Redwood City Municipal Code § 9.152 Structural Design

The provisions of this Article shall be in addition to all other provisions of the Building Code insofar as the same relate to lot grading, soils design, foundation design, construction design, structural design, and other engineering design. Such provisions are not intended to prevent the use of any engineering design not referred to herein provided any such alternate has been approved by the Building Official. The Building Official may approve any such alternate provided the Building Official finds after review of comprehensive design data submitted by the applicant, that the design is for the purpose intended, and at least the equivalent in strength, safety, and effectiveness.

(Ord. No. 2551, § 1(Exh. A), 9-29-25)

The provisions of this Article shall be applicable to that portion of the City indicated on the map entitled "Where Special Bay Mud Requirements Apply" available through the City website.

(Ord. No. 2551, § 1(Exh. A), 9-29-25)

All structural design shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, 2025 Edition, or the California Residential Code, 2025 edition, including lateral force provisions for wind and earthquake.

(Ord. No. 2551, § 1(Exh. A), 9-29-25)

Foundation systems located in Special Bay Mud Areas shall consist of mat, grill, piles or a similar system with a demonstrated ability to resist differential settlement and for tying the foundation elements together. Foundation design shall be in accordance with the California Building Code, 2025 edition, or the California Residential Code, 2025 edition.

(Ord. No. 2551, § 1(Exh. A), 9-29-25)