1603.20 Rainwater Diversion Valves — 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) § 1603.20 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission

Rainwater diversion valves ranging from 2 inches (50 mm) through 12 inches (300 mm) in diameter shall be an approved diverter valve . Valves shall be readily accessible and include a filter located upstream of the valve when required.

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