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Part 2 — Administrative Amendments to the California Building Code

Oakland Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · Oakland

15.04.2.200 - Refer to Article I.

Refer to Article I—General Administrative Amendments of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.202 - Section 101.2 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 101.2 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.110 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.204 - Section 102.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 102.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.115 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.206 - Section 102.2 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 102.2 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.120 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.208 - Section 103 of CBC Chapter 1 deleted.

In Section 103 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, delete this Section in its entirety.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.210 - Section 104 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 104 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.130 of this Chapter as a new Subsection 104.103.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.212 - Section 105.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add "Automatic Gate System" and delete sections 105.1.1 and 105.1.2 in their entirety.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.214 - Section 105.2 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.2 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, under "Building":

Delete and replace subparagraph number 2 in its entirety with the following:

"Concrete or masonry fences not over 3 feet high and fences, other than swimming pool barriers, constructed of other materials when not over 7 feet high, gates or fences without automatic openers."

Delete and replace subparagraph number 4 with the following:

"Pier supported retaining walls that are not over 3 feet (914 mm) in height measured above adjacent grade to the top of the wall, with pier spacings not exceeding 4 feet (1219 mm), unless supporting a surcharge."

"Other retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge."

Modify paragraph 6 to read:

"Platforms, sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below, parking lot resurfacing or restriping not containing required parking, and are not part of an accessible path of travel."

Delete and replace subparagraph number 7 with the following:

"Interior painting and exterior painting on buildings constructed after 1978, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and similar finish work."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.216 - Section 105.3 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.3 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.135 of this Chapter as the number 8 subparagraph.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.218 - Section 105.3 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.3 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.140 of this Chapter as the number 9 subparagraph.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.220 - Section 105.3.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.3.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, delete and replace this Section in its entirety with the following:

"When the Building Official finds that the work described in an application for a permit and the plans, specifications, and other data filed therewith conform to the requirements of this Code and other pertinent laws and ordinances and Conditions of Compliance for the abatement of violations of this code and other codes and ordinances requiring permits for corrective work, and that the fees, charges, costs, and assessments specified in the Master Fee Schedule along with all penalties have been paid, the Building Official shall issue a permit therefore to the applicant."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.222 - Section 105.3.2 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.3.2 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace the phrase "… or more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each" with "extension of time not exceeding 180 days."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.224 - Section 105.5 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.5 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.155 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.226 - Section 105.6 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.6 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.160 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.228 - Section 105.7 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 105.7 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace the paragraph in its entirety with the following:

"In addition to the building permit and the Inspection Record Card, it shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections to have available, at the time of inspection, the following information (as applicable):

The approved plans and specifications, including copies of approvals of any changes.

Copies of all previous Correction Notices.

Land use approvals (variances, Conditional Use Permits, Design Review, etc.).

Other permits as may be required by the scope of work (excavation, encroachment, sidewalk, sewer, grading, etc.).

Any other documents as may be necessary for the performance of the inspection (Special Inspection Reports, equipment and appliance installation instructions, payment of accrued fees, etc.)."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.230 - Section 105.8 of CBC Chapter 1 added.

Add a new Section 105.8 in the California Building Code stating:

"Section 105.8 Responsibility of Permittee Building permits shall be presumed to incorporate the provision that the applicant, the applicant's agent, employees or contractors shall carry out the proposed work in accordance with the approved plans and with all requirements of this code and any other laws or regulations applicable thereto, whether specified or not. No approval shall relieve or exonerate any person from the responsibility of complying with the provisions and intent of this code."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.232 - Section 107.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 107.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.145 as a new Subsection 107.1.1.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.234 - Section 107.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 107.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add Section 15.04.1.150 as a new Subsection 107.1.2.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.236 - Section 107.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 107.1 of the California Building Code, replace the phrase "… two or more sets …" in the first sentence with "three or more sets, as the Building Official may require…."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.238 - Section 107.2.6 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 107.2.6 of the California Building Code, add the following:

Boundary and Topographic Survey Maps

Required Submittal

A combined map or separate maps of a boundary survey, including easement locations, and a topographic survey shall be submitted with all applications for a building permit for a new structure and as otherwise required by the Building Official. One (1) electronic copy in an approved format and two (2) non-electronic copies of the map or maps shall be submitted on approved media (compact disk, heavy bond paper, etc.) which shall bear the seal and wet signature of the Surveyor In Responsible Charge. The surveys shall have been performed (or re-certified) not more than three (3) years prior to the date of the permit application. The

surveys shall be drawn to a scale of not less than 1-inch equals 10 feet. The boundary survey shall be retraceable independent of the monuments or other markers that have been set during the survey.

Required Information

The following information shall be included on the map or maps:

The boundary lines of the subject property with their courses and lengths.

EXCEPTION

Where approved by the Building Official for large sites, the extent of the survey may be limited to a minimum of 65 feet from the exterior wall of the proposed building, provided a vicinity map is shown indicating the location of the survey as it relates to the site as a whole.

Identification of and ties to the local, nearby, and permanent monuments. In areas where local monuments do not exist to control local boundaries, the Surveyor In Responsible Charge may be required to install permanent monuments conforming to City standards to perpetuate any boundary lines established.

A Basis of Survey statement that identifies how the boundary lines for the site have been developed (i.e.: "This survey is based on the lines and dimensions shown on Parcel Map 1234, filed June 1, 1950, …").

A Basis of Bearings statement that identifies how the bearings for the boundary lines have been derived (i.e.: "The bearings of this map are based upon the monument line of Smith Street, taken as N 45° W as shown …").

Identification of the locations and type of monuments or other makers set by the Surveyor In Responsible Charge with the elevations above and below City of Oakland datum or Port of Oakland datum, as applicable. A boundary survey map need not include references to elevations where shown on a separate topographic survey map. Boundary survey maps for vertical subdivisions of real property shall include references to elevations above and below City of Oakland datum or Port of Oakland datum, as applicable. Where Port of Oakland datum is used, a graphical conversion to City of Oakland datum shall be provided.

The record distance along the public right-of-way line from a side property line to the nearest intersecting street.

The distance and direction from a frontage comer of the site to the nearest existing fire hydrant.

Contour lines of the existing ground surface elevations with an interval spacing not more than five (5) feet. Elevations shall be referenced to City of Oakland datum or Port of Oakland datum, as applicable.

EXCEPTION

Where approved by the Building Official, elevations of selected points on the ground ("spot" elevations) may be provided in lieu of contour lines for sites with relatively level topography.

Where Port of Oakland datum is used, a graphical conversion to City of Oakland datum shall be provided.

Grades and contours shall extend to the centerline of improved streets and to the opposite side of the public right-of-way on unimproved streets and to a minimum of ten (10) feet beyond the side and rear property lines.

The location of all existing buildings or other pertinent structures (retaining walls, arbors, etc.) on the property.

The locations of existing public and private infrastructure improvements, including curbs, sidewalks, pavement, sewers, conduits, waterways, and culverts, either on or affecting the property and any proposed easements required in connection therewith.

The location, nature, and record information, of all public and private easements of record located on or directly affecting the site.

The location and width of existing driveways, referenced to any existing driveways within fifty (50) feet, with an indication of the percentage gradient of the existing driveway.

The location of traffic signal poles, street lighting standards, fire hydrants, sidewalk boxes, street trees, signs, pull boxes, parking meters or parking pay stations, utility poles, City Monuments and/or benchmarks, and any other utilities or fixed objects within fifty (50) feet of a proposed driveway that may interfere with access to the property.

The location at the approximate center of the base and the diameter at breast height of all protected trees as required by Chapter 12.36 of the Oakland Municipal Code.

A North arrow, the date that the field survey was performed, the area of the site, the scale of the plat, and a title block which includes the legal description of the site (i.e.: "Lot 2 of Parcel Map 1234, recorded June 1, 1950, …").

Existing horizontal or vertical curves within three hundred (300) feet of a proposed driveway.

The location of existing crosswalks and bus stops within one hundred (100) feet of a proposed driveway.

Any additional information necessary to obtain compliance with this Code or related State laws and local ordinances as determined by the Building Official, including, but not limited to:

a.

Boundary closure and area calculations (2 copies, sealed and signed by the surveyor); and

b.

Evidence of compliance with State laws relating to mandatory filing of Comer Record(s) or a Record of Survey.

A statement signed by the Surveyor In Responsible Charge for the boundary survey map and/or topographic survey map as follows:

a.

For use when the boundary survey (and/or easement determination) and topographic survey are performed by, or under the responsible charge of, the same surveyor:

BOUNDARY AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY STATEMENT

This map correctly represents a survey made by me or under my direction in conformance with the requirements of the California Land Surveyors' Act at the request of [insert owner or agent's name], on [date].

I hereby state that all existing grades and contours are based upon City of Oakland/Port of Oakland (select one) datum.

I hereby further state that to the best of my knowledge all provisions of applicable state laws and local ordinances have been fully satisfied.

I hereby further state that the parcel(s) designated by my survey and shown on this map is (are) the same as that shown on (select the applicable statement from the following):

•

that (those) certain deed(s), recorded [date], [insert recording information: series, O.R., etc.], in the Office of the Alameda County Recorder, and identified on the current equalized assessment roll of the Alameda County Assessor as Parcel No.: [insert APN].

•

that certain Map entitled: [mapname], filed on [date], in Book of Maps [pages], in the Office of the Alameda County Recorder.

•

Parcel Map Waiver Map, recorded [date], [insert recording information: series, O.R., etc.], in the Office of the Alameda County Recorder.

I hereby further state that in accordance with the California Land Surveyors' Act the performance of this survey (select the applicable statement from the following choices):

•

does not require a Comer Record or Record of Survey to be filed.

•

requires that a Comer Record be filed and I will file (or have filed) a Comer record within the time limits prescribed by State law. Once filed by the County Surveyor in official records, I will provide a copy to the City Surveyor's office.

•

requires that a Record of Survey be filed with the Alameda County Surveyor, and I will file (or have filed) same within the time limits prescribed by State law. If, in the course of such filing, changes are necessary to the Record of Survey that reflect upon the survey submitted to the City of Oakland, I will promptly submit a corrected copy of said survey to the City.

I hereby acknowledge that this survey shall be a public record and may be available for inspection and distribution to the general public.

     signature       date , 20 _____   (typed name)

P.L.S. (or P.E.) No. __ Expires  date , 20 _____

b.

For use when the boundary survey (and/or easement determination) is not performed by, or under the responsible charge of, the surveyor who is responsible for the topographic survey:

BOUNDARY SURVEY STATEMENT

This map correctly represents a boundary survey made by me or under my direction in conformance with the requirements of the California Land Surveyors' Act at the request of [insert owner or agent's name], on [date].

I hereby further state that, to the best of my knowledge all provisions of applicable state laws and local ordinances have been fully satisfied.

I hereby further state that in accordance with the California Land Surveyors' Act the performance of this survey (select the applicable statement from the following choices):

•

does not require a Comer Record or Record of Survey to be filed.

•

requires that a Comer Record be filed and I will file (or have filed) a comer record within the time limits prescribed by State law. Once filed by the County Surveyor in official records I will provide a copy to the City Surveyor's office.

•

requires that a Record of Survey be filed with the Alameda County Surveyor, and I will file (or have filed) same within the time limits prescribed by State law. If, in the course of such filing, changes are necessary to the Record of Survey that reflect upon the survey submitted to the City of Oakland, I will promptly submit a corrected copy of said survey to the City.

I hereby acknowledge that this survey shall be a public record and may be available for inspection and distribution to the general public.

     signature       date , 20 _____   (typed name)

P.L.S. (or P.E.) No. __ Expires  date , 20 _____

c.

For use when the topographic survey is not performed by the surveyor who is responsible for the boundary survey (and/or easement determination):

TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY STATEMENT

This map correctly represents a topographic survey made by me or under my direction in conformance with the requirements of the California Land Surveyors' Act at the request of [insert owner or agent's name], on [date].

I hereby state that the property boundary shown upon this map is based upon a survey performed by [insert name and license number of surveyor performing the boundary work], on [date], 20___.

I hereby state that all existing grades and contours are based upon City of Oakland/Port of Oakland (select one) datum.

I hereby further state that, to the best of my knowledge all provisions of applicable state laws and local ordinances have been fully satisfied.

I hereby acknowledge that this survey shall be a public record and may be available for inspection and distribution to the general public.

     signature       date , 20 _____   (typed name)

P.L.S. (or P.E.) No. __ Expires  date , 20 _____

A public advisory as follows:

PUBLIC ADVISORY

This map is based on private surveys performed by licensed professionals and will not be updated or corrected by the City of Oakland after its filing. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made by the City of Oakland that this map and the survey information on which it is based is correct, accurate, and current, nor that the City will retain for public inspection any related information which may be subsequently submitted to the City, including alleged or actual discrepancies, inaccuracies, deficiencies, and errors.

Plot Plan

Required Submittal

All applications for a building permit for a new building, or as otherwise required by the Building Official, shall be accompanied by a Plot Plan which has been certified within three (3) years prior to date of permit application. The plot plan shall be based upon and show all information that is required to be shown upon the boundary survey and topographic survey maps of subject site. Four (4) wet signed and sealed copies of the plot plan shall be submitted with the permit application. Scale of the plot plan shall be no smaller than 1 inch equals 10 feet.

Required Information

The following information shall be included on the Plot Plan:

All relevant data from boundary survey and topographic survey.

Locations of the proposed building and other structures and improvements with proper references to every existing building and other structure and improvement on the property. Existing buildings and other structures and improvements indicated on the survey and that will be (or have been since the survey was prepared) demolished should be indicated as such on the plot plan.

Design of all off-street parking and loading facilities, including parking stall size, angle of parking, aisle width, interior circulation and proposed grades. If a parking structure is being constructed, a reference to this should be made on the plot plan.

Location and dimensions of ground level usable open space as required by the Planning Code.

Indication of landscaping and screening as required by the Planning Code.

Indication as to which protected trees, if any, as defined in Chapter 12.36 of the Oakland Municipal Code, may be removed or damaged by proposed construction.

The proposed street grades along the property line contiguous to the street in not less than three places, where property shown on plat abuts on an unimproved street.

The location, ties to boundary monuments, and elevations of all proposed improvements, including parking pads, garages, buildings, interior floors, decks, retaining walls, exterior stairways, and driveways.

The location of the proposed building sewer connecting the proposed improvements to the main sewer with the flow line elevation shown at the main sewer connections.

The location, width, and grades of proposed driveways, properly referenced to any existing driveways, poles, signs, hydrants, or any fixed objects within 50 feet, that may interfere with access to the property.

All proposed grades, elevations, and contours based upon City of Oakland datum or Port of Oakland datum, as applicable.

All proposed contour lines at not more than five-foot intervals, which contours shall extend over the portion of the public right-of-way proposed to be improved.

Where roof rain leaders cannot drain to the street or where storm water runoff is concentrated, an acceptable drainage plan prepared by a registered design professional is required.

Any additional information necessary to obtain compliance with this Code or related State laws or local ordinances as determined by the Building Official.

A Designer's Statement:

DESIGNER'S STATEMENT

This plot plan correctly represents a plot plan made by me or under my direction.

I hereby state that to the best of my knowledge all provisions of applicable State laws and local ordinances have been fully satisfied.

I hereby further state that all proposed grades, elevations, and contours delineated upon this plot plan are based upon a survey by (name and license no. of surveyor) dated (date of survey) that was indicated thereon by the surveyor thereof as being based upon City of Oakland datum.

(OR, if applicable):

I hereby further state that all proposed grades, elevations, and contours delineated upon this plot plan are based upon a boundary survey by (name and license no. of surveyor) dated (date of survey) and a topographic survey by (name, and license no. of surveyor) dated (date of survey) that were indicated thereon by the surveyors thereof as being based upon City of Oakland/Port of Oakland (select one) datum.

_____ _____ , 20 _____ (signature) (date)

Title: _______ License No: _____

Expires ____, 20

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.240 - Subsection 107.3.3 of CBC Chapter 1 deleted.

In Section 107.3 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, delete Subsection 107.3.3 in its entirety.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.242 - Section 109.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 109.1 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.165 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.246 - Section 109.4 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 109.4 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace "…Building Official…" with "as established in the Master Fee Schedule."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.248 - Section 109.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 109.5 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace "…that are prescribed by law…" with "as established in the Master Fee Schedule," and also add the following paragraph:

"Re-inspection fees may be assessed when the Inspection Record Card, Approved Plans, Correction Notices, Conditions of Approval, Conditions of Compliance, or other necessary permits or documents are not readily available to the inspector; or for failure to provide unimpeded access on the date and time for which the inspection is scheduled; or for failure to comply with a Stop Work Notice; or for deviating from Approved Plans requiring the approval of the Building Official or other City Department."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.250 - Section 109.6 of CBC Chapter 1 deleted.

In Section 109.6 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, delete this Section in its entirety.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.252 - Section 110.3.810 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 110.3.810 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with the following:

"In addition to the scheduled inspections specified above, the Building Official may make investigations, re- inspections, or compliance monitoring inspections, or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code and Conditions of Compliance and other laws which are enforced by the City and assess fees as established in the Master Fee Schedule."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.254 - Section 110.3, Subsection 110.3.113 of CBC Chapter 1 added.

In Section 110.3 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add the new Subsection:

110.3.113 Re-inspections

To obtain a re-inspection, the applicant shall first pay the re-inspection fee as established in the Master Fee Schedule and then schedule a re-inspection.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.256 - Section 110.3, Subsections 110.3.1—110.3.4 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 110.3 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, add and replace the following subsections with the following:

110.3.0 Preconstruction Inspections

Pre-Construction inspection is required for Major Projects with a valuation over $250,000 prior to start of construction activities including grading activities to review project Conditions of Approval issued by Planning and to provide departmental guidance as it relates to inspection sequence, milestones, and Final requirements. All other projects are encouraged but not required to obtain a Pre-Construction inspection.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

110.3.1 Major Inspection—Foundation

Before concrete or grout is placed, approval of a Foundation Inspection shall be contingent upon project adherence to Best Management Practices (BMPs), receipt and approval of required certifications, tests, and reports; receipt of fees, including investigation, re-inspection, compliance monitoring, and increased valuation of work; receipt of required City and outside agency approvals; removal of vegetation and completion of excavations for footings; installation and approval of required forms, reinforcing and prestressing steel, and structural embedments; and installation and approval of required electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire extinguishing, and communication conduits, pipes, ducts, inserts, embedments, and similar systems, components, or ancillary equipment items.

Where inspection is performed under the requirements of California Building Code Chapter 17 (Special Inspections), receipt of certifications, tests and reports resulting from such inspection shall be received prior to approval or partial approval of any Major Inspection. All materials for the foundation not otherwise required to be secured in place shall be on the jobsite, except for concrete which is ready mixed in accordance with CBC Standard No. 193.

110.3.2 Major Inspection—Concrete Slab or Under Floor

Before concrete is placed or floor sheathing is installed, including subfloor, approval of a Concrete Slab or Under Floor Inspection shall be contingent upon continued project adherence to Best Management Practices (BMPs), receipt and approval of required certifications, in flood hazard areas, upon placement of lowest floor, including the basement, and prior to vertical construction, the elevation certification requires in CBC Section 1612.4 or the CRC shall be submitted to the Building official, tests, and reports; receipt of

fees, including investigation, reinspection, compliance monitoring, and increased valuation of work; receipt of required City and outside agency approvals; installation and approval of required forms, reinforcing and prestressing steel, and structural embedments; and installation and approval of required in-slab or under- floor required electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire extinguishing, and communications conduits, pipes, ducts, vents, vapor barriers, insulation, and similar systems, components, or ancillary equipment items.

Where inspection is performed under the requirements of California Building Code Chapter 17 (Special Inspections) of the California Building Code, receipt of certifications, tests and reports resulting from such inspection shall be received and approved prior to approval or partial approval of any Major Inspection.

Where under-floor conditions and clearances are determined to be readily accessible as defined herein, the Building Official may authorize and approve the installation of sub-floor/floor sheathing prior to the satisfaction of all conditions specified in paragraph one of this Section. All documents related to off-site manufacture, third party approval/inspection of materials or workmanship must be received and approved by the Building Official prior to approval or partial approval of any subsequent work which is supported by the concrete slab or foundation and sub-floor assembly.

110.3.3 Major Inspection—Frame

Approval of a Frame (Rough) Inspection shall be contingent upon continued project adherence to Best Management Practices (BMPs) receipt and approval of required certifications, tests, moisture content verification, and reports; receipt of fees, including investigation, re-inspection, compliance monitoring, and increased valuation of work; receipt of required City and outside agency approvals, including off-site fabrication of components; installation and approval of weatherproofing for the roofing system, all framing, fire blocking, fire-resistance ratings, draft stopping, fire and smoke resistant penetrations and bracing; installation of noise and energy-saving materials including: insulating materials, fenestration, duct systems, HVAC, and water heating equipment; installation and approval of chimneys; and installation and approval of required electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire extinguishing, and communication conduits, pipes, ducts, inserts, embedment, and similar systems, components, or ancillary equipment items. Prior to approval of frame where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces have weather-exposed surfaces, and the structural framing is protected by an impervious moisture barrier, all elements of the impervious moisture barrier system shall not be concealed until inspected and approved. Except: Where special inspections are provided in accordance with Section 1705.1.1, Item 3. Additionally, approval of the Frame inspection shall be contingent upon approval of the lath or gypsum wallboard inspection. No work shall be concealed until specific approval has been given (framing, etc.).

110.3.4 Major Inspection—Final

Approval of a Final Inspection shall be contingent upon continued project adherence to project Conditions of Approval, Best Management Practices (BMPs), approval of all other required inspections; receipt and approval of required certifications, in flood hazard areas, documentation of elevation of lowest floor as required in CBC Section 1612.4 or the CRC shall be submitted to the Building official tests, and reports; receipt of fees; receipt of required City and outside agency approvals; completion and approval of finish grading and all public and site improvements; installation and approval of all electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire extinguishing, and communication conduits, pipes, ducts, vents, insulation, vapor barriers, and similar systems, components, or ancillary equipment; and the building being completed and ready for occupancy.

Delete sections 110.3.5,110.3.6,110.3.7, 110.3.8, 110.3.9, 110.3.10, 110.3.11, 110.3.12 in their entirety.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.257 - Section 110.5 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 110.5 of the California Building Code, add a third sentence as follows:

"It shall the duty of the permit holder to have field personnel on site who are over the age of 18 and who have direct knowledge of the work and project and have competency to answer questions about the work performed."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.258 - Section 111.1 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 111.1 of the California Building Code, add the new second paragraph stating:

"A survey of the lot may be required by the Building Official to verify that the structure is located in accordance with the approved plans."

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

15.04.2.260 - Section 113 of CBC Chapter 1 amended.

In Section 113 of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code, replace this Section in its entirety with Section 15.04.1.125 of this Chapter.

(Ord. No. 13861, § 4, 9-15-2025)

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Oakland Municipal Code
  1. Article I — POWERS AND FORM OF GOVERNMENT
  2. Article II — THE COUNCIL
  3. Article III — THE MAYOR
  4. Article IV — CITY OFFICERS
  5. Article V — THE CITY MANAGER
  6. Article VI — ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION
  7. Article VII — PORT OF OAKLAND
  8. Article VIII — FISCAL ADMINISTRATION
  9. Article IX — PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION
  10. Article X — FRANCHISES, LICENSES, PERMITS, LEASES AND SALES
  11. Article XI — ELECTIONS
  12. Article XII — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  13. Article XIV — RESERVED
  14. Article XV — RESERVED
  15. Article XVI — THE CHILDREN'S INITIATIVE OF 2018
  16. Article XX — OAKLAND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
  17. Article XXI — MISCELLANEOUS
  18. Article XXVI — Added By: Stats. 1951; POLICE AND FIRE RETIREME…
  19. Article XXVII — Added By: Stats. 1955 OFF-STREET VEHICULAR PAR…
  20. Title 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  21. Article I — Bidding Contracting and Purchasing
  22. Article II — City Policy Regarding Banks and Firms Which Do Bu…
  23. Chapter 2.05 — OAKLAND MUSEUM OF CALIFORNIA COLLECTION ACQUISI…
  24. Chapter 2.06 — PROMPT PAYMENT
  25. Chapter 2.07 — GRANT AWARD APPROVAL
  26. Chapter 2.08 — CIVIL SERVICE RULES AND PROCEDURES
  27. Chapter 2.10 — FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL
  28. Chapter 2.12 — DEBARMENT PROGRAM
  29. Chapter 2.16 — MAP OF CITY COUNCIL DISTRICTS
  30. Article I — In General
  31. Article II — Public Access to Meetings
  32. Article III — Public Information
  33. Article IV — Policy Implementation
  34. Chapter 2.22 — CITY PROHIBITED FROM DOING BUSINESS WITH FEDERA…
  35. Chapter 2.23 — SANCTUARY CITY CONTRACTING AND INVESTMENT ORDIN…
  36. Chapter 2.24 — PUBLIC ETHICS COMMISSION
  37. Chapter 2.25 — CITY OF OAKLAND GOVERNMENT ETHICS ACT
  38. Chapter 2.26 — TICKET DISTRIBUTION POLICY
  39. Chapter 2.28 — LIVING WAGE ORDINANCE
  40. Chapter 2.29 — CITY AGENCIES, DEPARTMENTS AND OFFICES
  41. Chapter 2.30 — EQUAL ACCESS TO SERVICES
  42. Chapter 2.32 — EQUAL BENEFITS ORDINANCE
  43. Chapter 2.34 — IDENTIFICATION CARDS
  44. Chapter 2.36 — WORKER RETENTION AT LARGE-SCALE HOSPITALITY BUS…
  45. Chapter 2.38 — OAKLAND WHISTLEBLOWER ORDINANCE
  46. Chapter 2.40 — PROHIBITION ON NEPOTISM IN CITY EMPLOYMENT
  47. Chapter 2.41 — ACQUISITION AND LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY BY CITY
  48. Article I — General Provisions
  49. Article II — Sale of City-Owned Real Property, Generally
  50. Article III — Lease of City-Owned Real Property, Generally
  51. Article IV — Sale or Lease of City-Owned Real Property for Dev…
  52. Article V — Special Licenses and Leases
  53. Chapter 2.43 — GRANT OF PUBLIC UTILITY FRANCHISES
  54. Chapter 2.44 — DEPARTMENT OF WORKPLACE AND EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
  55. Chapter 2.45 — OAKLAND POLICE COMMISSION
  56. Chapter 2.46 — COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW AGENCY
  57. Chapter 2.47 — PUBLIC SAFETY PLANNING AND OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
  58. Chapter 2.48 — WILDFIRE PREVENTION COMMISSION
  59. Title 3 — MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
  60. Article I — General Provisions
  61. Article II — Elections for Elective Office
  62. Chapter 3.12 — THE CITY OF OAKLAND CAMPAIGN REFORM ACT
  63. Article I — Findings and Purpose
  64. Article II — Definitions
  65. Article III — Contribution Limitations
  66. Article IV — Political Communications
  67. Article VI — Electronic Filing and Recordkeeping Requirements
  68. Article VII — Violations Related to Enforcement
  69. Article VIII — Agency Responsibility and Authority
  70. Article VIII — Enforcement
  71. Article IX — Miscellaneous Provisions
  72. Chapter 3.13 — LIMITED PUBLIC FINANCING ACT OF 2024
  73. Article III — Election Campaign Fund
  74. Article IV — Eligibility for Public Financing
  75. Article V — Disbursement of Public Financing
  76. Chapter 3.14 — OAKLAND FALSE ENDORSEMENT IN CAMPAIGN LITERATURE
  77. Article III — Prohibition on False Endorsements
  78. Article IV — Enforcement
  79. Article V — Miscellaneous
  80. Article I — Findings and Purpose.
  81. Article III — Agency Duties
  82. Article IV — Democracy Dollars
  83. Article V — Limits and Restrictions
  84. Article VI — Enforcement
  85. Article VII — Miscellaneous
  86. Chapter 3.16 — CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
  87. Chapter 3.20 — THE CITY OF OAKLAND LOBBYIST REGISTRATION ACT
  88. Article II — Definitions and Interpretation of This Act
  89. Article III — Registration of Lobbyists
  90. Article IV — Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
  91. Article V — Prohibitions
  92. Article VI — Enforcement and Penalties
  93. Title 4 — REVENUE AND FINANCE
  94. Article I — General Provisions and Definitions
  95. Article II — Issuance of Bonds
  96. Article III — Miscellaneous Provisions
  97. Chapter 4.52 — SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION TAX
  98. Chapter 4.54 — AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND INFRASTRUCTURE BOND LAW
  99. Article III — Miscellaneous Bond Provisions
  100. Article IV — Anti-Displacement and Affordable Housing Bond Law…
  101. Chapter 4.56 — VACANT PROPERTY TAX
  102. Chapter 4.58 — OAKLAND ZOO ANIMAL CARE, EDUCATION AND IMPROVEM…
  103. Title 5 — BUSINESS TAXES, PERMITS AND REGULATIONS
  104. Article II — UDCB Permit Requirement and Process
  105. Article III — Standards and Requirements
  106. Article IV — Code Enforcement
  107. Article V — Noticing Procedure for Removal
  108. Chapter 5.20 — CLOSE-OUT SALES
  109. Chapter 5.22 — DANCE HALLS
  110. Chapter 5.24 — FILMING PERMITS
  111. Chapter 5.26 — FIREARMS DEALERS
  112. Chapter 5.28 — FLYING FIELDS, HELIPORTS AND HELISTOPS
  113. Chapter 5.30 — FOR-HIRE VEHICLES
  114. Chapter 5.32 — FRANCHISES
  115. Chapter 5.33 — HOME MORTGAGE LENDING
  116. Chapter 5.34 — HOTEL RATES AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
  117. Chapter 5.36 — MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT AND MASSAGE THERAPISTS
  118. Chapter 5.38 — MATTRESSES
  119. Chapter 5.40 — MECHANICAL AND ELECTRONIC GAMES
  120. Chapter 5.42 — MINIATURE GOLF COURSES
  121. Chapter 5.43 — OAKLAND ARTISAN MARKETPLACE
  122. Chapter 5.44 — OUTDOOR AMUSEMENT CENTERS
  123. Chapter 5.46 — PAWNBROKERS, SECONDHAND DEALERS, SCRAP DEALERS …
  124. Chapter 5.48 — PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS
  125. Chapter 5.50 — POOL ROOMS AND BOWLING ALLEYS
  126. Chapter 5.51 — FOOD VENDING PROGRAM
  127. Article II — Standards and Requirements
  128. Article III — Enforcement, Revocation and Abatement
  129. Chapter 5.52 — PRIVATE PATROL SERVICES AND PRIVATE WATCHMAN
  130. Chapter 5.54 — RENDERING
  131. Chapter 5.56 — RIDING ACADEMIES
  132. Chapter 5.58 — SCHOOL STORES
  133. Chapter 5.60 — SKATING RINKS
  134. Chapter 5.62 — STREET CARS
  135. Chapter 5.64 — TAXICABS
  136. Chapter 5.66 — THEATERS
  137. Chapter 5.68 — TRAMPOLINE CENTERS
  138. Chapter 5.70 — MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS REGULATIONS
  139. Chapter 5.72 — RECREATIONAL VEHICLE ON UNDEVELOPED PROPERTY PI…
  140. Chapter 5.80 — MEDICAL AND ADULT-USE CANNABIS DISPENSARY PERMITS
  141. Chapter 5.81 — MEDICAL AND ADULT-USE CANNABIS CULTIVATION, MAN…
  142. Chapter 5.90 — SKATE PARK FACILITIES
  143. Chapter 5.91 — LICENSURE OF TOBACCO RETAILERS
  144. Chapter 5.92 — CITY MINIMUM WAGE, SICK LEAVE, AND OTHER EMPLOY…
  145. Chapter 5.93 — HOTEL MINIMUM WAGE AND WORKING CONDITIONS
  146. Chapter 5.95 — HOSPITALITY AND TRAVEL WORKER RIGHT TO RECALL
  147. Chapter 5.96 — GROCERY WORKER HAZARD PAY
  148. Chapter 5.97 — CAP ON THE COMMISSIONS, CHARGES, AND FEES OF FO…
  149. Title 6 — ANIMALS
  150. Title 8 — HEALTH AND SAFETY
  151. Article I — Purpose and Introductory Sections
  152. Article II — Graffiti Public Nuisance and Unlawful
  153. Article III — Graffiti Abatement
  154. Article IV — Municipal Code Liability, Remedies, and Penalties…
  155. Article V — Sale of Graffiti Implements to Minors
  156. Article VI — State Graffiti Laws
  157. Article VII — Graffiti Abatement Funding and Rewards
  158. Article VIII — Administrative Appeals
  159. Article IX — Miscellaneous
  160. Article I — Findings and Purposes
  161. Article III — Illegal Dumping and Littering as Unlawful and Pu…
  162. Article IV — Administrative, Civil, and Criminal Liabilities a…
  163. Article V — Special Liabilities and Responsibilities
  164. Article VI — Community Service
  165. Article VII — Reward Fund
  166. Article VIII — Administrative Appeals
  167. Article IX — Miscellaneous Sections
  168. Chapter 8.12 — HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
  169. Chapter 8.14 — MEAT
  170. Chapter 8.16 — MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS
  171. Chapter 8.18 — NUISANCES
  172. Chapter 8.19 — WOOD-BURNING APPLIANCES
  173. Chapter 8.20 — PAY TELEPHONES
  174. Chapter 8.21 — AUTOMATED PURCHASING MACHINES
  175. Chapter 8.22 — RESIDENTIAL RENT ADJUSTMENTS AND EVICTIONS
  176. Article I — Residential Rent Adjustment Program
  177. Article II — Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance (Measure EE)
  178. Article III — Terminating Tenancy to Withdraw Residential Rent…
  179. Article IV — Rent Program Service Fee
  180. Article V — Tenant Protection Ordinance
  181. Article VI — TENANT MOVE OUT AGREEMENT ORDINANCE
  182. Article VII — UNIFORM RESIDENTIAL TENANT RELOCATION ORDINANCE
  183. Article VIII — RELOCATION PAYMENTS FOR OWNER OR RELATIVE MOVE-…
  184. Article IX — Equitable Access to Low-Income ("EQUAL") Housing …
  185. Chapter 8.24 — PROPERTY BLIGHT
  186. Chapter 8.25 — RONALD V. DELLUMS AND SIMBARASHE SHERRY FAIR CH…
  187. Chapter 8.26 — SCRAP YARD ABATEMENT PROCEDURES
  188. Chapter 8.28 — SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING
  189. Chapter 8.30 — SMOKING
  190. Chapter 8.32 — TOBACCO PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION RESTRICTIONS
  191. Chapter 8.36 — SWIMMING POOLS
  192. Chapter 8.38 — SANITATION
  193. Chapter 8.40 — MISCELLANEOUS HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
  194. Chapter 8.42 — CERTIFIED UNIFIED PROGRAM AGENCY (CUPA)
  195. Chapter 8.44 — SECURITY FOR EVENTS AT THE OAKLAND-ALAMEDA COUN…
  196. Chapter 8.46 — MEDICAL CANNABIS
  197. Chapter 8.48 — VEHICLE-BASED SOLICITATION RESTRICTIONS
  198. Chapter 8.50 — EMERGENCY SERVICES ORGANIZATION AND DISASTER CO…
  199. Chapter 8.52 — ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CARE FACILITIES
  200. Chapter 8.54 — FORECLOSED AND DEFAULTED RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY R…
  201. Article I — Intent
  202. Article III — Registration
  203. Article IV — Inspection, Maintenance, and Security Requirements
  204. Article V — Enforcement
  205. Article VI — Appeal
  206. Chapter 8.56 — EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES FEES PROGRAM
  207. Article I — Title and Purpose
  208. Article III — Scope and Exclusions
  209. Article IV — Registration, Inspection, and Abatement
  210. Chapter 8.60 — PROHIBITION ON THE STORING AND HANDLING OF COAL…
  211. Article II — Miscellaneous
  212. Chapter 8.62 — REGULATIONS ESTABLISHING PERMIT REQUIREMENTS AN…
  213. Chapter 8.64 — PROHIBITION ON COMBUSTION ENGINE-POWERED LEAF B…
  214. Chapter 8.66 — COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE PROVIDER CHOICE ORDINANCE
  215. Chapter 8.68 — REQUIREMENT OF PROOF OF A COVID-19 VACCINATION …
  216. Chapter 8.70 — NUISANCE VESSELS ON OAKLAND WATERS
  217. Chapter 8.72 — ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
  218. Title 9 — PUBLIC PEACE, MORALS AND WELFARE
  219. Article I — Dangerous Weapons
  220. Article II — Firearms and Weapons Violence Prevention
  221. Article III — Prohibition on the Sale of Saturday Night Specia…
  222. Article V — Prohibition on the Sale of Compact Handguns
  223. Article VI — Tools of Violence and Vandalism at Demonstrations
  224. Article VII — Privately Manufactured Firearms, Unfinished Fram…
  225. Chapter 9.37 — UNSECURED FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION IN UNATTENDED…
  226. Chapter 9.38 — POSSESSION OF LARGE-CAPACITY MAGAZINES
  227. Chapter 9.39 — SAFE STORAGE OF FIREARMS IN A RESIDENCE
  228. Chapter 9.40 — DISCRIMINATION BASED ON AIDS
  229. Chapter 9.44 — DISCRIMINATION BASED ON SEXUAL ORIENTATION
  230. Chapter 9.45 — DISCRIMINATION BASED ON DIVERSE FAMILY AND RELA…
  231. Chapter 9.48 — HOUSING DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF CHILDREN
  232. Chapter 9.52 — SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
  233. Chapter 9.56 — NUISANCE VEHICLES
  234. Article II — Procedures After Impoundment
  235. Article III — Miscellaneous
  236. Chapter 9.58 — LOITERING FOR THE PURPOSE OF ENGAGING IN ILLEGA…
  237. Chapter 9.60 — SLAVERY ERA DISCLOSURE
  238. Chapter 9.64 — REGULATIONS ON CITY'S ACQUISITION AND USE OF SU…
  239. Chapter 9.65 — REGULATIONS ON CITY'S ACQUISITION AND USE OF MI…
  240. Chapter 9.72 — CITY PARTICIPATION IN FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT A…
  241. Title 10 — VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC
  242. Article I — Traffic Administration
  243. Article II — Enforcement and Obedience to Traffic Regulations
  244. Article III — Penalties
  245. Chapter 10.12 — TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
  246. Chapter 10.16 — MISCELLANEOUS TRAFFIC CONTROL REGULATIONS
  247. Chapter 10.17 — MOTORIZED SCOOTERS AND POCKET BIKES
  248. Chapter 10.18 — DOCKLESS VEHICLE SHARE PROGRAM
  249. Chapter 10.20 — SPEED LIMITS
  250. Chapter 10.24 — PEDESTRIANS
  251. Chapter 10.28 — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING GENERALLY
  252. Chapter 10.32 — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING IN SPECIFIC STR…
  253. Chapter 10.36 — PARKING METER ZONES
  254. Chapter 10.40 — STOPPING FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING ONLY
  255. Chapter 10.44 — RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM
  256. Chapter 10.45 — INTERIM MIXED USE PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM FOR T…
  257. Chapter 10.48 — PARKING FINES
  258. Chapter 10.52 — COMMERCIAL VEHICLES AND VEHICLE SIZE AND WEIGH…
  259. Chapter 10.53 — EXTRALEGAL LOAD TRANSPORTATION PERMITS
  260. Chapter 10.56 — AIRPORT GROUND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
  261. Chapter 10.57 — OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 200-YARD MARINE …
  262. Chapter 10.60 — VISION OBSCUREMENT AT INTERSECTIONS
  263. Chapter 10.64 — ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED OR INOPERATIVE …
  264. Chapter 10.68 — EMPLOYER-BASED TRIP REDUCTION PROGRAM
  265. Chapter 10.70 — SOUTHEAST OAKLAND AREA TRAFFIC IMPACT FEE
  266. Article II — Payment of Fees
  267. Article III — Credits and Reimbursements
  268. Article IV — Fee Protests, Appeals, and Adjustments
  269. Chapter 10.71 — FREE-FLOATING ZONE PERMIT PROGRAM FOR CAR SHAR…
  270. Chapter 10.72 — DEDICATED SPACE PERMIT PROGRAM FOR CAR SHARING…
  271. Chapter 10.74 — SIDESHOWS
  272. Title 12 — STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES
  273. Article I — Assemblies
  274. Article II — Parades
  275. Chapter 12.50 — NEWSRACKS—CITY-WIDE CONTROLS
  276. Chapter 12.52 — SIDEWALK BENCHES
  277. Chapter 12.56 — SOUND AMPLIFICATION EQUIPMENT
  278. Chapter 12.60 — BICYCLES
  279. Chapter 12.61 — VULNERABLE ROAD AND SIDEWALK USER PROTECTION
  280. Article I — Generally
  281. Article II — Park Permits
  282. Title 13 — PUBLIC SERVICES
  283. Article I — Title, Purpose and General Provisions
  284. Article II — Discharge Regulations and Requirements
  285. Article III — Inspection and Enforcement
  286. Article IV — Coordination with Other Programs
  287. Article V — Appeals and Fees
  288. Title 14 — SIGNS
  289. Title 15 — BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION
  290. Article I — General Administrative Amendments
  291. Part 1 — Administrative Amendments to the California Administr…
  292. Part 2 — Administrative Amendments to the California Building …
  293. Part 2.5 — Administrative Amendments to the California Residen…
  294. Part 3 — Administrative Amendments to the California Electrica…
  295. Article 110-35 — SAFETY
  296. Part 4 — Administrative Amendments to the California Mechanica…
  297. Part 5 — Administrative Amendments to the California Plumbing …
  298. Part 7 — Administrative Amendments to the California Wildland …
  299. Part 8 — Administrative Amendments to the California Historica…
  300. Part 10 — Administrative Amendments to the California Existing…
  301. Part 12 — Administrative Amendments to the California Referenc…
  302. Part 1 — Reserved
  303. Part 2 — California Building Code Non-Administrative Technical…
  304. Chapter 16B — PRIVATE DRIVEWAY ACCESS BRIDGES
  305. Chapter 18B — GRADING, EXCAVATIONS, AND FILLS
  306. Part 2.5 — California Residential Code Non-Administrative (Tec…
  307. Part 3 — California Electrical Code Non-Administrative (Techni…
  308. Part 4 — California Mechanical Code Non-Administrative (Techni…
  309. Part 5 — California Plumbing Code Non-Administrative (Technica…
  310. Part D — Disposal of Rainwater Drainage
  311. Part 7 — California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Non-Administ…
  312. Part 8 — California Historical Building Code Non-Administrativ…
  313. Part 10 — California Existing Building Code Non-Administrative…
  314. Part 12 — California Referenced Standards Code Non-Administrat…
  315. Chapter 15.06 — OAKLAND AMENDMENTS TO THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY AN…
  316. Part 6 — Administrative Amendments to the California Energy Code
  317. Part 11 — Administrative Amendments to the California Green Bu…
  318. Article III — Non-Administrative (Technical) Amendments
  319. Chapter 15.08 — OAKLAND BUILDING MAINTENANCE CODE
  320. Article I — Scope
  321. Article II — Enforcement
  322. Article III — Fees and Inspections
  323. Article IV — Definitions
  324. Article V — Habitable Space
  325. Article VI — Structural
  326. Article VII — Mechanical and Electrical
  327. Article VIII — Exiting
  328. Article IX — Fire Protection
  329. Article X — Substandard and Public Nuisance Buildings
  330. Article XI — Declaration of Public Nuisance—Substandard
  331. Article XII — Administrative Hearing
  332. Article XIII — Lead Hazard Control and Abatement
  333. Article XIV — Delay of Enforcement for Accessory Dwelling Units
  334. Article XV — Delay of Enforcement for Joint Live Work Quarters
  335. Chapter 15.10 — PUBLIC NOTICE OF CITY OF OAKLAND'S INTENT TO C…
  336. Chapter 15.12 — OAKLAND FIRE CODE
  337. Part 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  338. Chapter 2 — DEFINITIONS
  339. Chapter 3 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
  340. Chapter 5 — FIRE SERVICE FEATURES
  341. Chapter 6 — BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS
  342. Chapter 9 — FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS
  343. Chapter 10 — MEANS OF EGRESS
  344. Chapter 11 — CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
  345. Chapter 12 — ENERGY SYSTEMS
  346. Chapter 28 — LUMBERYARDS AND AGRO-INDUSTRIAL, SOLID BIOMASS AN…
  347. Chapter 33 — FIRE SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION
  348. Chapter 49 — REQUIREMENTS FOR WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE AREAS
  349. Chapter 50 — HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - GENERAL PROVISIONS
  350. Chapter 53 — COMPRESSED GASES
  351. Chapter 56 — EXPLOSIVES AND FIREWORKS
  352. Chapter 57 — FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
  353. Chapter 58 — FLAMMABLE GASES AND FLAMMABLE CRYOGENIC FLUIDS
  354. Chapter 60 — HIGHLY TOXIC AND TOXIC MATERIALS
  355. Chapter 80 — REFERENCED STANDARDS
  356. Chapter 15.16 — FIRE-DAMAGED AREA PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT R…
  357. Chapter 15.18 — FIRE SUPPRESSION, PREVENTION, AND PREPAREDNESS…
  358. Chapter 15.20 — GEOLOGIC REPORTS
  359. Chapter 15.24 — EARTHQUAKE-DAMAGED STRUCTURES
  360. Chapter 15.26 — MANDATORY SEISMIC SCREENING OF MULTIPLE STORY …
  361. Article II — Administrative
  362. Article III — Technical
  363. Chapter 15.27 — MANDATORY SEISMIC EVALUATION AND RETROFIT OF C…
  364. Article I — SCOPE
  365. Article II — COMPLIANCE
  366. Article III — ADMINISTRATIVE
  367. Article IV — TECHNICAL
  368. Chapter 15.28 — UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDINGS
  369. Chapter 15.30 — VOLUNTARY SEISMIC STRENGTHENING FOR RESIDENTIA…
  370. Article III — Non-Administrative
  371. Article IV — Financial Incentives
  372. Chapter 15.32 — DANGEROUS BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
  373. Article I — Title
  374. Article II — Administrative
  375. Article III — Solar Energy System Requirements
  376. Chapter 15.34 — CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS COLLECTION,…
  377. Chapter 15.35 — GREEN BUILDING REQUIREMENTS FOR CITY BUILDING …
  378. Article I — Green Building Practices
  379. Article II — Civic Bay-Friendly Landscaping Requirements for A…
  380. Chapter 15.36 — DEMOLITION PERMITS
  381. Chapter 15.37 — ALL-ELECTRIC CONSTRUCTION IN NEWLY CONSTRUCTED…
  382. Chapter 15.40 — BUILDING NUMBERS
  383. Chapter 15.44 — MOVING BUILDINGS
  384. Chapter 15.48 — SETBACK LINES
  385. Chapter 15.52 — VIEWS
  386. Chapter 15.56 — HOUSEBOATS
  387. Chapter 15.60 — CODE COMPLIANCE RELOCATION PROGRAM
  388. Chapter 15.62 — AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST FUND
  389. Chapter 15.63 — OAKLAND RESIDENT/WORKER PREFERENCES AND REQUIR…
  390. Article I — Preferences in Multifamily Affordable Housing Proj…
  391. Article II — Requirements for First-Time Homebuyer Program
  392. Chapter 15.64 — BEDROOM WINDOW SECURITY BAR AND SMOKE DETECTOR…
  393. Chapter 15.68 — JOBS/HOUSING IMPACT FEE
  394. Chapter 15.72 — AFFORDABLE HOUSING IMPACT FEES
  395. Article II — Fee Requirements and Procedures
  396. Article III — On-Site and Off-Site Affordable Housing Options
  397. Article IV — Miscellaneous
  398. Chapter 15.74 — TRANSPORTATION AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS IMPACT…
  399. Article III — Impact Fee Funds
  400. Article IV — Developer Constructed Facilities
  401. Article V — Miscellaneous
  402. Chapter 15.78 — PUBLIC ART REQUIREMENTS FOR PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
  403. Title 16 — SUBDIVISIONS
  404. Title 17 — PLANNING
  405. Title 18 — SUSTAINABILITY
  406. Article I — Intent
  407. Article III — Green Building Compliance Standards
  408. Article IV — Entitlement Phase
  409. Article V — Construction Phase
  410. Chapter 18.04 — PROHIBITION OF THE CITY'S USE AND PURCHASE OF …
  411. Chapter 17.01 — GENERAL PROVISIONS OF PLANNING CODE AND GENERA…
  412. Chapter 17.03 — CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
  413. Chapter 17.05 — LANDMARKS PRESERVATION ADVISORY BOARD
  414. Chapter 17.07 — TITLE, PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE ZONING REGULAT…
  415. Chapter 17.09 — DEFINITIONS
  416. Chapter 17.10 — USE CLASSIFICATIONS
  417. Article I — General Classification Rules
  418. Part 1 — Residential Activity Types
  419. Part 2 — Civic Activity Types
  420. Part 3 — Commercial Activity Types
  421. Part 4 — Industrial Activity Types
  422. Part 5 — Agricultural and Extractive Activity Types
  423. Part 1 — Residential Facility Types
  424. Part 2 — Nonresidential Facility Types
  425. Part 3 — Sign Types
  426. Part 4 — Telecommunications Facility Types
  427. Chapter 17.11 — OS OPEN SPACE ZONING REGULATIONS
  428. Chapter 17.13 — RH HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL ZONES REGULATIONS
  429. Chapter 17.15 — RD DETACHED UNIT RESIDENTIAL ZONE REGULATIONS
  430. Chapter 17.17 — RM MIXED HOUSING TYPE RESIDENTIAL ZONES REGULA…
  431. Chapter 17.19 — RU URBAN RESIDENTIAL ZONES REGULATIONS
  432. Chapter 17.33 — CN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER COMMERCIAL ZONES REGULA…
  433. Chapter 17.35 — CC COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ZONES REGULATIONS
  434. Chapter 17.37 — CR REGIONAL COMMERCIAL ZONE REGULATIONS
  435. Chapter 17.65 — HBX HOUSING AND BUSINESS MIX COMMERCIAL ZONES …
  436. Chapter 17.72 — M-40 INDUSTRIAL ZONES REGULATIONS
  437. Chapter 17.73 — CIX, IG AND IO INDUSTRIAL ZONES REGULATIONS
  438. Chapter 17.74 — S-1 MEDICAL CENTER COMMERCIAL ZONE REGULATIONS
  439. Chapter 17.78 — S-3 RESEARCH CENTER COMMERCIAL ZONE REGULATIONS
  440. Chapter 17.80 — S-4 DESIGN REVIEW COMBINING ZONE REGULATIONS
  441. Chapter 17.84 — S-7 PRESERVATION COMBINING ZONE REGULATIONS
  442. Chapter 17.88 — S-9 FIRE SAFETY PROTECTION COMBINING ZONE REGU…
  443. Chapter 17.90 — S-10 SCENIC ROUTE COMBINING ZONE REGULATIONS
  444. Chapter 17.92 — S-11 SITE DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN REVIEW COMBIN…
  445. Chapter 17.94 — S-12 RESIDENTIAL PARKING COMBINING ZONE REGULA…
  446. Chapter 17.95 — S-13 AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMBINING ZONE REGULAT…
  447. Chapter 17.107 — Density Bonus and Incentive Procedure and Sta…
  448. Chapter 17.96 — S-14 HOUSING SITES COMBINING ZONE REGULATIONS
  449. Chapter 17.97 — S-15 TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT COMMERCIAL Z…
  450. Chapter 17.98 — S-16 INTERSTATE CORRIDOR COMMERCIAL ZONES REGU…
  451. Chapter 17.99 — S-17 DOWNTOWN RESIDENTIAL OPEN SPACE COMBINING…
  452. Article I — Title, Intent and Applicability of the D-DT Zones
  453. Article II — Special Permit Requirements
  454. Article III — Use Requirements
  455. Article IV — Development and Design Standards
  456. Article V — D-DT Combining Zones
  457. Chapter 17.102 — REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN ACTIVITIES …
  458. Article I — Residential Activities
  459. Article II — Civic Activities
  460. Article III — Commercial Activities
  461. Article IV — Industrial Activities
  462. Article V — Agricultural and Extractive Activities
  463. Article VI — Residential Facilities
  464. Article VIII — Nonresidential Facilities
  465. Article IX — Sign Facilities
  466. Article X — Telecommunications Facilities
  467. Chapter 17.104 — GENERAL LIMITATIONS ON SIGNS
  468. Chapter 17.106 — GENERAL LOT, DENSITY, AND AREA REGULATIONS
  469. Chapter 17.107 — DENSITY BONUS AND INCENTIVE PROCEDURE
  470. Chapter 17.108 — GENERAL HEIGHT, YARD, AND COURT REGULATIONS
  471. Chapter 17.110 — BUFFERING REGULATIONS
  472. Chapter 17.112 — HOME OCCUPATION REGULATIONS
  473. Chapter 17.114 — NONCONFORMING USES
  474. Article II — Nonconforming Activities
  475. Article III — Nonconforming Facilities
  476. Chapter 17.116 — OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS
  477. Article II — Off-Street Parking Requirements
  478. Article III — Exemptions and Reductions in Required Parking
  479. Article IV — Off-Street Loading Requirements
  480. Article V — Standards for Required Parking and Loading Facilit…
  481. Chapter 17.117 — BICYCLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS
  482. Article II — Standards for Required Bicycle Parking
  483. Article III — Minimum Number of Required Bicycle Parking Spaces
  484. Chapter 17.118 — RECYCLING SPACE ALLOCATION REQUIREMENTS
  485. Chapter 17.120 — PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
  486. Chapter 17.122 — REPLACEMENT HOUSING UNIT REGULATIONS
  487. Chapter 17.124 — LANDSCAPING AND SCREENING STANDARDS
  488. Chapter 17.126 — USABLE OPEN SPACE STANDARDS
  489. Chapter 17.128 — TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGULATIONS
  490. Chapter 17.130 — ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES GENERALLY
  491. Chapter 17.131 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS POLICY AND PROCEDURES
  492. Chapter 17.132 — ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL PROCEDURE
  493. Chapter 17.134 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PROCEDURE
  494. Chapter 17.135 — SPECIAL USE PERMIT REVIEW PROCEDURE FOR THE O…
  495. Chapter 17.136 — DESIGN REVIEW PROCEDURE
  496. Chapter 17.138 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT PROCEDURE
  497. Chapter 17.140 — PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PROCEDURE
  498. Chapter 17.142 — PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
  499. Article I — Title, Purposes and Applicability
  500. Article II — Planned Unit Developments
  501. Chapter 17.144 — REZONING AND LAW CHANGE PROCEDURE
  502. Chapter 17.148 — VARIANCE AND EXCEPTION PROCEDURE
  503. Chapter 17.150 — FEE SCHEDULE
  504. Chapter 17.152 — ENFORCEMENT
  505. Chapter 17.153 — DEMOLITION, CONVERSION AND REHABILITATION REG…
  506. Chapter 17.154 — ZONING MAPS
  507. Chapter 17.155 — SPECIAL REGULATIONS APPLYING TO MINING AND QU…
  508. Chapter 17.156 — DEEMED APPROVED ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALE REGUL…
  509. Article I — Title and Scope
  510. Article II — Definitions
  511. Article III — Deemed Approved Performance Standards
  512. Article IV — Deemed Approved Status Procedure
  513. Article V — Enforcement Procedure
  514. Chapter 17.157 — DEEMED APPROVED HOTEL AND ROOMING HOUSE REGUL…
  515. Chapter 17.158 — ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW REGULATIONS
  516. Part 1 — General Provisions
  517. Part 2 — California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") Procedu…

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