New California Building Codes Go Into Effect January 1, 2011

Quality and Risk Management 1 Minute

On January 1, 2011, California’s new building codes go into effect after adoption by local jurisdictions. The new codes include two brand new-to-California publications: the Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen), and the California Residential Code, which will require automatic fire sprinklers in all new single-family homes in California. These new codes have been discussed previously on KPAA.com/News (2008 Title 24 Building Standards Delayed, CALGREEN: How will the nation?s first statewide green building standards code work with LEED?, and

Published by Brian L. Hill

As Director of Consulting Services for Xpera Group, Brian L. Hill connects clients to the diverse range of experts, technical specialists, tools and other resources that the firm has to offer in order to solve complex building performance issues. He is also the editor and publisher of AECforensics.com, which dissects the latest news and information impacting quality and risk management in the built environment.

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