Earlier editions: 2026-09
Chapter 9 — BUILDING REGULATIONS Revised
Monterey Municipal Code Art. 4 Elevators
Monterey Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · Monterey
Cite as: Monterey Municipal Code Article 4 · Text as of 2026-10-05
Sec. 9-50. Elevators Required in Elderly Housing Projects.¶
At least one elevator shall be required in every multiple rental dwelling in excess of one story that, at the time of construction, is dedicated to exclusively house the elderly, handicapped, or a combination thereof. This requirement shall only apply to the construction of new rental dwelling units.
Sec. 9-51. Alternative Less Than Eight Units.¶
In projects of less than eight units, the Chief of Inspection Services/Building Official may approve a substitute for an elevator that meets the intent of this article to provide accessibility above the first floor to the elderly and handicapped. (Ord. 3653 § 4, 2022; Ord. 3472 § 1, 2012; Ord. 3424 § 1, 2009)
Sec. 9-52. Elderly Defined.¶
“Elderly” shall mean any person over the age of 62 years.
Sec. 9-53. Handicapped Rules Prevail.¶
In any project where the regulations governing handicapped accessibility are more stringent than this article, said handicapped regulations shall prevail.
Sec. 9-54. Time of Compliance.¶
No building permit shall be issued for any project which does not meet the requirements of this article.
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