric vehicle charging stations by removing obstacles to permitting for charging stations, so long as the action does not supersede the building official's authority to address higher priority life-safety situations.
15.30.090 - Checklist.
The checklists authorized by this chapter are depicted in the following tables:
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Table 15.30.090.a
Table 15.30.090.b
Chapter 15.31-Wildland-Urban Interface Code
Sections:
15.31.010 - Adopted.
15.31.020 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 101.1 amended—Title.
15.31.030 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.4.1 amended-Conflicts
15.31.040 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.7 amended-Official Records
15.31.050- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.4.2 amended- Time limitation of application
15.31.060- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 106.4 amended- Vegetation management compliance
15.31.070- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 108.5 amended- Related fees
15.31.080- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.3.7 amended- Violation penalties
15.31.090- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.1 amended- General
15.31.100- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.5 amended- Appeals procedure
15.31.110- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.6 amended- Fees
15.31.120- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.1- General
15.31.130- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2.1- Permits
15.31.140- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2- Contents
15.31.150- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.1- General
15.31.160- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.2- Application
15.31.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code, that certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, as copyrighted and published in 2025 by the International Code Council, including any additions, insertions, deletions, and changes prescribed in this chapter, regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from wildfire.
15.31.020 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 101.1 amended—Title.
Chapter 1, Division II, Scope and Administration Part I General Provisions, Section 101.1 shall be changed to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code of the City of Chino, hereinafter referred to as “this code”.
15.31.030 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.4.1 amended-Conflicts Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part I General Provisions, Section 102.4.1 shall be changed to read as follows:
102.4.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the fire code official shall determine which provision meets the general intent of this code
15.31.040 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.7 amended-Official Records Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 104.7 shall be changed to read as follows:
104.7 Official Records. The jurisdiction shall keep official records as outlined by Sections 104.7.1 through 104.7.5. Such official records shall be retained for 3 years or as otherwise stipulated in the District’s records retention policy.
15.31.050- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.4.2 amended- Time limitation of application Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 105.4.2 shall be changed to read as follows:
105.4.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work or operation shall be deemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless a permit has been issued for said application; except that the fire code official is authorized to grant one or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 180 days each and the Fire District may charge an extension fee as outlined in the adopted fee schedule. The extension shall be requested by a means acceptable to the jurisdiction and shall be justifiable.
15.31.060- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 106.4 amended- Vegetation management compliance Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 106.4 shall be changed to read as follows:
106.4 Vegetation management compliance. Prior to the building permit final approval, the property shall be compliance with the vegetation management requirements prescribed in Section 603, including California Public Resources Code 4291 or California Government Code Section 51182 and or the requirements prescribed in the District’s Vegetation Management Ordinance as adopted by the jurisdiction. Acceptance methods of compliance inspection and documentation shall be determined by the enforcing agency and shall be permitted to include any of the following:
1. Local, state or federal fire authority or designee authorized to enforce vegetation management requirements.
2. Enforcing agency.
3. Third-party inspection and certification authorized to enforce vegetation management requirements.
4. Property owner certification authorized by the enforcing agency.
15.31.070- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 108.5 amended- Related fees Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 108.5 shall be changed to read as follows:
108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of work done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by a permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees or penalties that are prescribed by law or adopted in the jurisdiction’s fee schedule.
15.31.080- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 109.3.7 amended- Violation penalties Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 109.3.7 shall be changed to read as follows:
109.3.7 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall fail to obtain approval by the fire code official for the commencement of construction, alteration, or repair or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than 1,000 dollars or by imprisonment not exceeding six (6) months, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. In addition to, or in place of, the foregoing penalties, administrative penalties pursuant to the District’s Administrative Citation Ordinance may be imposed in connection with any violation of this code or any District Ordinance. Any person violating or who has violated any section of this code or District Ordinance may be issued an administrative citation in accordance with the Administrative Citation Ordinance.
15.31.090- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.1 amended- General Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 112.1 shall be changed to read as follows:
112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be selected by the Fire Chief and shall hold office as its pleasure. The fire code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall not have a vote on any matter before the board. The board shall adhere to the rules of procedure for conducting business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the fire code official.
15.31.100- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.5 amended- Appeals procedure Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 112.5 shall be added to read as follows:
112.5 Appeals procedure. The applicant may file an appeal with the Fire District’s Clerk of the Board within thirty (30) days of a final order, decision or determination made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Clerk of the Board shall fix the time and place of the hearing, which shall be at a District meeting facility not more than sixty (60) days after the date of the appeal. The Clerk of the Board shall give written notice of the time and place of the hearing to the initiating party, the Fire Chief, the fire code official and the Appeals Board. The Appeals Board shall keep a record of the proceedings of each hearing. The Appeals Board shall issue written findings and a decision within fifteen (15) days of the conclusion of the hearing which shall be mailed to the parties’ first-class mail, postage prepaid, at such address as they have provided.
15.31.110- Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.6 amended- Fees Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 112.6 shall be added to read as follows:
112.6 Fees. The fire code official and staff shall act as staff to the Appeals Board and for that purpose may determine and set fees to charge the appellant to cover the cost of preparation of the record for appeal.
15.31.120- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.1- General Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.1 shall be changed to read as follows:
602.1 General. The code official is authorized to require the owner or owner’s authorized agent for all new buildings or developments to be built or installed in a wildland-urban interface area or designated fire hazard severity zone to prepare and submit a fire protection plan. The fire protection plan shall be prepared to determine the acceptability of fire protection and life safety measures designed to mitigate wildfire hazards presented for the property under consideration. The fire protection plan shall be prepared by a registered design professional, qualified landscape architect, qualified fire safety specialist or similar specialist acceptable to the fire code official and shall analyze the wildfire risk of the building, project, premises or region to recommend necessary changes. A preliminary fire protection shall be submitted to the Fire District for review prior to the submission of the final fire protection plan.
15.31.130- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2.1- Permits Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2.1.1 shall be added to read as follows:
602.2.1 Permits. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.1 of the 2025 California Wildland Urban Interface Code and Section 105.6 of the 2025 California Fire Code. Permits require that plans and specifications be submitted to the fire code official for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit or the installation or alteration of landscaping or fuel modification of hazardous vegetation. All work shall be inspected and approved by the fire code official.
15.31.140- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2- Contents Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 602.2. shall be changed to read as follows:
4903.2 Contents. The fire protection plan shall be based on a project-specific wildfire hazard assessment that includes considerations of location, topography, aspect, climatic and fire history. The plan shall identify conformance with all applicable state wildfire protection regulations, statues and applicable local ordinances, whichever are more restrictive. The plan shall address fire department access, egress, road and address signage, water supply in addition to fuel reduction in accordance with Public Resources Code (PRC) 4290; the defensible space requirements in accordance with PRC 4291 or Government Code 51182; and applicable codes and standard for wildfire safety. The plan shall identify mitigation measures to address the project’s specific wildfire risk and shall include the information required in Section 602.3 through 602.3.2. In addition to the requirements of Section 602.3 through 602.3.2, The fire protection plan shall be provided with recommendations for a fuel modification area. Fuel modification areas shall be included into all entitlement documents and shall include the requirements set forth Section 603. A minimum fuel modification of 100 feet is required from each structure within the development. The overall width of the fuel modification shall consider the findings in the project-specific wildfire hazard assessment.
15.31.150- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.1- General Chapter 6-Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.1 shall be changed to read as follows:
604.1 General. Hazardous vegetation and fuels shall be managed to reduce the severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure to buildings and to reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings as required by applicable laws and regulations.
All elements of the final fire protection plan and fuel modification plans shall be maintained in accordance with said plans and are subject to the enforcement process outlined in the Section 109 and or the notice served to the property owner and or owners’ agent.
15.31.160- Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.2- Application Chapter 6 Fire Protection Requirements, Section 604.2 shall be changed to read as follows:
604.2 Application. Buildings and structures located in the following areas shall maintain the required hazardous vegetation and fuel management:
1. All unincorporated lands designated as a State Responsibility Area (SRA). 2. Land designated as a Very High Fire Hazard Zone by a city or local agency.
3. Land designated in a city or local agency ordinance as a wildland-urban interface (WUI) area.
In addition to the aforementioned, properties as required by the District’s Vegetation Management Ordinance shall comply with the provisions set forth herein as well as the requirements set forth in the adopted Ordinance.
Chapter 15.32 - FIRE CODE
Sections:
15.32.010 - Adopted.
15.32.020 - Findings.
15.32.030 - Definitions.
15.32.040 - Fees.
15.32.050 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 101.1 amended—Title.
15.32.060 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7 amended—Conflicts.
15.32.070 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7.2 amended—Provisions in referenced codes and standards.
15.32.080 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.10 amended—Fire Investigations.
15.32.090 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.5.59 amended- Additional Permits.
15.32.100 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.15.1 added—Fixed extinguishing systems.
15.32.110 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.26 added—. Additional construction permits
15.32.120 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 108.5 amended- Related fees
15.32.130 - Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 108.7 added-False or nuisance alarms.
15.32.140 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.1 amended— General.
15.32.150 - Reserved
15.32.160 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.5 added—Appeals procedure.
15.32.170 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.6 added—Fees.
15.32.180 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 113.4 amended—Violation penalties.
15.32.190 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 114.4 amended—Failure to comply.
15.32.200 - Section 304.1 amended—Waste accumulation prohibited.
15.32.210 - Section 304.1.3 amended—Vegetation.
15.32.220 - Sections 304.1.3.1 through 304.1.3.2.3.4 added.
15.32.230 - Section 305.6 added—Spark arrestor.
15.32.231 - Sections 307.1, 307.1.1, and 307.3 amended- General
15.32.232 - Section 311.5 amended- Placards.
15.32.240 - Sections 313.1.2 and 313.1.2.1 added.
15.32.250 - Section 503.1.2.1 added—Remoteness.
15.32.260 - Section 503.1.2.2 added—Aerial access.
15.32.270 - Section 503.2.1 amended—Dimensions
15.32.280 - Section 503.2.3 amended—Surface.
15.32.281 - Section 504.5 added- Fire service features.
15.32.290 - Section 505.1 amended—Address identification.
15.32.291 - Section 901.6 amended- Inspection, testing, and maintenance.
15.32.300 - Section 903.2 amended—Where required.
15.32.310 - Reserved
15.32.320 - Reserved
15.32.330 - Reserved
15.32.340 - Section 5601.1.3 amended—Fireworks.
15.32.341 - Section 5601.2.1 amended- Residential uses.
15.32.350 - Section 5601.7 amended—Seizure of fireworks.
15.32.360 - Appendix D, Section D101.1 amended—Scope.
15.32.370 - Appendix D, Section D102.1 amended—Access and loading.
15.32.380 - Appendix P, Section P103.7 amended—Access and loading.
15.32.390 - Geographical limits.
15.32.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the California Fire Code, 2025 Edition, with errata, together with those portions of the 2024 International Fire Code as published by the International Code Council, including Chapter 1, Sections 305, 307, 308, 309, 310, 311-311.5, Chapter 4, Chapter 11, Appendix F, I, J, K, N, and P not included in the 2025 California Fire Code, collectively referred to as the "fire code," and with the additions, insertions, deletions, and changes prescribed in this chapter, regulating and governing the safeguarding of life and property from fire and explosion hazards, hazardous materials arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials, and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the occupancy of buildings and premises as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions, and terms of said fire code on file in the office of the clerk of the City of Chino and of the District are referred to, adopted, and made part hereof.
15.32.020 - Findings.
The city council hereby finds that the amendments to the 2025 California Fire Code contained in this Chapter are reasonable and necessary because of local climactic, geologic and topographical conditions within the Chino Valley Independent Fire District's jurisdiction. This finding is supported and based upon the following express findings, which address each of these conditions and present the local situation which make the amendments necessary:
1. The climate and weather patterns within the City include frequent periods of drought and low humidity adding to the fire danger. Fire season can be year-round in this region.
2. During the summer months, the dry winds and existing vegetation mix to create a hazardous fuel condition which has resulted in large loss vegetation and structure fires. Summer temperatures exceeding one hundred degrees, and severe "Santa Ana" winds frequently occur and can move a fire quickly throughout areas of the City. Multiple shifting wind patterns throughout the canyon areas add to the difficulty in suppressing fires.
3. Because of weather patterns, the City has experienced a need for water conservation. Due to the storage capacities and consumption, and a limited amount of rainfall (drought conditions), future water allocation is not fully dependable. While sound management of the water resources is possible, demands and possible critical depletions on an already stressed water supply can most assuredly be predicted.
4. Major roadways, highways, freeways and flood control channels located throughout the City create barriers and slow response times. Other unique factors which create barriers and slow response times are the multiple canyons located within the City and the large California Institute for Men property.
5. The topography is also very steep in large areas of the City affecting the rate of fire spread and response times.
6. Due to the sloping in the regional valley where the City is located, as well as the present street and storm drain design, heavy rainfall causes roadway flooding and landslides, which at times may make an access route impassable.
7. The City has within its boundaries active seismic hazards. Seismic activity within the City occurs yearly and a fire potential exists with these active faults. Existing structures and planned new development are at serious risk from an earthquake. This risk includes fire, collapse and the disruption of water supply for firefighting purposes. Areas can also become isolated as a result of bridge, overpass and road damage and debris.
8. Structures in close proximity to each other pose an exposure problem which may cause a fire to spread from one structure to another as well as to the wildland area.
9. For practical and cost reasons, many new structures are built of wood construction. The potential for a conflagration exists due to the design and density of current structures.
10. Electrical supply and telephone communication failures occur due to high winds as well as other reasons. Water supply pumps and early notification cannot always be counted on.
11. Narrow and winding streets with little circulation and streets designed as storm drains impede emergency vehicle access and evacuation routes.
15.32.030 - Definitions.
A. The term "jurisdiction" as used in the 2025 California Fire Code, shall mean the territory within the Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
B. The term "fire department" and "District" as used in the 2025 California Fire Code shall mean the Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
C. The term "Board of Directors" or "Board" as used in the 2025 California Fire Code shall mean the governing body of the Chino Valley Independent Fire District. The "governing body" shall mean the Board of Directors of the Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
D. The term "Chief" as used in the 2025 California Fire Code shall mean the Fire Chief of the Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
E. The term "fire code official" and or “code official” as used in the 2025 California Fire Code shall mean the Fire Marshal and or Deputy or employee charged with the enforcement of this code with Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
F. The term "fire prevention" as used in the 2025 California Fire Code shall mean the Division, Department or Office of Community Risk Reduction of Chino Valley Independent Fire District.
15.32.040 - Fees.
A. Reasonable fees, not to exceed actual costs, may be collected by the fire code official for fire protection planning and services included in the Fire Code and in this Ordinance.
B. Fire Suppression, investigation, rescue, and emergency medical costs are recoverable in accordance with Health and Safety Code Sections 13009, 13009.1, and 13009.6. Any person who negligently or intentionally, or in violation of law, causes an emergency response, including but not limited to a traffic accident or spill of toxic or flammable liquids or chemicals, is liable for the costs of securing such emergency, including those costs set out in Government Code Section 53150 et seq. Any expense incurred by the District for securing such an emergency situation shall constitute a public debt of such person and shall be collectible by the District in the same manner as in the case of an obligation under contract, expressed or implied.
15.32.050 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 101.1 amended—Title.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 101.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Chino, hereinafter referred to as "this code."
15.32.060 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7 amended—Conflicts.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
102.7.1 Conflicts. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the fire code official shall determine which provision meets the general intent of this code.
15.32.070 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7.2 amended—Provisions in referenced codes and standards.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 102.7.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
102.7.2 Provisions in referenced codes and standards. Where the extent of the reference to a referenced code or standard includes subject matter that is within the scope of this code, the provisions of this code, as applicable, shall be reviewed along with the referenced codes and standards. After said review, the fire code official shall determine which provisions meet the general intent of this code.
15.32.080 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.10 amended—Fire Investigations.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 104.10 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
104.10 Fire Investigations. The District shall have the authority to investigate the cause, origin and circumstances of any fire, explosion or other hazardous condition, including but not limited to the unauthorized release of hazardous materials. If it appears to the investigation unit that such fire, explosion or other hazardous condition is of suspicious origin, they are authorized to take immediate charge of all physical evidence relating to the cause of the incident and are authorized to pursue the investigation to its conclusion. Information that could be related to trade secrets or processes shall not be made part of the public record, except as directed by a court of law.
15.32.090 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.5.59 amended- Additional Permits.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.5.59 is amended to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
105.5.59 Additional permits. In addition to the permits required by Section 105.5 and Section 105.6, the following permits shall be obtained from the fire code official prior to engaging in the following activities, operations, practices or functions:
1. Production facilities. To change use or occupancy, or allow the attendance of live audience, or for wrap parties.
2. Filming and special effects. To use pyrotechnic special effects, open flame, use of flammable or combustible liquids and gases, welding and the parking of motor vehicles in any building or location used for the purpose of motion picture, television and commercial production or for any film permit application as required from the cities served by the District.
3. Live audiences. To install seating arrangements for live audiences for the purpose of film, other events or entertainment, where approved seating will increase the occupant load at the premise, building or production location. See Chapter 48.
4. Fixed Extinguishing Systems. An operational permit is required for a fixed extinguishing system for a Type I Hood, excluding mobile food trucks
5. General use permit. A general use permit for any activity or operation not specifically addressed in this Chapter, which in the judgement of the fire code official, is possible or likely to produce conditions hazardous to life or property. A general use permit may include the temporary use of a facility for business or operations or for helicopter operations.
6. Special event. A special event permit is required when in the judgement of the fire code official the event is possible or likely to produce conditions hazardous to life or property.
15.32.100 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.15.1 added—Fixed extinguishing systems.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.15.1 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
105.6.15.1 Fixed Extinguishing Systems. An operational permit is required for a fixed extinguishing system for a Type I Hood.
15.32.110 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.26 added— Additional construction permits.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 105.6.26 of the California Fire Code is added to read as follows:
105.6.26 Additional construction permits. In addition to the permits required by Section 105.6, the following construction permits shall be obtained from the fire code official:
1. Construction. A new construction or tenant improvement permit is required to be obtained in order to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, or change the occupancy or use of a building or structure or premise or to cause any new such work to be done.
2. Special equipment. A construction permit shall be obtained for the installation or modification of special equipment needed or required for the operations outlined in this code, such special equipment includes but is not limited to pick-modules and dust collection systems.
3. Generator. A construction permit is required for the installation of a generator as regulated by this code. Exception: A permit is not required for the installation or use of a portable generator.
4. Fuel modification. To install or alter landscaping related to designated or required fuel modification areas in designated fire hazard severity zones.
5. Plan checks and field inspections when required by the fire code official and not otherwise addressed in this chapter.
15.32.120 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 108.5 amended- Related fees Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 108.5, shall be changed to read as follows:
108.5 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of work done in connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by a permit shall not relieve the applicant or holder of the permit from the payment of other fees or penalties that are prescribed by law or adopted in the jurisdiction’s fee schedule.
15.32.130 - Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 108.7 added-False or nuisance alarms.
Chapter 1, Division II Scope and Administration, Part 2 Administration and Enforcement, Section 108.7 shall be added to read as follows:
107.7 8.7 False alarms or nuisance alarms. The fire code official is authorized to assess a service charge, as set forth by resolution, against the person owning or responsible for an alarm system when a fire department response occurs as a result of the third false alarm or nuisance alarm at the same address or location within any twelve month period, and for each subsequent false alarm or nuisance alarm thereafter, or against any person who intentionally, or in violation of the law reports, or causes to be reported, a false alarm or nuisance alarm to any department of the District.
15.32.140 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.1 amended— General.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
112.1 Board of appeals established. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The board of appeals shall be selected by the Fire Chief. Those selected shall hold office as its pleasure. The fire code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall not have a vote on any matter before the board. The board shall adhere to the rules of procedure for conducting business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the fire code official.
15.32.150 - Reserved.
15.32.160 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.5 added—Appeals procedure.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.5 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
112.5 Appeals procedure. The applicant may file an appeal with the Fire District's Clerk of the Board within thirty days of a final order, decision or determination made by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code. Upon receipt of an appeal, the Clerk of the Board shall fix the time and place of the hearing, which shall be at a District meeting facility not more than sixty days after the date of the appeal. The Clerk of the Board shall give written notice of the time and place of the hearing to the initiating party, the Fire Chief, the fire code official and the Appeals Board. The Appeals Board shall keep a record of the proceedings of each hearing. The Appeals Board shall issue written findings and a decision within fifteen days of the conclusion of the hearing which shall be mailed to the parties' first class mail, postage prepaid, at such address as they have provided.
15.32.170 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.6 added—Fees.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 112.6 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
112.6 Fees. The fire code official and staff shall act as staff to the Appeals Board and for that purpose may determine and set fees to charge the appellant to cover the cost of preparation of the record for appeal.
15.32.180 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 113.4 amended—Violation penalties.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 113.4 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
113.4 Violation penalties. Persons who shall violate a provision of this code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall fail to obtain approval by the fire code official for the commencement of construction, alteration, or repair or who shall erect, install, alter, repair or do work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the fire code official, or of a permit or certificate used under provisions of this code, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars or by imprisonment not exceeding six months, or both such fine and imprisonment. The fire code official with the concurrence of the chief and the District Attorney, is authorized to use administrative citations and fines as allowed by an ordinance of the District in place of the violation penalties contained in this section. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense.
In addition to, or in place of, the foregoing penalties, administrative penalties pursuant to the District's Administrative Citation Ordinance may be imposed in connection with any violation of this code or any District Ordinance. Any person violating or who has violated any section of this code or District Ordinance may be issued an administrative citation in accordance with the Administrative Citation Ordinance.
15.32.190 - Chapter 1, Division II, Section 114.4 amended—Failure to comply.
Chapter 1, Division II, Section 114.4 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
114.4 Failure to comply. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to violation penalties as specified in Section 110.4. Each day that the work continues in violation of a stop work order shall be deemed a separate offense.
15.32.200 - Section 304.1 amended—Waste accumulation prohibited.
Section 304.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
304.1 Waste accumulation prohibited. Combustible waste material, as outlined in Section 304.1.1 and 304.1.2, creating a fire hazard shall not be allowed to accumulate in buildings or structures or upon premises. In the event that abatement is not performed as required by a Notice of Violation or Notice to Destroy Weeds, the Fire District may seek approval from its governing body to abate said fire hazard and place a lien upon the property in which such conditions exist.
15.32.210 - Section 304.1.3 amended—Vegetation.
Section 304.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
304.1.3 Vegetation. Cut and uncut weeds, grass, tumbleweeds, vines, trees, or other vegetation that is capable of being ignited and endangering property, shall be removed by the owner or occupant of the premises. Parcels five acres or less in size shall be completely cleared of all combustible vegetation deemed hazardous by the fire official. Parcels greater than five acres shall provide a minimum one hundred feet of clearance around the perimeter of the parcel and additional clearance as required by the fire code official.
Exception: Single specimens of trees, ornamental vegetative fuels or cultivated ground cover, such as green grass, ivy, succulents or similar plants used as ground cover, provided that they do not form a means of readily transmitting fire.
5.32.220 - Sections 304.1.3.1 through 304.1.3.2.3.4 added.
Sections 304.1.3.1 through 304.1.3.2.3.4 are added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
304.1.3.1 Clearance of brush or vegetative growth from roadways. Fire apparatus access roads shall be provided with a minimum of twenty feet clearance and driveways shall be provided with a minimum of ten feet of clearance. 304.1.3.2 Clearance of brush and vegetative growth from electrical transmission and distribution lines. 304.1.3.2.1 General. Clearance of brush and vegetative growth from electrical transmission and distribution lines shall be in accordance with Section 304.1.3.2.
Exception: Section 304.1.3.2 does not authorize persons not having legal right of entry to enter on or damage the property of others without consent of the owner. 301.1.3.2.2 Support clearance. Persons owning, controlling, operating or maintaining electrical transmission or distribution lines shall provide a combustible free space consisting of a clearing of not less than ten feet (3048 mm) in each direction from the outer circumference of such pole or tower and directly under and adjacent to electrical transmission or distribution lines.
Exception: Lines used exclusively as telephone, telegraph, messenger call, alarm transmission or other lines classed as communications circuits by a public utility. 304.1.3.2.3 Electrical distribution and transmission line clearances. 304.1.3.2.3.1 General. Clearances between vegetation and electrical lines shall be in accordance with this Section. 304.1.3.2.3.2Trimming clearance. Clearances not less than those established by Table 304.1.3.2.3.2 shall be provided. The radial clearances shown below are minimum clearances that shall be established, at time of trimming, between the vegetation and the energized conductors and associated live parts.
TABLE 304.1.3.2.3.2
MINIMUM CLEARANCE BETWEEN VEGETATION
AND ELECTRICAL LINES AT THE TRIMMING
Line Voltage
Minimum Radial
Clearance From
Conductor (feet)
2,400—72,000
4 72,001—110,000
6 110,001—300,000
10 300,001 or more
15 For SI: 1 foot = 304.8 mm.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to establish minimum clearances different than those specified by Table 304.1.3.2.3.2 when evidence substantiating such other clearances is submitted to and approved by the fire code official. 304.1.3.2.3.3 Minimum clearance to be maintained. Clearances not less than those established by Table 304.1.3.2.3.3 shall be maintained during such periods of time as designated by the fire code official. The site-specific clearance achieved, at time of pruning, shall vary based on species growth rates, the utility company-specific trim cycle, the potential line sway due to wind, line sag due to electrical loading and ambient temperature and the tree's location in proximity to high voltage lines.
Exception: The fire code official is authorized to establish minimum clearances different than those specified by Table 304.1.2.2.3.3 when evidence substantiating such other clearances is submitted to and approved by the fire code official.
TABLE 304.1.3.2.3.3
MINIMUM CLEARNACES BETWEEN VEGETATION
AND ELECTRICAL LINES TO BE MAINTAINED
LINE VOLTAGE
MINIMUM
CLEARANCE (inches)
750—35,000
6 35,001—60,000
12 60,001—115,000
19 115,001—230,000
30.5 230,001—500,000
115
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
304.1.3.2.3.4 Electrical power line emergencies. During emergencies, the utility shall perform the required work to the extent necessary to clear the hazard. An emergency can include situations such as trees falling into power lines, or trees in violation of Table 304.1.3.2.3.3.
15.32.230 - Section 305.6 added—Spark arrestor.
Section 305.6 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
305.6 Spark arrestor. All chimneys attached to any appliance or fireplace that burns solid fuel shall be equipped with an approved spark arrestor. The spark arrestor shall meet all of the following requirements:
1. Openings shall not permit the passage of spheres having a diameter larger than one-half inch and shall not block the passage of spheres having a diameter of less than three-eighths inch.
2. The spark arrestor shall be a visible from the ground and the screen or chimney cap shall be accessible and removable to allow for cleaning of the chimney flue.
3. The net free area of the spark arrester shall not be less than four times the net area of the outlet of the chimney.
4. The spark arrestor screen shall have heat or corrosion resistance equivalent to twelve gauge steel wire, nineteen gauge galvanized wire or twenty-four gauge stainless steel.
15.32.231- Sections 307.1, 307.1.1, and 307.3 amended.
Chapter 3 General Requirements, Section 307.1, 307.1.1, and 307.3 shall be changed to read as follows:
307.1 General. A person shall not kindle or maintain or authorize to be kindled or maintained any open burning or recreational fires unless conducted and approved in accordance with Sections 307.1.1 through 307.5. 307.1.1 Prohibited open burning. Opening burning and recreational fires shall be prohibited when atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fire hazardous. This shall include when a red-flag warning or a fire weather watch condition has been issued by the National Weather Service. 307.3 Extinguishment authority. Where open burning, recreational fires, or the use of a portable outdoor fireplace creates or adds to a hazardous situation, or a required permit for open burning has not been obtained, the fire code official is authorized to order the extinguishment of said operation or use.
15.32.232- Section 311.5 amended.
Chapter 3 General Requirements, Section 311.5 shall be changed to read as follows:
311.5 Placards. Any vacant or abandoned buildings or structures determined to be unsafe pursuant to Section 111 relating to structural or interior hazards shall be marked with a placard bearing the word “UNSAFE” and a statement of the penalties for noncompliance regarding the matters pertaining to the conditions of the sign and or removal of said sign.
15.32.240 - Sections 313.1.2 and 313.1.2.1 added.
Sections 313.1.2 and 313.1.2.1 are added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
313.1.2 Use of equipment. Except as otherwise provided in this section, no person shall use, operate, or cause to be operated, in, upon or adjoining any hazardous fire area any internal combustion engine which uses hydrocarbon fuels, unless the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor as defined in Section 313.1.2.1 maintained in effective working order, or the engine is constructed, equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Exception:
1. Engines used to provide motor power trucks, truck tractors, buses, and passenger vehicles, except motorcycles, are not subject to this section of the exhaust system is equipped with a muffler as defined in the California Vehicle Code.
2. Turbocharged engines are not subject to this section of all exhausted gases pass through the rotating turbine wheel, there is not exhaust bypass to the atmosphere, and the turbocharger is in good mechanical condition. 313.1.2.1 Spark arrestors.
1. A spark arrester is a device constructed of nonflammable material specifically for the purpose of removing and retaining carbon and other flammable particles over 0.0232 of an inch (0.58 mm) in size from the exhaust flow of an internal combustion engine that uses hydrocarbon fuels or which is qualified and rated by the United States Forest Service.
2. Spark arrestors affixed to the exhaust system of engines or vehicles subject to Section 313 shall not be placed or mounted in such a manner as to allow flames or heat from the exhaust system to ignite any flammable material.
15.32.250 - Section 503.1.2.1 added—Remoteness.
Section 503.1.2.1 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
503.1.2.1 Remoteness. Where two fire apparatus access roads are required, they shall be placed a distance apart equal to not less than one half of the length of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the lot or area to be served, measured in a straight line between accesses.
15.32.260 - Section 503.1.2.2 added—Aerial access.
Section 503.1.2.2 is added to the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
503.1.2.2 Aerial access. Buildings exceeding three stories in height or thirty feet in height shall be provided with aerial fire apparatus access. One or more of the required access routes shall be located not less than fifteen feet (4572 mm) and not greater than thirty feet (9144 mm) from the building. The side of the building on which the aerial access fire apparatus road is positioned shall be approved by the fire code official.
15.32.270 - Section 503.2.1 amended—Dimensions.
Section 304.1.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less than twenty-six feet, exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than thirteen feet, six inches (4115 mm).
15.32.280 - Section 503.2.3 amended—Surface.
Section 503.2.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
503.2.3 Surface. Fire apparatus access roads shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads (78,000 lbs.) of fire apparatus and shall be surfaced by either asphalt or concrete, except when alternate surfaces are approved by the jurisdiction.
15.32.281- Section 504.5 added- Fire service features.
Section 504.5 shall be added to read as follows:
504.5 Door signage. When required by the fire code official, interior and exterior doors shall be provided with permanent signs to facilitate fire department emergency access. Signage shall be approved by the fire code official.
15.32.290 - Section 505.1 amended—Address identification.
Section 505.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
505.1 Address Identification. New and existing buildings shall have approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be a minimum of four inches (102 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of one-half inch (12.7 mm) for one- and two-family residential dwellings, and shall be illuminated during hours of darkness. Each character shall be a minimum of eight inches (204 mm) high with a minimum stroke width of one inch (25.5 mm) for buildings other than one- and two-family residential dwellings. Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building and/or address identification cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained.
15.32.291 – Section 901.6 amended- Inspection, testing, and maintenance.
Section 901.6 shall be amended to read as follows:
901.6 Inspection, testing and maintenance. Fire protection and life safety systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Nonrequired fire protection and life safety systems and equipment shall be inspected, test and maintained or removed in accordance with Section 901.8. The fire code official is authorized to require periodic inspection, testing and certification of all such systems, equipment and appurtenances. Personnel shall be qualified to perform the inspection, testing, and certification in accordance with Table 901.6.1. In addition to provisions of the applicable test standards, the required certification shall be provided to the Fire District as required by Section 110.3 of the fire code.
Table 901.6.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
Table 901.6.1 Footnotes:
a. Other concerns or individuals may be qualified to test and certify subject to approval of the fire code official. b. The testing frequencies listed herein are intended as a convenient summary based on the applicable standards. The applicable standards shall always govern if there is any conflict. It is important to note that many standards mandate inspections on more frequent bases than shown herein. It is not the intent to supersede, modify, or reduce the requirements found in the applicable standards. c. Reports of tests and certifications need not be submitted to the Fire District more frequently than annually, unless specifically requested by the fire code official.
1. State Licensed Fire Protection Contractor (C-16)
2. State Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10)
3. State Licensed HVAC Contractor (C-20)
4. May be performed by Owner
5. Licensed by the State Fire Marshal
6. 25 or less units, qualified owner may perform test
7. State Licensed General Contractor (A or B); see also footnote (a)
8. State Licensed Electrical Contractor (C-10) and, for systems installed after 1989, holding the U.L. Certificate (or approved equal) for the building fire alarm system
9. State Licensed Plumbing Contractor (C-36)
10.FCC-issued General Radio Operators License (GROL) and certification by an approved school, organization, or the equipment manufacturer
15.32.300 - Section 903.2 amended—Where required.
Section 903.2 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and structures shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12.
In addition to the requirements of Section 903.2.1 through 903.2.12, automatic fire sprinklers are required for the construction of any new building(s) 5,000 square feet or more, regardless of the use of fire walls and occupancy type, except for Group U occupancies not required by Section 903.2.18.
In all existing buildings or structures, except one and two-family dwellings, not equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system, when additions cause the structure to exceed five thousand square feet, the following provisions shall apply:
A. When such addition exceeds five thousand square feet, but is less than fifty percent of the original building square footage, the addition shall be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
B. When such addition is fifty percent or greater than the original building square footage, the entire structure shall be equipped with an automatic fire sprinkler system.
15.32.310 - Reserved
15.32.320 - Reserved
15.32.330 - Reserved
15.32.340 - Section 5601.1.3 amended—Fireworks.
Section 5601.1.3 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
5601.1.3 Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks is prohibited. If found to be in violation of this requirement, penalties as outlined in Chapter 1, Section 113.4 shall be assessed.
Exceptions:
1. Storage and handling of fireworks as allowed in Section 5604.
2. Manufacture, assembly and testing of fireworks as allowed in Section 5605 and Health and Safety Code Division 11.
3. The use of fireworks for fireworks displays pyrotechnics before a proximate audience and pyrotechnic special effects in motion pictures, television, theatrical or group entertainment productions as allowed in Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 6 Fireworks reprinted in Section 5608 and Health and Safety Code Division 11.
4. The possession, storage, sale, handling and use of specific types of Division 1.4G fireworks where allowed by applicable laws, ordinances and regulations, provided that such fireworks and facilities comply with NFPA 1124, CPSC 16 CFR Parts 1500 and 1507, and DOTn 49 CFR Parts 100-185, as applicable for consumer fireworks and Health and Safety Code Division 11.
15.32.341 – Section 5601.2.1 amended- Residential uses.
Section 5601.2.1 shall be amended to read as follows:
5601.2.1 Residential uses. Persons shall not keep or store, nor shall any permit be issued to keep or store, any explosives at any place of habitation, or within 100 feet thereof. Fireworks shall not be used or possessed in wildland-urban interface areas or areas designated as a fire hazard severity zone. If found to be in violation of this requirement, penalties as outlined in Chapter 1, Section 113.4, shall be assessed.
15.32.350 - Section 5601.7 amended—Seizure of fireworks.
Section 5601.7 is amended in the California Fire Code and shall read as follows:
5601.7 Seizure. The fire code official is authorized to remove or cause to be removed or disposed of in an approved manner, at the expense of the owner, explosives, explosive materials or fireworks offered or exposed for sale, stored, possessed or used in violation of this chapter or of any local ordinances or regulations.
15.32.360 - Appendix D, Section D101.1 amended—Scope.
Appendix D, Section D101.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
D101.1 Scope. Fire apparatus access roads shall be in accordance with this appendix, Section 503, and all other applicable requirements.
15.32.370 - Appendix D, Section D102.1 amended—Access and loading.
Appendix D, Section D102.1 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
D102.1 Access and loading. Facilities, buildings or portions of buildings hereafter constructed shall be accessible to fire department apparatus by way of an approved fire apparatus access road with an asphalt or concrete or other approved driving surface capable of supporting the imposed load of fire apparatus weighing at least 75,000 pounds.
15.32.380 - Appendix P, Section P103.7 amended—Access and loading.
Appendix P, Section P103.7 of the California Fire Code is amended to read as follows:
P103.7 Fire Protection. Haunted houses and ghost walks shall be provided with fire protection systems, as required by the fire code official.
15.32.390 - Geographical limits.
The geographical limits referred to in certain sections of the 2025 California Fire Code are hereby established as follows:
A. Establishment of geographical limits of districts in which storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks outside of buildings is to be prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 5704.2.9.6.1 of the 2025 California Fire Code in which storage is prohibited are established as commercial and residential areas, except where the fire code official has issued written approval of such storage.
B. Establishment of geographical limits of districts in which storage of Class I and Class II liquids in above-ground tanks is to be prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 5706.2.4.4 of the 2025 California Fire Code in which storage is prohibited are established as commercial and residential area, except where the fire code official has issued written approval of such storage.
C. Establishment of geographical limits of districts in which the storage of flammable cryogenic fluids in stationary containers is to be prohibited.
The limits referred to in Section 5806.2 of the 2025 California Fire Code in which storage is prohibited are established as commercial and residential areas, except where the fire code official has issued written approval of such storage.
D. Establishment of geographical limits of districts in which storage of liquefied petroleum gas is to be restricted.
The limits referred to in Section 6104.2 of the 2025 California Fire Code in which storage is restricted are established as:
Heavily populated or congested areas, the aggregate capacity of any one installation shall not exceed a water capacity of two thousand gallons (7570 L).
All areas, when in the opinion of the fire code official the location of storage would create a hazard to occupants or property owners, the aggregate capacity of any one installation shall not exceed a water capacity of two thousand gallons.
Chapter 15.34 - CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
15.34.010 - Adoption of California Existing Building Code.
15.34.010 - Adoption of California Existing Building Code.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Existing Building Code, with errata, incorporating the 2024 International Existing Building Code. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as California Existing Building Code, 2025 Edition as copyrighted 2025 by the International Code Council, is adopted as the California Existing Building Code of the city of Chino, to promote public safety and welfare by reducing the risk of death or injury that may result from effects of earthquakes on existing unreinforced masonry bearing wall buildings in the city of Chino and prescribing standards of inspection thereof; and each and all such regulations are referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as though fully set out in this chapter.
Chapter 15.36 - POSTING OF UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDINGS Sections:
15.36.010 - Purpose.
15.36.020 - Scope.
15.36.030 - Definitions amended.
15.36.040 - General requirements.
15.36.050 - Validity.
15.36.010 - Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to promote public safety and welfare by reducing the risk of death or injury that may result from the effects of earthquakes on buildings of unreinforced masonry bearing wall construction.
15.36.020 - Scope.
The requirements of this chapter shall apply to all buildings as required by other provisions of this code including all unreinforced masonry bearing wall structures constructed prior to the adoption of earthquake design requirements by this jurisdiction. (Exception: This chapter shall not apply to a detached Group R, Division 1 occupancy containing less than five dwellings used solely for residential purposes.)
15.36.030 - Definitions amended.
For the purpose of this chapter, certain terms, phrases, words, and their derivations shall have the meaning herein.
A. The word "shall" is mandatory and the word "may" is permissive. Words not defined shall be given their common and ordinary meanings.
B. "Unreinforced masonry bearing walls" are masonry walls having all of the following characteristics:
1. Provide the vertical support for a floor or roof;
2. Have a total superimposed load over one hundred pounds per lineal foot;
3. Have an area of reinforcing steel less than fifty percent of that required by the California Building Code.
15.36.040 - General requirements.
A. It shall be the responsibility of the owner of an identified unreinforced masonry building to post in a conspicuous place visible before or upon entry into the structure with the following wording:
"NOTICE
This building has been identified by City of Chino as having potentially hazardous unreinforced masonry bearing walls subject to Chapter 122 of Division 1 of Title 2 of the California Government Code.
In the event of an earthquake, this building could be subject to structural damage that could cause death or injury to its occupants and/or persons near the building exterior." B. The posting notice shall be of durable metal and shall be a minimum of eight and one-half inches by fourteen inches. Lettering shall be no smaller in size than one-quarter inch and shall have a contrasting color as a background. Posting notice shall be printed in both English and Spanish.
C. Posting shall be completed within thirty days from adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter or as determined by the building official.
15.36.050 - Validity.
The city council declares that should any section, paragraph, sentence, or word of this chapter or of the code hereby adopted for any reason be invalid, it is the intent of the city council that it would have passed all other portions of this chapter independent of the elimination hereof any such portion as may be declared invalid.
Chapter 15.40 - NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
Sections:
15.40.010 - Definitions.
15.40.020 - Notice to buyers.
15.40.030 - Features and amenities.
15.40.040 - Developer's security deposit.
15.40.050 - City's inspection.
15.40.060 - Buyer's inspection.
15.40.070 - Occupancy permits.
15.40.080 - City's remedies.
15.40.090 - Attorney's fees and costs.
15.40.010 - Definitions.
For the purposes of this chapter the following terms, phrases, words and their derivations shall have the meanings given herein. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future, words in the plural number include the singular number, and words in the singular number include the plural number. The word "shall" is mandatory and "may" is permissive. Words not defined shall be given their common and ordinary meaning.
A. "Building official" refers to the building official of development services or his/her designee. As such, the building official shall have authority to adopt rules and regulations to clarify and interpret the provisions of this chapter. He may also approve the variations when such variations are not detrimental to the life, health, safety or welfare of the public and are necessary because of particular or peculiar circumstances, and do not violate the intent or purpose of this chapter.
B. "Developer" means any natural person, corporation, partnership, association or other entity seeking to construct new residential dwellings for sale or reconstructing existing residential dwellings for sale.
C. "Residential dwelling" means a building or portion thereof designed and constructed exclusively for residential occupancy, including one-family, two-family or multiple dwellings, excepting motels, hotels and rental dwelling units not for resale.
15.40.020 - Notice to buyers.
A. A developer of any residential dwelling shall provide the following information to every potential buyer:
1. The list of features and amenities;
2. The brand names of each of the major components contained in the features and amenities list which were installed in the residential dwelling sought to be sold to the potential buyer;
3. The manufacturer's warranties for each component contained in the features and amenities list;
4. Any and all representations regarding the quality of construction of the residential dwelling including the warranty that the dwelling is constructed in a good, workmanlike manner;
5. Any and all discrepancies between the residential dwelling unit sought to be sold to the potential buyer and the developer's model dwelling displayed by the developer;
6. The buyer's right to inspect and approve the functionality of each major component contained in the features and amenities list and the quality of construction of the residential dwelling and to require the developer to remedy any substantial defects therein pursuant to Section 15.40.060 of this chapter;
7. The distance between the residential dwelling unit sought to be sold from any property which is being used or zoned for an agricultural use and a disclaimer regarding the length of time that the agricultural use or zone shall continue. The disclaimer shall read as follows:
"NOTICE REGARDING AGRICULTURAL USES
Please be advised that many properties within the city of Chino are presently being used for agricultural purposes or are zoned for agricultural purposes. The distance between this residential dwelling and the nearest property currently being used for agricultural purposes is ____________. The distance between this residential dwelling and the nearest property zoned for agricultural purposes is ____________.
In addition, you are hereby advised that the seller of this residential unit cannot represent the period of time that nearby properties used or zoned for agricultural purposes will continue to be so used or zoned. Because the nearby properties used or zoned for agricultural purposes involve complex and legal factual questions, no representation can be made, nor should be made, regarding the length of time that these nearby properties will continue to be used or zoned for agricultural purposes."
8. The current zoning of all surrounding properties within six hundred sixty feet of the residential dwelling offered for sale by the developer; provided, that such notice has been approved by the Director of Development Services;
9. The name, address and phone number of the developer's representative authorized to effectuate and coordinate compliance with the provisions of this chapter; and
10. The schedule and procedure by which the developer intends to comply with the provisions of this chapter.
B. Concurrent with the execution of any documents for the sale and purchase of a residential dwelling, the developer shall again provide the information contained in subsection A of this section and obtain the buyer's acknowledgment of receipt thereof. Furthermore, the developer, as a condition for the issuance of occupancy, shall make available upon request, the buyer's acknowledgment of receipt of said information to the building official.
15.40.030 - Features and amenities.
Prior to the issuance of building permits for any residential dwelling, the developer shall create and maintain a list of features and amenities. The list of features and amenities shall contain the following information:
A. Each major component to be installed in each residential dwelling including, but not limited to, refrigerators, stoves, microwave ovens, dishwashers, garbage disposals, trash compactors, heating and air conditioning units, solar units, vacuum units, swimming pools, spas, patios, landscaping and alarm systems; B. Any and all representations to be made to the buyers of the residential dwellings pertaining to the features and amenities to be installed, the quality of construction of the residential dwellings including the normal warranty that the residential unit will be constructed in a good workmanlike manner, and any other representation regarding the developer's efforts to comply with the provisions of this chapter; C. The name, address and phone number of the developer's representative authorized to effectuate and coordinate compliance with the provisions of this chapter; and D. The schedule and procedure by which the developer intends to comply with the provisions of this chapter.
15.40.040 - New home security fee.
A. Prior to the issuance of building permits, the developer shall pay a fee for the inspection of each residential dwelling to ensure compliance with the city's building ordinances, the functionality of the dwelling's major components as contained in the developer's warranties, conditions of approval as may be imposed by the approving authority in accordance with the provisions of Title 20 (Zoning) of this code, environmental mitigation measures imposed in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Sections 21000 through 21177) and the provisions of Chapter 9.40 (Noise) of this code.
B. The fee to be paid by the developer shall be in an amount and in the form specified by the building official, who may require cash, bonds, letters of credit or any combination thereof.
15.40.050 - City's inspection.
A. At the request of the new homeowner, within ninety days after the close of escrow, the building official shall inspect, or cause to be inspected, each residential dwelling to ensure the developer's compliance with the requirements of this chapter. For this purpose, the building official may contract with independent inspectors to conduct the inspections required by this chapter and is authorized to execute said contracts subject to the approval of the city attorney. The costs of the services of any such inspector shall be paid by the developer.
B. The building official shall require the developer to make any and all corrections reasonably necessary to bring each residential dwelling into compliance with the requirements of this chapter. The building official's corrections shall be based upon the inspector's findings and recommendations.
15.40.060 - Buyer's inspection.
A. Prior to the close of escrow for the sale of each residential unit, the developer shall afford the buyer the opportunity to inspect and approve the operational aspects of each major component contained within the features and amenities list and the quality of construction of the residential dwelling.
Thereafter, the developer and each buyer shall prepare a joint statement containing all corrections agreed to be made and all disputes for which no agreement has been reached. The joint statement shall also contain a time period by which all agreed corrections are to be made by the developer provided that the period shall not exceed ninety days from the date of the joint statement. Furthermore, the developer shall file the joint statement and make available upon request to the building official as a condition for the issuance of an occupancy for each residential dwelling.
B. Following occupancy, each buyer shall have ninety days from the close of escrow in which to register complaints with the developer regarding substantial defects or deviations of the requirements set forth in this chapter. Thereafter, the developer and buyer shall meet and confer in good faith regarding the resolution of the buyer's complaints or objections.
15.40.070 - Occupancy permits.
The building official may refuse to issue occupancy permits for any residential dwelling unless and until the developer has complied with the requirements of this chapter including any and all corrections reasonably required by the building official.
15.40.080 - City's remedies.
A. In the event the developer fails to make the required corrections, the building official may, after fifteen days written notice to the developer to make such corrections, utilize the developer's security and cause the corrections to be performed.
B. In the event a developer fails to comply with the requirements of this chapter, the building official may also refuse to issue any additional building permits or occupancy permits to said developer. Prior to doing so, the building official shall notify the developer in writing that occupancy permits or building permits are being withheld pending compliance with this chapter, the reasons therefor, and notice the decision may be appealed pursuant to Chapter 15.70; provided, that a written notice of appeal and reasons therefor is filed with the city clerk within fifteen days of the decision of the building official.
C. In refusing to issue any additional building permit or occupancy permit to a developer, the building official may also issue such permits in phases so as to require the developer to comply with the provisions of this chapter on certain designated residential dwellings before receiving such permits on other residential dwellings.
15.40.090 - Attorney's fees and costs.
In the event that the buyer of a residential dwelling unit institutes legal action against the developer to compel compliance with this chapter and prevails, the buyer shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees and costs.
Chapter 15.42 - GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
15.42.010 - Adopted.
15.42.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, with errata. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as the California Green Building Standards Code, 2025 Edition as copyrighted 2025 by the California Building Standards Commission, is adopted as the California Green Building Standards Code of the city of Chino.
Chapter 15.43 - CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
Sections:
15.43.010 - Adopted.
15.43.010 - Adopted.
There is adopted by reference the 2025 California Energy Code For Residential and Nonresidential Buildings as published by the California Energy Commission. That certain document, three copies of which are on file with the city of Chino, being marked and designated as the California Energy Code, 2025 Edition, is adopted as the California Energy Code of the city of Chino.
Chapter 15.44 - ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT
Sections:
15.44.010 - Plan checking and inspection—Required.
15.44.020 - Plan checking and inspection—Fee.
15.44.030 - Construction hours.
15.44.010 - Plan checking and inspection—Required.
To ensure compliance with state or local laws, each person constructing or causing to be constructed any building, dwelling, private, public, or semipublic development for commercial or industrial or related purposes, which proposes to utilize on-site drainage, shall prepare engineering drawings in accordance with the requirements, standards and specifications of the city, which shall be approved and inspected by the city engineer.
15.44.020 - Plan checking and inspection—Fee.
A fee shall be charged for all plans, reviewed and approved by the city engineer, and for inspection of the construction for such on-site drainage facilities construction development. The fee shall be in the amount prescribed in the Comprehensive Fee Schedule of the city, codified in Appendix I of this code, to offset the city's costs for all personnel, time, equipment, facilities and administration performed pursuant to this section.
15.44.030 - Construction hours.
A. Construction shall occur only between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with no construction allowed on Sundays and federal or state holidays. For the purposes of this section, construction shall mean any manmade change to improved or unimproved real estate, including but not limited to buildings or other structures, streets and other paving, utilities, filling, grading, excavation, mining, dredging, drilling operations, or pile driving.
B. The director of development services may approve exceptions to the hours of construction noted in Subsection A of this section, provided that the change in hours does not adversely impact the adjacent neighborhood.
Chapter 15.45 - CLIMATE ACTION PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Sections:
15.45.010 - Purpose
15.45.020 - Mandatory and Voluntary Measures
15.45.030 - Residential Development
15.45.040 - Non-Residential Development
15.45.050 - Model Homes
15.45.060 - Energy Efficiency for Existing Buildings
15.45.070 - GHG Performance Standard for New Development
15.45.010 - Purpose.
The city's climate action plan (CAP) incorporates a variety of reduction approaches and strategies, including mandatory measures, incentive-based measures, public outreach and education, and coordination with county, regional, and state strategies in order to accomplish emission reductions in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The purpose of this chapter is to establish CAP implementation requirements for existing buildings and new development that will contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
15.45.020 - Mandatory and Voluntary Measures.
The 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11 ("CALGreen") contains both mandatory and voluntary green building measures. Mandatory and voluntary measures are identified in the appropriate application checklists contained in CALGreen. All new residential development shall comply with the mandatory measures of CALGreen Chapter 4, and are encouraged to implement voluntary measures to further reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to development. In addition to mandatory measures of CALGreen, all new residential development shall comply with the measures identified in Section 15.45.030 of this code. All new non-residential development shall comply with the mandatory measures of CALGreen Chapter 5, and are encouraged to implement voluntary measures to further reduce GHG emissions related to development. In addition to the mandatory measures of CALGreen, all new non-residential development shall comply with the measures identified in Section 15.45.040 of this code.
15.45.030 - Residential Development.
The following measures are hereby adopted as mandatory measures, applicable to all new residential development:
A. Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging. Dwellings shall comply with the following requirements for future installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE).
1. One-and Two-family Dwellings. Install a listed raceway to accommodate a dedicated branch circuit. The raceway shall not be less than trade size 1. The raceway shall be securely fastened at the main service or subpanel and shall terminate in close proximity to the proposed location of the charging system into a listed cabinet, box, or enclosure. Raceways are required to be continuous at enclosed or concealed areas and spaces. A raceway may terminate in an attic or other approved location when it can be demonstrated that the area is accessible and no removal of materials is necessary to complete the final installation. i. Exception: Other pre-installation methods that provide sufficient conductor sizing and service capacity to install Level 2 EVSE. ii. Labeling Requirement. A label stating "EV CAPABLE" shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the service panel or subpanel and next to the raceway termination point.
2. Appliance Rating. Each appliance provided by the builder must be a qualified ENERGY STAR appliance if an ENERGY STAR designation is applicable for that appliance.
3. Enhanced Construction Waste Reduction. Divert to recycle or salvage at least seventy percent of nonhazardous construction and demolition debris generated at the site.
15.45.040 - Non-Residential Development.
The following measures are hereby adopted as mandatory measures, applicable to all new non-residential development:
1. Appliance Rating. All equipment and appliances provided by the builder shall be ENERGY STAR labeled if ENERGY STAR is applicable to that equipment or appliance.
2. Enhanced Construction Waste Reduction. Divert to recycle or salvage at least seventy percent of nonhazardous construction and demolition debris generated at the site.
15.45.050 - Model Homes.
At least one model home/unit for each residential development shall offer and display energy-saving options and signage identifying standard and optional features that contribute to the overall efficiency of the home. Handout materials shall be made available in the model home describing the optional features, including costs, benefits, energy savings, etc.
15.45.060 - Energy Efficiency for Existing Buildings.
Energy efficiency upgrades are required when a building permit is issued for any addition or alteration to non-residential buildings, or when a building permit is issued for any addition or alteration with a project valuation of sixty-five thousand dollars or more to a residential building.
In all cases of additions or alterations that trigger the requirement, compliance is required as follows:
1. Applicants will dedicate an additional amount of ten percent of project valuation toward energy upgrades, up to a maximum of twenty thousand dollars beyond the original permit valuation for the addition or alteration.
2. Energy upgrades that can be counted toward meeting this requirement include those that are part of the original addition or alteration that exceed local and state requirements, and those that are beyond the original scope of the project that meet or exceed local and state requirements.
3. The building official will have the flexibility to determine substantial compliance with this section in cases where practical difficulties make it infeasible to meet the requirements. A project proponent would need to demonstrate in writing that the requirements are financially infeasible, that they are infeasible within the project timeframe, that the products needed are not available, or that other practical difficulties exist.
15.45.070 - GHG Performance Standard for New Development.
All new development in the city shall contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by demonstrating consistency with the climate action plan by implementing one or a combination of the following three options:
1. Exceed by three percent the mandatory California Energy Code Title 24, Part 6 standards, in effect at the time of development application submittal for discretionary review; or
2. Achieve an equivalent reduction through voluntary measures in the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11 (CALGreen) in effect at the time of development application submittal for discretionary review; or
3. Provide other equivalent GHG reductions through measures including, but not limited to, non-vehicle transportation infrastructure, transit, ZEV (zero emission vehicle) infrastructure or other incentives, waste diversion, water conservation, tree planting, renewable energy option packages, or any combination of these or other measures such that GHG emissions are reduced by 0.04 MT CO2e per residential dwelling unit per year and/or 0.11 MT CO2e per thousand square feet of commercial/industrial development per year.
Applicants that choose Option 1 described above will be required to verify that their project meets the three percent improvement above the mandatory standards through the appropriate certificate of compliance form for residential construction (CF-1R) or for commercial/industrial construction (PERF-1C). Applicants that choose Options 2 or 3 described above will be required to utilize the GHG Performance Standard Checklist developed by the city, or provide other valid documentation, such as CalEEMod or other methodologies, as verified by the director of community development to demonstrate the required GHG reductions consistent with the city's CAP.
Chapter 15.46 - ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Sections:
15.46.010 - Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy System Review Process
15.46.010 - Small Residential Rooftop Solar Energy System Review Process.
A. The following words and phrases as used in this section are defined as follows:
Electronic submittal means the utilization of one or more of the following:
1. E-mail;
2. Online permit software available through the City of Chino website.
3. Facsimile.
4. SolarApp+, per SB 379
Small residential rooftop solar energy system means all of the following:
1. A solar energy system that is no larger than 38.4 kilowatts alternating current nameplate rating or thirty kilowatts thermal.
2. A solar energy system that conforms to all applicable state fire, structural, electrical, and other building codes as adopted or amended by the city and paragraph (iii) of subdivision (c) of Section 714 of the Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or re-designated from time to time.
3. A solar energy system that is installed on a single or duplex family dwelling.
4. A solar panel or module array that does not exceed the maximum legal building height as defined in this Code or applicable provisions of state law.
Solar energy system has the same meaning set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 801.5 of the Civil Code, as such section or subdivision may be amended, renumbered, or re-designated from time to time.
B. Prior to submitting an application, the applicant shall:
1. Verify to the applicant's reasonable satisfaction through the use of standard engineering evaluation techniques that the support structure for the small residential rooftop solar energy system is stable and adequate to transfer all wind, seismic, and dead and live loads associated with the system to the building foundation; and
2. At the applicant's cost, verify to the applicant's reasonable satisfaction using standard electrical inspection techniques that the existing electrical system including existing line, load, ground, and bonding wiring, as well as main panel and subpanel sizes are adequately sized, based on the existing electrical system's current use, to carry all new photovoltaic electrical loads.
C. An applicant may submit the permit application and associated documentation to the city's building division by personal, mailed, or electronic submittal together with any required permit processing and inspection fees. In the case of electronic submittal, the electronic signature of the applicant on all forms, applications, and other documentation may be used in lieu of a wet signature.
D. For a small residential rooftop solar energy system eligible for expedited review, only one inspection from the building division shall be required, which shall be done in a timely manner. A separate fire inspection is required to be performed by the Chino Valley Independent Fire District. If a small residential rooftop solar energy system fails inspection, a subsequent inspection is authorized; however, the subsequent inspection need not conform to the requirements of this subsection.
E. An application that satisfies the information requirements in the checklist, as determined by the building official, shall be deemed complete. Upon receipt of an incomplete application, the building official shall issue a written correction notice detailing all deficiencies in the application and any additional information required to be eligible for expedited permit issuance.
F. Upon confirmation by the building official of the application and supporting documentation being complete and meeting the requirements of the checklist, the building official shall administratively approve the application and issue all required permits and authorizations. Such approval does not authorize an applicant to connect the small residential rooftop energy system to the local utility provider's electricity grid. The applicant is responsible for obtaining such approval or permission from the local utility provider.
Chapter 15.48 - SECURITY AND SAFETY STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION Sections:
15.48.010 - Purpose.
15.48.020 - Application.
15.48.030 - Definitions.
15.48.040 - Compliance—Required.
15.48.050 - Compliance—Time—Procedure.
15.48.060 - Security standards—Generally.
15.48.070 - Security standards—Residential units.
15.48.080 - Security standards—Commercial/industrial building.
15.48.090 - Exceptions—Criteria for approval.
15.48.100 - Testing.
15.48.110 - Reserved.
15.48.120 - Enforcement.
15.48.130 - Violation—Penalty.
15.48.010 - Purpose.
The city declares the provisions contained in this chapter both desirable and necessary for the safety and protection of human life and property.
15.48.020 - Application.
The provisions of this chapter shall be applied at such times as building permits are issued for new building construction or any structural addition to an existing building. The existing structure shall meet the provisions of this code when additions thereto are constructed.
15.48.030 - Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the definitions given in this section shall govern the meanings of the following words and phrases:
A. "Building official" means the building official of the city.
B. "Building permit" means approval to commence construction issued by the building official upon determination that all plans and specifications for a proposed building or structure conform to the city's codes and standards.
C. "Locks" include the following:
1. "Cylinder spring dead latchset" means a latching device and strike plate which is positively held in deadlatch position when the door is closed by means of an added integral slide trigger mechanism. The complete set shall consist of pin tumbler cylinder key operation from the exterior and a knob, thumbturn, or lever handle from the interior.
2. "Dead-latching lockset" means a lock similar to the cylinder spring dead latchset, except the lockset shall consist of a knob on both sides and shall be locked or unlocked by a pin tumbler cylinder key from exterior and a turn button from interior.
3. "Panic-free lockset" means a high security lockset with a one-inch throw deadbolt and a cylinder guard. The deadbolt is retracted simultaneously by single action of the interior knob for panic escapement.
4. "Double cylinder deadlock" means a bolt with one-inch throw which has no automatic spring action and which is operated by a pin tumbler cylinder key from either side of the door. The bolt must be steel or contain steel embodiments.
5. "Single cylinder deadlock" means a bolt similar to the double cylinder deadlock, but actuated by a pin tumbler cylinder key from the outside and a thumbturn on the inside and is positively held fast when in the projected position.
D. "Lock components" include the following:
1. "Cylinder guard" means a hardened free-turning steel ring surrounding the exposed portion of the lock cylinder and is so fastened as to protect the cylinder from wrenching, prying, cutting, or pulling by attack tools.
2. "Insert" means a hardened steel pin contained in the bolt and located to prevent bolt cutting with common tools.
3. "Security strike" means a heavy gauge steel strike with four off center screws one and one-half inches long permitting full penetration into the rough buck. Approximate dimensions: three and five-eighths inches by one and one-fourth inches.
15.48.040 - Compliance—Required.
Materials, methods of construction or structural design limitations provided for in this chapter are to be used unless an exception is granted.
15.48.050 - Compliance—Time—Procedure.
All construction plans and drawings for structures and additions thereto submitted to the city for a building permit shall note the requirements of this chapter and incorporate the provisions into the plans and drawings. After the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter, the building official shall not issue a building permit to any person, firm or corporation that proposes to erect, construct or enlarge any building or structure, or cause the same to be done, without providing verification that the building or addition conforms to the regulations set forth in this chapter.
15.48.060 - Security standards—Generally.
A. Louvered windows shall not be used.
B. Overhead garage doors shall be equipped with slide bolts, which shall be capable of utilizing padlocks with minimum nine thirty-seconds inch shackle.
C. Where sliding or accordion doors are utilized, they shall be equipped with guide tracks which shall be designed so that the door cannot be removed from the track when in the closed and locked position.
D. Sliding glass windows and doors shall be equipped with a pin-joined locking mechanism containing a heavy duty bolt which locks the door securely to adjacent stationary window.
E. Windows and sliding glass doors may have iron grill work for protection if the grillwork can be opened easily from the inside without the use of any tool or key.
15.48.070 - Security standards—Residential units.
The following special provisions shall apply to residential buildings in the city in addition to the general security standards contained in Section 15.48.060:
A. Doors shall comply with the following regulations:
1. All exterior swinging doors shall be of solid core construction with a minimum thickness of one and three-fourths inches, or with panels not less than nine-sixteenths inch thick.
2. Any swinging door leading from a garage into a residence, shall be of solid core construction with a minimum thickness of one and three-eighths inches.
3. All swinging exterior doors and doors leading from garage areas into dwellings shall be equipped with a one-inch deadbolt locking mechanism. The deadbolt shall have a minimum bolt throw of one-inch and shall be equipped with a steel insert and a free turning cylinder guard.
EXCEPTION. Exterior swinging doors leading into garages have a minimum requirement to be equipped with a dead latch locking mechanism.
4. Main entrance door shall be operable from the inside without the use of a key or any special knowledge or effort.
5. All entry doors on upper floors to apartments not containing alternate emergency escape routes shall use panic-free double locksets.
6. When entry doors are doubles, one leaf shall be held in position by hand bolts at top and bottom with a minimum penetration into floor and jamb of one inch.
7. Hinges which are exposed to the exterior shall be equipped with nonremovable hinge pins or a mechanical interlock to preclude removal of the door from the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
8. All front exterior doors shall be equipped with a wide angle one hundred eighty-degree door viewer, except where occupant has clear vision of the area immediately outside the door without opening the door.
9. Trimmers on exterior doors shall be four inches by four inches trimmer, well nailed to the king stud and accurately set to receive the finish door jamb. This requirement shall apply only to new construction.
10. Exterior doors with glazing within forty inches of any locking mechanism shall be protected by rated burglary resistant glazing or a double cylinder deadbolt lock.
B. Address markings shall comply with the following regulations:
1. All residential structures shall display a street number in a prominent position so that it shall be easily visible from the street. The numerals in these numbers shall be no less than four inches in height, of a color contrasting to the background and located so they may be clearly seen and read.
2. In multiple-family dwelling complexes, each residential building shall display a street number in a prominent position. It shall be lighted (equipped with a photo sensitive automatic lighting device) and be easily visible from a street, driveway or pedestrian walkway. Said identification shall be no less than six inches in height and of a color contrasting to the background. The entrance of each dwelling unit shall have a unit identifying number, letter or combination thereof, displayed or adjacent to the dwelling unit door and be no less than three inches in height and of a contrasting color to the background.
3. Maps of the complex shall be furnished to the police and fire departments upon completion of construction. The maps shall include building identification and unit identification.
C. Lighting shall conform to the following regulations:
1. Provisions for lighting must meet design review standards before approval.
2. All exterior doorway entrances shall be equipped with photo sensitive automatic lighting devices capable of providing at least one footcandle of light at ground level during hours of darkness.
3. Aisles, passageways, mailbox locations, patio and balconies, recreation buildings, laundry rooms, within multiple-family dwelling complexes shall be equipped with security lighting devices such as photo sensitive or automatic lighting devices capable of providing at least .25 footcandles of light at ground level during hours of darkness.
4. Open parking lots and carports of multiple-family dwelling complexes shall be equipped with photo sensitive or automatic lighting devices capable of providing at least one footcandle of lighting on the parking surface during hours of darkness.
5. All lighting devices shall be protected by vandal-resistant covers.
15.48.080 - Security standards—Commercial/industrial building.
The following special provisions shall apply to all commercial/industrial buildings and additions thereto constructed in the city in addition to the general security standards contained in Section 15.48.060:
A. Door security shall meet the following specifications:
1. All exterior swinging doors shall be equipped with a one-inch deadbolt locking mechanism. The deadbolt shall have a minimum bolt throw of one inch and shall be equipped with a steel insert and a free turning cylinder guard.
2. Swinging exterior glass doors, wood or metal doors with glass panels, solid wood or metal doors shall be constructed or protected as follows:
a. Wood doors shall be solid core construction with a minimum thickness of one and three-fourths inches. b. Hollow metal doors shall be constructed of a minimum equivalent to sixteen U.S. gauge steel and have sufficient reinforcement to maintain the designed thickness of the door when any locking device is installed; such reinforcement being able to restrict collapsing of the door around the locking device.
3. Except when double cylinder deadbolts are utilized, any glazing utilized within forty inches of any door locking mechanism shall be constructed or protected as follows:
a. Fully tempered glass or rated burglary resistant glazing; or b. Iron or steel grills or at least one-eighth inch metal with a maximum two-inch mesh secured on and easily removable from the inside of the glazing may be utilized; or c. The glazing shall be covered with iron or steel bars of at least one-half inch round or one inch by one-fourth inch flat metal, spaced not more than five inches apart and secured on and easily removable from the inside of the glazing; d. Items b and c shall not interfere with the operation of opening windows if such windows are required to be openable by the California Building Code.
4. Hinges for outswinging doors shall be equipped with nonremovable hinge pins or a mechanical interlock to preclude removal of the door from the exterior by removing the hinge pins.
5. The jamb on all aluminum frame swinging doors shall be so constructed or protected to withstand sixteen hundred pounds of pressure in both a vertical distance of three inches and a horizontal distance of one inch each side of the strike, so as to prevent violation of the strike.
6. In multiple-occupancy office buildings, all entrance doors to individual office suites shall meet the construction and locking requirements for exterior doors.
B. Windows shall meet the following specifications:
1. Windows shall be deemed accessible if less than twelve feet above ground or adjacent to any pedestrian walkway.
2. Accessible windows having a pane or opening exceeding ninety-six square inches, with the smallest dimension exceeding six inches, and not visible from a public or private thoroughfare shall be protected in the following manner:
a. Fully tempered glass or burglary-resistant glazing; or b. Window barriers may be used but shall be secured with bolts which are nonremovable from the exterior while remaining removable from the interior:
i. Interior or exterior steel or iron bars of at least one-half inch round or one inch by one-quarter inch flat metal spaced not more than five inches apart and securely fastened; or ii. Interior or exterior iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth inch metal with not more than a two-inch mesh and securely fastened. c. The protective bars or grills shall not interfere with the operation of opening windows if such windows are required to be openable by the California Building Code.
3. Hinges for outswinging doors shall be equipped with nonremovable hinge pins or a mechanical interlock to preclude removal of the door from the exterior by removing hinge pins.
4. All hatchway openings on the roof of any building or premises used for business purposes shall be secured as follows:
a. If the hatchway is of wooden material, it shall be covered on the inside with at least sixteen U.S. gauge sheet steel, or its equivalent, attached with screws. b. The hatchway shall be secured from the inside with a slide bar or slide bolts. c. Outside hinges on all hatchway openings shall be provided with nonremovable pins when using pin-type hinges.
5. All air dust or air vent openings exceeding ninety-six square inches on the roof or exterior walls of any commercial building shall be secured by covering same with either of the following:
a. Iron or steel bars of at least one-half inch round or one inch by one-fourth inch flat metal spaced not more than five inches apart and securely fastened; or b. Iron or steel grills of at least one-eighth inch with a maximum two-inch mesh and securely fastened; c. If the barrier is on the outside, it shall be secured with bolts which are nonremovable from the exterior; d. The above must not interfere with venting requirements, creating a potentially hazardous condition to health and safety, or conflict with the provisions of the California Building Code or Title 19, California Administrative Code.
C. Permanently affixed exterior ladders leading to roofs shall be fully enclosed with sheet metal to a height of ten feet. This covering shall be locked against the ladder with a case hardened clasp secured with nonremovable screws or bolts. Hinges on the cover will be provided with nonremovable pins when using pin-type hinges. If a padlock is used, it shall have a hardened steel shackle, locking at both heel and toe, and a minimum five-pin tumbler operation with nonremovable key when in an unlocked position.
D. Lighting and address markings shall conform to the following specifications:
1. The address number of every commercial building shall be located and displayed so that it is easily visible from the street. The numerals in these numbers shall be no less than eight inches in height and be of a color contrasting to the background. In addition, any business which affords vehicular access to the rear through any driveway, alleyway or parking lot shall also display the same numbers on the rear of the building.
2. All exterior doors to commercial buildings shall be equipped with a lighting device capable of providing a minimum of one footcandle of light. All exterior bulbs shall be protected by weather and vandalism-resistant covers.
3. Open parking lots, and access thereto, providing more than ten parking spaces and for use by the general public, shall be provided with a maintained minimum of one footcandle of light on the parking surface from dusk until the termination of business every operating day.
15.48.090 - Exceptions—Criteria for approval.
The building official may approve any material method of construction or structural design not specifically provided for in this chapter; provided that:
A. He finds the proposed design to be satisfactory and the material and method of work offered is for the purpose intended; B. He finds the materials, method of construction and structural design is at least equivalent to that prescribed in this chapter in quality, strength, effectiveness, crime resistance, durability and safety; C. The fire department has determined that the alternative is in conformance with the California Administrative Code.
15.48.100 - Testing.
Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this chapter or evidence that any material or any construction does not conform to the requirements of this chapter, or in order to substantiate claims for alternate materials or methods of construction as allowed by Section 15.48.090, the building official may require tests as proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the owner or his agent by an approved agency.
15.48.110 - Reserved.
15.48.120 - Enforcement.
The building official or his authorized representatives are empowered and directed to administer and enforce the provisions of this chapter relating to physical security requirements for buildings in the city.
15.48.130 - Violation—Penalty.
Any building or addition thereof constructed subsequent to the effective date of the ordinance codified in this chapter which is not in compliance with the provisions of this chapter shall not be given a final inspection or right of occupancy by the city until all applicable provisions of this chapter are complied with.
Chapter 15.50 - ENFORCEMENT
Sections.
15.50.010 - Violations.
15.50.020 - Penalties.
15.50.030 - Recovery of Attorneys’ Fees.
15.50.010 - Violations.
A. It shall be a misdemeanor for any person to alter, construct, convert, demolish, enlarge, equip, erect, improve, maintain, move, occupy, repair, or use any building or structure in the city, or cause or permit the same to be done contrary to or in violation of any provision of any code adopted under this title. A person shall be guilty of a separate and distinct offense for each and every day during which any violation of any provision of any code adopted under this title is committed, continued, or permitted to be committed or continued.
B. It shall be a misdemeanor for any person or entity to fail to comply with a notice or order to comply or repair issued under any provision of any code adopted under this title. A person shall be guilty of a separate and distinct offense for each and every day that he or she fails to comply with the notice or order. A violation of this subsection is independent and does not depend on a finding that the person cited also violated another provision of this code. It shall not be a defense to a prosecution under this subsection that the person cited under this subsection was found not guilty of the underlying violation.
15.50.020 - Penalties.
Every person found guilty of a misdemeanor shall be punishable for each separate offense by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars or by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
15.50.030 - Recovery of Attorneys' Fees.
Recovery authorized. Any violation of this municipal code is hereby determined to constitute a public nuisance. The prevailing party in any judicial action, administrative proceeding, or special proceeding to abate a nuisance may recover its incurred attorney's fees, provided that the city elected, at the initiation of such individual action or proceeding, to recover its own attorneys' fees. In no judicial action or administrative proceeding shall an award of attorney's fees to a prevailing party exceed the amount of reasonable attorney's fees incurred by the city in the judicial action or administrative proceeding. A judicial action includes, but is not limited to, any civil or criminal action, inspection or abatement warrant, administrative proceeding, or appeal from an administrative proceeding. In addition to any other basis, the city shall also be determined the prevailing party when a person complies voluntarily or involuntarily after a deadline in a notice issued by the city expires, and also when the city's enforcement action was a cause or catalyst for compliance. The failure of a court to award attorneys' fees to the city shall not preclude the city from recovering its attorneys' fees and costs through an administrative or other process.
Chapter 15.60 - SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARDS
Sections:
15.60.010 - Intent.
15.60.020 - Application.
15.60.030 - Definitions.
15.60.040 - Placards—Content.
15.60.050 - Placards—Depiction.
15.60.060 - Penalty for violation.
15.60.010 - Intent.
This chapter approves the use of standard placards to indicate the condition of buildings and structures for continued occupancy and authorizes the building official, or his or her authorized representative, to post such placards at each entry point to a building or a structure upon completion of a safety assessment.
15.60.020 - Application.
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to the occupancy of all buildings and structures subject to the regulatory jurisdiction of the City of Chino.
15.60.030 - Definitions.
The term "safety assessment" shall mean a visual, non-destructive examination of a building or structure by the building official or his or her authorized representative for the purpose of determining its suitability for continued occupancy.
15.60.040 - Placards—Content.
The following are descriptions of the official placards to be used to designate the condition for continued occupancy of buildings or structures, copies of which are depicted in the addendum to Section 15.60.050:
1. INSPECTED—Lawful Occupancy Permitted. This placard is to be posted on any building or structure wherein no apparent structural hazard has been found. However, it is not intended to mean that there is no damage to the building or structure. This placard shall be printed with a green background or on green paper, for easy recognition.
2. RESTRICTED USE. This placard is to be posted on any building or structure that has been damaged wherein the damage has resulted in some form of restriction to the continued occupancy. The person who posts this placard shall note in general terms the type of damage encountered and clearly and concisely describe the restrictions on continued occupancy. This placard shall be printed with a yellow background or on yellow paper, for easy recognition.
3. UNSAFE—Do Not Enter or Occupy. This placard is to be posted on any building or structure that has been damaged so severely that continued occupancy poses a threat to life or safety. Buildings or structures posted with this placard shall not be entered under any circumstance, unless authorized in writing by the building official or his or her authorized representative. However, city safety assessment personnel and teams shall be authorized to enter these buildings or structures at any time. This placard is not to be used as or considered to be a demolition order. The person who posts this placard shall note in general terms the type of damage encountered. This placard shall be printed with a red background or on red paper, for easy recognition.
4. JURISDICTIONAL SEAL, CODE REFERENCE AND RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT. Each such placard shall contain the Seal of the city of Chino, a reference to the provisions of the city code pursuant to which such placard was authorized, and the responsible department name, address and phone number.
15.60.050 - Placards—Depiction.
The placards authorized by the preceding Section 15.60.040 are depicted in the following tables:
Table 15.60.050.a
Table 15.60.50.b
Table 15.60.50.c
15.60.060 - Penalty for violation.
(a) It shall be a misdemeanor for any person to occupy any building or structure in violation of the placard posted thereon pursuant to this chapter. A person shall be guilty of a separate and distinct offense for each and every day that he or she fails to comply with such posted placard. (b) It shall be a misdemeanor for any person to remove a placard posted on any building or structure pursuant to this chapter. (c) Every person found guilty of a misdemeanor shall be punishable by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars or by imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment.
Chapter 15.70 – APPEALS
Sections:
15.70.010 - Appeals.
15.70.010 - Appeals.
Any recipient of a decision, order or determination by the city's building official or designee relating to the application of regulations and building standards codified in Title 15 of this code may appeal that decision, order or determination in accordance with Section 8.50.100 and Chapter 8.50 of this code. The failure to file a timely and complete appeal as required by Section 8.50.100 and Chapter 8.50 shall constitute a waiver of all rights to appeal and a failure to exhaust administrative remedies. The decision of the hearing officer, as provided in Section 8.50.100, shall be final.” Section 3: Except as otherwise amended herein, the remainder of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the City of Chino Municipal Code shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such determination shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The city council declares that it would have enacted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase hereof irrespective of any determination of invalidity.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.
Section 6: Certification. The City Clerk of the City of Chino shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the Chino Champion, a newspaper of general circulation, and printed and published within designated locations in the City in accordance with the provisions of the Government Code.
ADOPTED THIS 4TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2025.
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EUNICE ULLOA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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I, Natalie Gonzaga, City Clerk of the City of Chino, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance of the City of Chino was duly adopted by the City Council at a regular meeting held on the 4th day of November 2025.
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ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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NATALIE GONZAGA, CITY CLERK
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