San Mateo, California Building Codes

Building Codes References

• The Silicon Valley Uniform Code Program follows the California Building Code based on ICBO’s Uniform codes but has amendments to the state code (see below). To order copies of the California code visit the International Code Council.
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 CodeIBC 2006 (California Building Code 2007)Online
Structural CodeIBC 2006 (California Building Code 2007)Online
Plumbing CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeOnline
Mechanical CodeCalifornia Building Standards CodeOnline
Electrical CodeNEC 2005 (California Electrical Code 2007)Online
Accessibility CodeCalifornia Building Code 2007 (Title 24, Part 2)California Access Compliance,
(916) 327-9698 and Online
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 Division
Phone: (650) 522-7172
Fax: (650) 522-7171
PlumbingBuilding Division
Phone: (650) 522-7172
Fax: (650) 522-7171
MechanicalBuilding Division
Phone: (650) 522-7172
Fax: (650) 522-7171
ElectricalBuilding Division
Phone: (650) 522-7172
Fax: (650) 522-7171
AccessibilityBuilding Division
Phone: (650) 522-7172
Fire MarshalBureau of Fire Protection & Life Safety
Phone: (650) 522-7940
ZoningStephen Scott
Zoning Administrator
Phone: (650) 522-7207
PlanningRonald Munekawa
Chief of Planning
Phone: (650) 522-7203
Public WorksPublic Works Dept.
Phone: (650) 522-7300
Parks/RecreationParks and Recreation
Phone: (650) 522-7400