Oakland, 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
Energy CodeCalifornia Energy Code 2007California Building Standards Code

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
StructuralPlan Check
Phone: (510) 238-3444
PlumbingPlan Check
Phone: (510) 238-3444
MechanicalPlan Check
Phone: (510) 238-3444
ElectricalPlan Check
Phone: (510) 238-3444
AccessibilityPlan Check
Phone: (510) 238-3444
Fire MarshalDeputy Chief James D. Marshall
Fire Marshal
Phone: (510) 238-4051
ZoningZoning Section
Phone: (510) 238-3911
Fax: (510) 238-4730
PlanningPlanning Section
Phone: (510) 238-3941
Fax: (510) 238-6538
Public WorksPublic Works
Phone: (510) 238-3961
Fax: (510) 238-2233
Parks/RecreationParks & Recreation
Phone: (510) 238-7275