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Chapter 12 — FUEL GAS PIPING

1208.7 Gas Pressure Regulators — 2025 California Plumbing Code

California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-09-25 · California

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Cite as: 2025 California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) § 1208.7 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission

A line pressure regulator shall be installed where the gas supply pressure exceeds the maximum allowable inlet pressure of the appliance served. [NFPA 54:5.7.1]

1208.7.1 Listing. Line pressure regulators shall be listed in accordance with CSA/ANSI Z21.80/CSA 6.22 where the outlet pressure is set to 2 psi (14 kPa) or less.

[NFPA 54:5.7.2]

1208.7.2 Location. The gas pressure regulator shall be accessible for servicing. [NFPA 54:5.7.3] 1208.7.3 Regulator Protection. Pressure regulators shall be protected against physical damage. [NFPA 54:5.7.4]

1208.7.4 Regulator Vents. Regulator vents shall be in accordance with Section 1208.15. [NFPA 54:5.7.5] 1208.7.5 Identification. Line pressure regulators at multiple regulator installations shall be marked by a metal tag or other permanent means designating the building or the part of the building being supplied.

[NFPA 54:5.7.6]

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