Chapter 6 — WATER SUPPLY AND DISTRIBUTION
606.5 Control Valve.
California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2022 edition · updated 2026-09-12 · California
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A control valve shall be installed immediately ahead of each water-supplied appliance and immediately ahead of each slip joint or appliance supply.
Parallel water distribution systems shall provide a control valve either immediately ahead of each fixture being supplied or installed at the manifold, and shall be identified with the fixture being supplied. Where parallel water distribution system manifolds are located in attics, crawl spaces, or other locations not readily accessible, a separate shutoff valve shall be required immediately ahead of each individual fixture or appliance served.
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