Adoption of the 2022 California
Code of Regulations, Title 24
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Triennial code adoption cycle allows jurisdictions to adopt the body of the Code, as amended by the State, and to adopt appendices applicable to local needs.
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MULTIPLE STATE AGENCIES AND COMMISSIONS review and
amend the ICC (International Code Council) and IAPMO (International Assn. of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials) codes to fit California needs.
Developed through the collaborative efforts of:
Dept. of Housing & Community Development, Div. of State Architect, State Fire Marshal, Statewide Health Planning & Development, Energy Commission, Dept. of Public Health,
S
tate Lands
C
ommission,
Board of State and Community Corrections, and the Building S
tandards Commission.
What are Building Codes?
Building regulation in the United States
began in the late 1800s when major cities
began to adopt and enforce building codes
in response to large fires in densely
populated urban areas. The primary intent
of early building codes was to reduce the
fire risk, but over time, their scope has
expanded.
Today, building codes are sets of regulations that address structural integrity, fire resistance, safe exits, lighting, ventilation, and construction materials. They specify the minimum requirements to safeguard the health, safety, and general welfare of building occupants and emergency responders.
AMENDED CODES INCLUDED IN THIS ADOPTION:
2021 International Property maintenance Code
California Administrative Code, Part 1
California Building Code, Part 2 Vol 1
California Building Code, Part 2, Vol 2
California Residential Code, Part 2.5
California Electrical Code, Part 3
California Mechanical Code, Part 4
California Plumbing Code, Part 5
California Energy Code, Part 6
California Fire Code, Part 9 with
amendments adopted by the Contra Costa
County Fire Protection District
California Green Building Code, Part 11
California Historical Code Part 8 Existing
Building Code Part 10 & Referenced
Standards Code, Part 12
CODE ADOPTION BY LOCAL
JURISDICTIONS
2022 California Building Code and 2021 International Property Maintenance Code.
CBC[A] 101.3 Intent. The purpose of this code is to establish the minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation, and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.
IPMC [A] 101.3 Purpose. The purpose of this code is to establish minimum requirements to provide a reasonable level of health, safety, property protection and general welfare insofar as they are affected by the continued occupancy and maintenance of structures and premises.
Existing structures and premises that do not comply with these provisions shall be altered or repaired to provide a reasonable minimum level of health, safety and general welfare as required herein.
Why do we need to adopt these
codes and appendices?
Major Policy Area: Improve Public Safety Policy #500. Employ Integrated Efforts to Reduce Blight.
Priority Work Plan FY 2021-23, effective March 1, 2021 through Resolutions 2021- 026, 2021-089, 2021-128, 2022-147, 2022-155 and 2022-160.
Compliance: Adopt the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code with amendments to enhance the City’s ability to reduce blight and enforce minimum property maintenance standards for commercial and residential properties.
Compliance: Adopt the 2022 California Building and Fire Codes to comply with State law to regulate the construction and maintenance of all properties in San Pablo.
Council Priority Plan Compliance
Code Amendments Highlights
➢ Code sections in the California Building and Residential Codes were added to establish policies to clarify the application of the Building Code provisions. Policies include: plans expiration, fees for expired permits, fees for special investigations, reinspection fees and a written refund policy. ➢ The 2021 International Property Maintenance Code was utilized as the model code and the proposed amendments were added to clarify requirements specific to San Pablo due to geological, climatic and topographical conditions.
➢ The changes to the California Energy Code were made to propose all new construction to be built “all electric.” Moving to all electric for new construction will help to achieve improved energy sustainability and help in the reduction of greenhouse gases by reducing reliance on natural gas. To accommodate certain conditions that may represent a hardship for residents and business owners, the proposed Ordinance allows use of natural gas in circumstances identified in the staff report and Ordinance.
These changes are consistent with forthcoming State law and with recent Code language adopted by Contra Costa County, the City of Richmond, the City of Hercules, Alameda County, the City of Albany, the City of Berkeley, the City of Alameda, and the City of Oakland. A total of 68 jurisdictions in California have adopted these or similar Code provisions as of November 18, 2022, according to the Sierra Club.
Code Amendments Highlights
➢ Property Maintenance Code includes additional provisions regarding overgrown grasses, weeds, and herbaceous vegetation that will help to abate blight conditions in certain locations: Code sections in the California Building and Residential Codes were added to establish policies to clarify the application of the Building Code provisions. Policies include:
plans expiration, fees for expired permits, fees for special investigations, reinspection fees and a written refund policy.
Section 302.4 of the IPMC is amended to read as follows:
IPMC 302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds and other uncontrolled herbaceous growth in excess of eight (8) inches in height. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as ornamental and uncultivated grasses and herbaceous vegetation that when mature bear wingy or downy seeds, or which because of having attained such a height or extensiveness of growth and desiccation have become a fire menace, or which are otherwise noxious or dangerous to health or safety.
CEQA COMPLIANCE & FISCAL IMPACT
CEQA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This proposed action is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) (i.e., the “common sense” exemption) in that its purpose to provide minimum standards to safeguard life, limb, health, property, and public welfare of construction and its adoption will not have the effect of deleting or substantially changing any regulatory standards or findings and it can be determined with certainty that the adoption of the proposed amendments to the Municipal Code has no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. In addition, adoption of these amendments is exempt from review under CEQA Guidelines section 15308 because the project is an action being taken by a regulatory agency where the process involves procedures for the protection of the environment that do not have the potential to cause significant effects on the environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
There will be no direct fiscal impact to the City as a result of this amendment. However, to the extent that new construction and renovations in San Pablo meet current codes, the longevity and value of these improvements will be enhanced and will help to support the San Pablo tax base and local economy.
Community Development Department staff
recommends:
❖Conduct public hearing
❖Waive the reading of the Ordinance and read by
title only
❖Introduce the attached Ordinance including any
further revisions
Q & A
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