3203.1 General. Sidewalks shall be constructed in accordance with the Public Works Code.

San Francisco Building Inspection Commission Codes · 2022 edition · updated 2026-08-28 · San Francisco

Sidewalks over excavated areas shall be supported on noncombustible construction with 3-hour fire-rated protection. The sidewalk shall be waterproofed by use of a hot mopped asphalt membrane or other approved means.

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