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Chapter 7 — BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS

West Covina Municipal Code § 7-1 Definition of terms

West Covina Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · West Covina

Cite as: West Covina Municipal Code § 7-1 · Text as of 2026-10-04

Sec. 7-1. - Definition of terms.

Unless the contrary is stated or clearly appears from the context, the following definitions govern the construction of the words and phrases used in the titles of the Los Angeles County Code adopted pursuant to this chapter. Words and phrases not defined by this chapter have the meanings set forth in the Los Angeles County Code. If the definition of any term contained in this chapter conflicts with the definition of the same term in the Los Angeles County Code, then the definition contained in this chapter governs.

Building and safety division means the building division of the community development department of the city.

Code or codes means the applicable version of the codes adopted by reference in this chapter.

County means City of West Covina or Los Angeles County depending on the context.

Health office means the county department of health services.

(Ord. No. 2508, § 2, 12-6-22)

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Sec. 7-2. - Fees.

All fees required pursuant to this chapter shall be established by resolution of the city council.

(Ord. No. 2508, § 2, 12-6-22)

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Secs. 7-3—7-15. - Reserved.

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