Lancaster, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

• Lancaster follows the California Building Code based on ICBO’s Uniform codes. Lancaster 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)Building Department,
(661) 723-6144
Structural CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (IBC 2006)Building Department,
(661) 723-6144
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeBuilding Department,
(661) 723-6144
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeBuilding Department,
(661) 723-6144
Electrical CodeCalifornia Electrical Code 2007 (NEC 2005)Building Department,
(661) 723-6144
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
StructuralSiamak Tousi
Plans Examiner
Phone: (661) 723-6253
PlumbingCraig Earl
Plans Examiner
Phone: (661) 723-5892
MechanicalCraig Earl
Plans Examiner
Phone: (661) 723-5892
ElectricalCraig Earl
Plans Examiner
Phone: (661) 723-5892
AccessibilityCraig Earl
Plans Examiner
Phone: (661) 723-5892
Fire MarshalFire Prevention
Phone: (661) 723-6000
CivilSteve Dassler
City Engineer
Phone: (661) 723-6088
ZoningSylvia Donovan
Senior Planner
Phone: (661) 723-5849
PlanningBrian Ludicke
Director of Community Development
Phone: (661) 723-6105
City AttorneyDave McEwen
City Attorney
Phone: (661) 723-6012
Public WorksSteve Dassler
City Engineer
Phone: (661) 723-6088
Parks/RecreationLyle Norton
Director Parks, Recreation
Phone: (661) 723-6080