2019-11-19 CC Agenda Packet - ITEM #C10 - PRESENTATION -2019 Code AdoptionLOCAL ADOPTION OF THE 2019 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
CITY of EL SEGUNDO
NOVEMBER 19, 2019
• Every 3 years the State publishes a new set of building
codes
• CA Building Standards Code (T24) governs construction
of all buildings in the state
• Every city in CA is mandated to adopt the State codes
• Each city may amend the Code to address local conditions
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EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE
TITLE 13
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- Solar photovoltaic systems for new homes.
2019 STATE CODE CHANGES
2016 To 2019
New Single-family
homes will use 53%
less energy (Solar
Panels)
Nonresidential
buildings will use
30% less energy
Lighting Upgrades)
- Revision to the Residential code requiring smoke/CO detectors
to be interconnected for remodel and addition.
- An automatic -closing device is now permitted as an alternative
to a self-closing device for the door between the garage and
dwelling.
- Change in occupant load factor from 100 to 150 for general
office space to allow bigger office space before triggering
additional exits.
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• Plan checks to expire in 1 year (rather than 6 months)
• Permits to expire in 1 year (rather than 6 months to match AB
2913)
• Technical amendments from LARUCP (3 new structural
amendments to the CBC and 1 new structural amendment to
the CRC)
• Voluntary Seismic Retrofit Provisions (Re -adoption)
• New Construction —January 1, 2020
• Public outreach/training sessions
• Design and construction checklists
• Information/Illustrative handouts
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