Earlier editions: 2026-09
Title 15 — Buildings and Construction
Newport Beach Municipal Code Ch. 15.03 International Property Maintenance Code
Newport Beach Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Newport Beach
Cite as: Newport Beach Municipal Code Chapter 15.03 · Text as of 2026-10-04
§ 15.03.010. Adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code.¶
The City Council adopts and incorporates by reference, as set forth in full in this section, the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code, as published by the International Code Council.
The various parts of this Code, along with the amendments and deletions adopted in this chapter, shall constitute and be known as the “Newport Beach Property Maintenance Code.” A copy of the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code shall be kept on file in the office of the Building Official pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 18942(e)(1) and made available for public inspection.
(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
§ 15.03.020. Deletion of Chapter 1, Except Sections 101, 102, 109.1, 109.1.4, 109.4,…¶
Chapter 1 of the Property Maintenance Code is deleted, except Sections 101, 102, 109.1, 109.1.4, 109.4, 109.7, and 109.8.
(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
§ 15.03.030. Amendment to Section 101.1.¶
Section 101.1 is amended to read as follows:
| Section 101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Newport Beach Property Maintenance Code, herein referred to as “this code.” |
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(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
§ 15.03.040. Amendment to Section 102.3.¶
Section 102.3 is amended to read as follows:
| Section 102.3 Application of other Codes. Repairs, additions or alterations to a structure, or changes of occupancy, shall be done in accordance with the procedures and provisions of the applicable adopted codes. Nothing in this code shall be construed to cancel, modify, or set aside any provisions of the Newport Beach Municipal Code. |
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(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
§ 15.03.045. Amendment to Section 302.4.¶
Section 302.4 is amended to read as follows:
| Section 302.4 Weeds. Premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weeds or plant growth that create a fire hazard or are overgrown in a way that they obstruct the right of way, block visibility of pedestrians and drivers, or harbor rats, vermin, or insects. Noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants, and vegetation, other than trees or shrubs provided; however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. Upon failure of the owner of agent having charge of a property to cut and destroy weeds after service of a notice of violation, they shall be subject to prosecution in accordance with California Building Code Section 114.3 and as prescribed by the authority having jurisdiction. |
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(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
§ 15.03.050. Amendment to Section 303.2.¶
Section 303.2 is amended to read as follows:
| Section 303.2 Enclosures. Private swimming pools, hot tubs and spas or water features containing more than eighteen (18) inches of water depth shall comply with section 305.2 of the Newport Beach Residential Swimming Pool and Spa Code and Section 3109.2 of the Newport Beach Building Code. No existing pool enclosure shall be removed, replaced, or changed in a manner that reduces its effectiveness as a safety barrier. |
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(Ord. 2022-26 § 2, 2022; Ord. 2025-23 § 2, 2025)
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