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Building Division

Overview May 29, 2020

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The Building Division is responsible for activities related to the construction, remodeling, and demolition of buildings and structures.

By reviewing building permit applications, issuing building and related permits, checking plans, and inspecting buildings and properties, the Division can ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances. The Division is responsible for enforcing all applicable building, mechanical, energy, accessibility, plumbing, electrical and housing codes and laws adopted by the City and State to ensure a safe and habitable building environment.

2022 California Building Code Significant Changes Workshop (Residential)

Below is a link to a recording and slide presentation for a December 5, 2022 Workshop that provided an overview of significant changes to the 2022 California Residential Building Code scheduled to take effect January 1, 2023. City of St. Helena Chief Building Official Philip Henry provided the overview. Workshop sponsors were the City of Chico, Valley Contractors Exchange, Chico Builders Association, and Butte County Development Services.

2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE CHANGE INFORMATION

The following two links will direct you to the California Building Standards Commission for further information:

Link to California Building Standards Commission 2022 Code Changes

Link to Significant 2022 Title 24 California Code Changes

New Digital Plan Submittal

The Building Division No Longer Requires a Paper Plan Copy as Part of Building Plan Submittal
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Upcoming Holiday Closures:

Monday, May 29th, 2023 City Hall will be closed in observance of Memorial Day

***ATTENTION*** New 2022 Code Update
2022 California Building code is in effect starting January 1, 2023. Please click on this link for full details on how the building code affects permits, permit applications and master plans.

***ATTENTION*** On the first Wednesday of each month, between 8:00am and 9:00am, Building Division Staff may be unavailable to assist at the front counter so they can participate in the Building Divisions monthly staff meeting.

***ATTENTION*** On the fourth Tuesday of each month, between 8:00am and 9:00am, Building Inspector Staff will be in a mandatory meeting that may impact your AM inspection requests.