Compton, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

• Compton follows the California Building Code based on ICBO’s Uniform codes. Compton has amendments to the state code (see below). To order copies of the California code visit ICC.
The 2007 California Building Standards Code changes will take effect January 1, 2008. For more information visit the California Building Standards Commission.
Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)City Clerk’s Office,
(310) 605-5530
Structural CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)City Clerk’s Office,
(310) 605-5530
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeCity Clerk’s Office,
(310) 605-5530
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeCity Clerk’s Office,
(310) 605-5530
Electrical CodeCalifornia Electrical Code 2007 (NEC 2005)City Clerk’s Office,
(310) 605-5530
Accessibility CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 2)California Access Compliance,
(916) 327-9698
Energy CodeCalifornia Energy Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 6)ICC and online for download
Elevator CodeCalifornia Elevator Safety Construction Code 2007 (California Code of Regulations, Title 8)ICC or (800) 423-6587.

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 Inspector
Phone: (310) 605-5509
PlumbingBuilding Inspector
Phone: (310) 605-5509
MechanicalBuilding Inspector
Phone: (310) 605-5509
ElectricalBuilding Inspector
Phone: (310) 605-5509
AccessibilityBuilding Inspector
Phone: (310) 605-5509
ZoningPlanning Dept.
Phone: (310) 605-5532
PlanningPlanning Dept.
Phone: (310) 605-5532
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