Building Codes - Last updated 03/28/08     Building Code Requirements The Department of Long Beach Development Services has adopted the 2001 series of California Codes for Building, Mechanical, and Plumbing, and the 2004 California Electric Code. In addition to the California Building Codes, the Building Bureau also enforces codes listed in Title 18 of the Long Beach Municipal Code. Effective After December 31, 2007 - Revised Title 18 (LBMC) Preview revisions: Ordinance No. ORD-07- 0061 Ordinance No. ORD-07- 0062 Part 1 - Updated 1/17 Ordinance No. ORD-07- 0062 Part 2 - Updated 1/17 Effective January 1, 2008 - New California Building Code (CBC) If you are an architect, engineer, designer or contractor that performs work within the State of California, please be advised that a new building code will be enforced. The 2007 CBC is based on the 2006 International Building Code (IBC) and it is significantly different than the Uniform Building Code (UBC). Projects that are designed under the UBC will NOT be accepted after December 31, 2007. You need to be familiar with the new 2007 CBC code and all projects need to be designed and built to the new 2007 CBC. All plan review applications submitted after December 31, 2007 will be required to comply with the new code. The 2007 CBC is currently available for purchase directly from the International Code Council, at www.iccsafe.org. All designers and contractors should participate in training before the new codes take effect. Please visit the websites provided below for training information or speak with your Building Official. CALBO www.CALBO.org General training related to all I-Codes and California amendment training LA Basin Chapter, ICC www.icbolabc.org General training related to all I-Codes and California amendment training Self-study "Introduction to 2007 CBC" (3-disc DVD set) ICC www.iccsafe.org General training related to all I-Codes In addition to Title 18 and 21 regulations, the Building Bureau Inspectors enforce codes listed under the following titles: Title 3, Chapter 3.90 Surcharge for the Development Services Center Title 3, Chapter 3.91 Surcharge on Building, Zoning, and Related Permit Fees Title 8, Chapter 8.27 Lead Hazard Control Title 8, Chapter 8.44 Restaurants Title 8, Chapter 8.45 Food Facilities Additional Links Additional code links that may be of interest to Long Beach Residents and/or Business Owners with regard to the work performed by the Department of Long Beach Development Services. Title 2, Chapter 2.99 Records Reproduction Cost Recovery Title 3, Chapter 3.48 Claims and Refunds Title 5, Chapter 5.40 Garage Sales Title 5, Chapter 5.50 House Movers Title 8, Chapter 8.80.202 Construction Activity - Noise Regulations Title 10, Chapter 10.34 Parking for Disabled Persons in Public Places Title 10, Chapter 10.36 Parking for Disabled Persons in Private Off-Street Facilites Title 12, Chapter 12.28 Oil Production Regulations - Development Standards Title 14, Chapter 14.06 Temporary Occupancy of Public Streets Title 14, Chapter 14.28 Trees and Shrubs Title 14, Chapter 14.32 House Numbering Title 15, Chapter 15.08 Sewer Permits Title 24, Part 6 California Energy Code - 2005 Standards (part of California, not LBMC) Get Adobe Reader

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