Earlier editions: 2026-09
Title 8 — HEALTH AND SAFETY›Chapter 8.100 — HOUSING CODE
Sacramento Municipal Code Art. VI Structural Requirements
Sacramento Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Sacramento
Cite as: Sacramento Municipal Code Article VI · Text as of 2026-10-04
8.100.460 Generally.¶
Buildings or structures may be of any type of construction permitted by the California Building Code. Roofs, floors, walls, foundations, and all other structural components of buildings shall be capable of resisting any and all forces and loads to which they may be subjected. All structural elements shall be proportioned and joined in accordance with the stress limitations and design criteria as specified in the appropriate sections of the California Building Code. Buildings of every permitted type of construction shall comply with the applicable requirements of the California Building Code. (Ord. 2004-008 § 10; prior code § 49.06.601)
8.100.470 Shelter.¶
Every building shall be weather protected so as to provide shelter for the occupants against the elements and to exclude dampness. (Prior code § 49.06.602)
8.100.480 Protection of materials.¶
All wood shall be protected against termite damage and decay as provided in the California Building Code. (Ord. 2004-008 § 11 ; prior code § 49.06.603)
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