Alhambra, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

• Alhambra follows the California Building Code based on ICC’s Uniform codes. Alhambra has amendments to the state code; links are provided below. To order copies of the California code visit www.iccsafe.org.
The 2007 California Building Standards Code will become effective on January 1, 2008. For more information visit the California Building Standards Commission.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)The International Code Council and local
Structural CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)The International Code Council and local
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeLocal Code
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeLocal Code
Electrical CodeCalifornia Electrical Code 2007 (NEC 2005)The International Code Council and local
Accessibility CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 2)The International Code Council and local
Energy CodeCalifornia Energy Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 6)International Code Council and online for download
Elevator CodeCalifornia Elevator Safety Construction Code 2007 (California Code of Regulations, Title 8)The International Code Council and local

Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralBuilding Division
Phone: (626) 570-5034
PlumbingBuilding Division
Phone: (626) 570-5034
MechanicalBuilding Division
Phone: (626) 570-5034
ElectricalBuilding Division
Phone: (626) 570-5034
AccessibilityBuilding Division
Phone: (626) 570-5034
Fire MarshalVince Kemp
Fire Chief
Phone: (626) 570-5190
ZoningZoning/Planning Dept.
Phone: (626) 570-5034
Fax: (626) 458-4201
PlanningZoning/Planning Dept.
Phone: (626) 570-5034
Fax: (626) 458-4201
Public WorksMary Swink
Director
Phone: (626) 570-5067
Fax: (626) 282-5833
Parks/RecreationClaudine Meeker
Parks & Recreation Dept.
Phone: (626) 570-5044