Costa Mesa, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

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)
Structural CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards Code
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards Code
Electrical CodeCalifornia Electrical Code 2007 (NEC 2005)
Accessibility CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 2)California Access Compliance,
(916) 327-9698
Energy CodeCalifornia Energy Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 6)online for download
Elevator CodeCalifornia Elevator Safety Construction Code 2007 (California Code of Regulations, Title 8)(800) 423-6587
Other CodesThe City of Costa Mesa does not include any local amendments to any of the below listed codes. For additional information you may contact the Building Division at 714-754-5273

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 Safety Division
Phone: (714) 754-5273
PlumbingBuilding Safety Division
Phone: (714) 754-5273
MechanicalBuilding Safety Division
Phone: (714) 754-5273
ElectricalBuilding Safety Division
Phone: (714) 751-5273
AccessibilityBuilding Safety Division
Phone: (714) 754-5273
Fire MarshalFire Prevention Bureau
Phone: (714) 327-7400
PlanningPlanning
Phone: (714) 754-5245
City AttorneyKimberly Hall Barlow
City Attorney
Phone: (714) 754-5399