Title 24 · California Energy Code

What administrative steps and documentation are required for plan review, inspections and certificates of compliance?

A homeowner-friendly summary: Before your project can get permits and final approval for energy‑related work in California, you (and your design/contract team) must include specific design‑review certificates, a commissioning plan (for larger nonresidential projects), and later deliver functional test reports, special inspection verifications, and a systems manual; these documents support the certificate of compliance the building official needs to approve the work.

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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026

What the code requires — 2–4 sentences

I could not find § 100.2 or § 100.0(g) in the files you provided, so I cannot quote those exact controlling paragraphs. Plain-English: the California Energy Code requires that energy‑related plan review and approvals be supported by specific certificates, design‑review forms, commissioning plans, test reports, special‑inspection records, and a systems manual — and that many of those documents be submitted or made available at defined times (for example, prior to permit issuance, during construction inspections, and at final inspection). Key implementation rules and specific document names (Design Review Kickoff Certificate, Construction Document Design Review Checklist, Commissioning Plan, Functional Performance Testing reports, Systems Manual, special inspection verifications, etc.) are set out elsewhere in the Energy Code and related Parts and are referenced below (§ 120.8, Part 1 § 10‑103, inspection rules § 110.3, special inspections § 1704).

The single most important administrative rule: include the required energy certificates and commissioning documentation with the permit submittal and ensure required tests/inspection reports are available at the final inspection — otherwise the building official can withhold approval.

Requirements in detail

High‑level workflow (what the AHJ expects)

  • PRE‑PERMIT: Include the required design‑review certificates and the commissioning plan in the construction documents or permit package (design review kickoff and construction document checklist forms are explicitly required to be part of the certificate of compliance documentation).
  • DURING CONSTRUCTION: Permit holder notifies the building official for staged inspections; special inspections and approved agencies must keep records and submit reports when required.
  • AT FINAL INSPECTION / CERTIFICATE: Submit functional test reports, special inspection verifications, systems manual, and the completed certificate(s) of compliance so the building official can issue final approvals/occupancy.

Decision‑relevant table (quick reference)

Required document / step Decision dimensions / values to check Who signs / submits When required Code reference
Design Review Kickoff Certificate Confirms design reviewer assignment and kickoff meeting occurred Design reviewer (signer) Included with certificate of compliance package at or before permit submittal § 120.8(d) — Design reviewer requirement; see certificate guidance
Construction Document Design Review Checklist Lists items reviewed (lighting, HVAC, envelope, controls) Design reviewer Submitted with construction documents / certificate of compliance § 120.8(d); Part 1 § 10‑103 referenced forms
Commissioning Plan Systems to test; measurable acceptance criteria; team & schedule Owner / commissioning agent Prior to permit issuance (plan started in design phase) § 120.8(f) — commissioning plan required prior to permit issuance
Functional Performance Testing Reports Test methods, readings, pass/fail, adjustments Field technicians; responsible person signs certificate of acceptance At commissioning / before final inspection § 120.8(g) — functional performance testing required; acceptance test certificate process in related appendices and mechanical code appendices
Systems Manual & Training Records O&M, troubleshooting, inventory, training logs Commissioning agent / contractor / owner Delivered before final inspection / as part of final documentation § 120.8(h) — systems manual and training documentation required
Special Inspection Statements & Verification Reports Scope, continuous vs periodic, inspector qualifications, test results Special inspector / approved agency; owner files reports As required during construction and submitted per building official’s schedule (often prior to final) § 1704 and submission/report rules; keep records during construction
Energy Certificate(s) of Compliance (Part 1 forms) Completed certificate(s) identifying compliance path (prescriptive or performance), listing attached forms Responsible certificant / owner Included in certificate of compliance documentation for permit record and final approval Part 1 § 10‑103 references (Design Review Kickoff and Construction Document Checklist forms)
Inspection records & requests Inspector sign‑offs, requests for inspection, and access provided Permit holder / contractor Permit holder must request inspections at each required stage; final inspection after all work complete § 110.5 Inspection requests / § 110.6 Approval required

Notes on the table: the Energy Code places specific certificate names and the requirement to include them in the certificate of compliance documentation (Part 1 Section 10‑103 referenced) — see the explicit direction to include the Design Review Kickoff and Construction Document Design Review Checklist forms.

Who is responsible for what (short)

  • Owner / owner’s representative: deliver OPR/BOD, include required certificates with permit package, provide systems manual at final.
  • Design reviewer / registered design professional: perform design review, sign Design Review certificates and construction document checklist.
  • Contractor / installing party: request inspections, build in accordance with approved documents, deliver testing teams, provide acceptance certificates.
  • Approved agencies / special inspectors: perform special inspections, keep records, submit required reports.

Exceptions & special cases

  • Healthcare facilities: the Energy Code’s commissioning and functional testing exceptions for healthcare are noted — healthcare is handled differently (see Chapter 7 of Title 24, Part 1). Use the alternative compliance route when specified.
  • Small nonresidential projects (<10,000 ft² conditioned space): limited to design review requirements rather than full commissioning scope per § 120.8(a) notes; check the threshold because it changes which documentation is mandatory.
  • Special inspections: where the building official determines an element is “unusual” or requires third‑party verification, special inspections (continuous or periodic) and formal statements are required; those items must remain exposed until inspected.
  • Local jurisdiction variations: building officials can require additional reports/forms and may accept approved inspection agencies’ reports; follow jurisdictional plan‑check submittal rules (building department procedures).

Common mistakes

  • Submitting commissioning plan after permit issuance instead of prior to permit issuance — the commissioning plan must be started in design and completed prior to permit issuance for many nonresidential projects.
  • Forgetting to include the Design Review Kickoff Certificate and Construction Document Design Review Checklist in the certificate of compliance package — these are explicitly required as part of the certificate package.
  • Not keeping special inspection areas accessible/exposed until the special inspector verifies them (work covered before inspection). Do not conceal until authorized.
  • Treating the systems manual as optional — for many commissioned projects the systems manual and training records must be delivered before final sign‑off.
  • Relying on certificate of occupancy issuance as proof of code compliance for energy provisions — the building official may issue approvals only after required energy documentation and tests are submitted.

Worked example — concrete scenario

Scenario: New office building, nonresidential conditioned space = 12,000 ft².

  1. Threshold check: 12,000 ft² ≥ 10,000 ft² → full commissioning scope applies (design review, commissioning plan, functional testing, systems manual). § 120.8(a).
  2. PRE‑PERMIT submittals you must include:
    • Design Review Kickoff Certificate (signed by the design reviewer).
    • Construction Document Design Review Checklist listing energy items checked.
    • Commissioning Plan with test procedures and acceptance criteria.
  3. CONSTRUCTION phase: perform functional performance testing per procedures in the commissioning plan; field technicians and the responsible person sign the certificate of acceptance/results (e.g., HVAC balancing, control sequence verification).
  4. SPECIAL INSPECTIONS: if any elements require special inspection, the special inspector submits verified reports and keeps records; do not conceal inspected elements.
  5. FINAL documentation to provide with final inspection / permit closeout: all functional test reports (with measured values and adjustments), special inspection verifications, completed certificate(s) of compliance (that include the design review forms), and the systems manual and training record. Only after these are submitted/verified can the building official issue final approval/occupancy.

Related provisions (quick list)

  • § 120.8 — Commissioning, design review, forms and documentation requirements (nonresidential) (Energy Code).
  • § 110.3 / § 110.5 / § 110.6 — Inspections, inspection requests, approval requirements (Building Code administration).
  • § 1704 / § 1705 — Statement of special inspections, qualifications, submittals, and report requirements (special inspections).
  • Part 1 § 10‑103 (referenced) — Certificate of compliance submittal forms (Design Review Kickoff Certificate and Construction Document Design Review Checklist).

Note on controlling §§ you requested: I looked for § 100.2 and § 100.0(g) in the provided files but those specific sections were not present in the uploaded documents, so I have not quoted them directly. If you can upload or point me to the exact file text for § 100.2 and § 100.0(g) I will integrate their language directly and update the article citing them verbatim.

Code references

Grounded in the retrieved California Energy Code — click a citation to read the verbatim passage:

  • § 8-28 High relevance — show source text

    |List of commissioned equipment and systems|| |3.|Cx roles and responsibilities of all parties|| |4.|Meeting requirements|| |5.|Commissioning schedule management procedures|| |6.|Procedures for addressing outstanding issues or noncompliance|| |7.|Requirements for execution and documentation of installation and equipment start-up|| |8.|Specific testing requirements for each system type1|| |9.|Submittal review and approval requirements|| |10.|Contents and approval process of the commissioning plan|| |11.|Cx documentation and reporting requirements|| |12.|Facility staff training requirements and verification procedures|| |13.|O&M manual review and approval procedures|| |14.|Systems manual development and approval procedures|| |15.|Definitions||

    1. These are not the detailed step-by-step test procedures but are lists of features, elements, modes and conditions of tests for specific equipment.

    Owner / Owner’s Representative Date or Designer of Record Signature

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    COMPLIANCE FORMS, WORKSHEETS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL

    Cx MEASURES IN CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

    INCORPORATE THIS FORM IN THE PLANS

    Project Address: ________________________________________________________

    Permit Number: _____________________________

    ITEM # COMMISSIONING MEASURES ITEMS
    1 Measures shown in the specifications and cross referenced
    2 List of commissioned equipment and systems
    3 Cx roles and responsibilities of all parties
    4 Meeting requirements
    5 Commissioning schedule management procedures
    6 Procedures for addressing outstanding issues or noncompliance
    7 Requirements for execution and documentation of installation and equipment start-up
    8 Specific testing requirements for each system type
    9 Submittal review and approval requirements
    10 Contents and approval process of the commissioning plan
    11 Cx documentation and reporting requirements
    12 Facility staff training requirements and verification procedures
    13 O&M manual review and approval procedures
    14 Systems manual development and approval procedures
    15 Definitions

    Commissioning Agent Acknowledgment

    I have reviewed the construction documents listed above and verified their compliance with the Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD) and commissioning plan.

    Name: _______________________________________

    Company Name (if applicable): _____________________________________________

    Agent’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: ______________

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    COMPLIANCE FORMS, WORKSHEETS AND REFERENCE MATERIAL

    COMMISSIONING PLAN

    COMPLIANCE FORM

    The following form may be required to be printed on the permit set of construction drawings or submitted separately.

    CALGreen Commissioning Requirement 5.410.2.3, Commissioning Plan

    5.410.2.3 Commissioning plan. [N] Prior to permit issuance a commissioning plan shall be completed to document how the project will be commissioned. The commissioning plan shall include the following:

    (See Cx plan elements checklist below.)

  • § 5.2 High relevance — show source text

    The design report shall address the following:

    1. Project scope.

    2. Goals and objectives.

    3. Performance criteria.

    4. Hazard scenarios.

    5. Design fire loads and hazards.

    6. Final design.

    7. Evaluation.

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    APPENDIX O—PERFORMANCE-BASED APPLICATION

    1. Bounding conditions and critical design assumptions.
    2. Critical design features.
    3. System design and operational requirements.
    4. Operational and maintenance requirements.
    5. Commissioning testing requirements and acceptance criteria.
    6. Frequency of certificate renewal.
    7. Supporting documents and references.
    8. Preliminary site and floor plans.

    O101.5.2 Design submittal. Applicable construction documents shall be submitted to the building official for review. The documents shall be submitted in accordance with the jurisdiction’s procedures and in sufficient detail to obtain appropriate permits.

    O101.6 Review. Construction documents submitted in accordance with this code shall be reviewed for code compliance with the appropriate code provisions.

    O101.6.1 Peer review. The owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall be responsible for retaining and furnishing the services of a registered design professional or recognized expert, who will perform as a peer reviewer, where required and approved by the building official.

    O101.6.2 Costs. The costs of special services, including contract review, where required by the building official, shall be borne by the owner or the owner’s authorized agent.

    O101.7 Permits. Prior to the start of construction, appropriate permits shall be obtained in accordance with the jurisdiction’s procedures and applicable codes.

    O101.8 Verification of compliance. Upon completion of the project, documentation shall be prepared that verifies performance and prescriptive code provisions have been met. Where required by the building official, the registered design professional shall file a report that verifies bounding conditions are met.

    O101.9 Extent of documentation. Approved construction documents, the operations and maintenance manual, inspection and testing records, and certificates of occupancy with conditions shall be included in the project documentation of the building official’s records.

    O101.10 Analysis of change. The registered design professional shall evaluate the existing building, facilities, premises, processes, and contents, and the applicable documentation of the proposed change as it affects portions of the building, facility, premises, processes and contents that were previously designed for compliance under a performance-based code. Prior to any change that was not documented in a previously approved design, the registered design professional shall examine the applicable design documents, bounding conditions, operation and maintenance manuals, and deed restrictions.

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    CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE – MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE

    APPENDIX P – SLEEPING LOFTS

    (Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)

  • § 3.1 High relevance — show source text

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    O PERFORMANCE-BASED APPLICATION

    The provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically adopted by a state agency or referenced in the adopting ordinance.

    User notes:

    About this appendix: Appendix O provides an optional design, review and approval framework for use by the building official. Typical uses would include cases of alternate methods in Chapter 1, select areas of the code that require a rational analysis such as Section 909 and elsewhere. It simply extracts the relevant administrative provisions from the ICC Performance Code into a more concise, usable appendix format for a jurisdiction confronted with such a need. Currently there are multiple, varying jurisdictional rules and procedures in many communities regarding procedure and none in even more. The building official is often left alone to reach decisions not just on the merits of a design but must first also decide on the submittal and review process. As an appendix, the provisions herein are entirely optional to a jurisdiction. This appendix can be adopted, adopted with local modifications, or even used on a case-by-case basis as part of a Memorandum of Understanding or similar legal agreement between the jurisdiction and the owner/design team. It simply represents another tool for the jurisdiction to reach for in cases of need; it neither encourages nor creates any additional opportunity for performance-based design.

    ICC code development note: Code change proposals to this appendix will be considered by the Administrative Code Development Committee during the

    2025 (Group B) Code Development Cycle.

    [A] SECTION O101—GENERAL

    O101.1 Introduction. The following administrative provisions are excerpted from the International Code Council Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities and can be used in conjunction with the Alternate Methods provisions in Chapter 1, or for a review of submittals requiring a rational analysis or performance-based design. These provisions provide an established framework for the building official in terms of the design expertise needed, the necessary submittals, a review framework and related items.

    O101.2 Qualifications. Registered design professionals shall possess the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to demonstrate compliance with this code.

    O101.3 Construction document preparation. Construction documents required by this code shall be prepared in adequate detail and submitted for review and approval in accordance with Section 107.

    O101.3.1 Review. Construction documents submitted in accordance with this code shall be reviewed for code compliance with the appropriate code provisions in accordance with Section 107.

    O101.4 Construction. Construction shall comply with the approved construction documents submitted in accordance with this code, and shall be verified and approved to demonstrate compliance with this code.

    O101.4.1 Facility operating policies and procedures. Policies, operations, training and procedures shall comply with approved documents submitted in accordance with this code, and shall be verified and approved to demonstrate compliance with this code.

    O101.4.2 Maintenance. Maintenance of the performance-based design shall be ensured throughout the life of the building or portion thereof.

    O101.4.3 Changes. The owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall be responsible to ensure that any change to the facility, process or system does not increase the hazard level beyond that originally designed without approval and that changes shall be documented in accordance with the code.

    O101.5 Documentation. The registered design professional shall prepare appropriate documentation for the project, clearly detailing the approach and rationale for the design submittal, the construction and the future use of the buildin

  • § 6.1 High relevance — show source text

    APPENDIX G—FLOOD-RESISTANT CONSTRUCTION

    G104.6.1 Engineering analysis. The floodplain administrator shall require submission of an engineering analysis, prepared by a registered design professional, demonstrating that the flood-carrying capacity of the altered or relocated portion of the watercourse will not be decreased. Such watercourses shall be maintained in a manner that preserves the channel’s flood-carrying capacity.

    G104.7 Alterations in coastal areas. Prior to issuing a permit for any alteration of sand dunes and mangrove stands in coastal highhazard areas and coastal A zones, the floodplain administrator shall require submission of an engineering analysis, prepared by a registered design professional, demonstrating that the proposed alteration will not increase the potential for flood damage.

    G104.8 Records. The floodplain administrator shall maintain a permanent record of all permits issued in flood hazard areas, including supporting certifications and documentation required by this appendix and copies of inspection reports, design certifications and documentation of elevations required in Section 1612 of this code and Section R306 of the California Residential Code .

    G104.9 Inspections. Development for which a permit under this appendix is required shall be subject to inspection. The floodplain administrator or the floodplain administrator’s designee shall make, or cause to be made, inspections of all development in flood hazard areas authorized by issuance of a permit under this appendix.

    G104.10 Use of changed technical data. The floodplain administrator and the applicant shall not use changed flood hazard area boundaries or base flood elevations for proposed buildings or developments unless the floodplain administrator or applicant has applied for a conditional Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) revision and has received the approval of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

    SECTION G105—PERMITS

    G105.1 Required. Any person, owner or owner’s authorized agent who intends to conduct any development in a flood hazard area shall first make application to the floodplain administrator and shall obtain the required permit.

    G105.2 Application for permit. The applicant shall file an application in writing on a form furnished by the floodplain administrator. Such application shall:

    1. Identify and describe the development to be covered by the permit.

    2. Describe the land on which the proposed development is to be conducted by legal description, street address or similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the site.

    3. Include a site plan showing the delineation of flood hazard areas, floodway boundaries, flood zones, design flood elevations, ground elevations, proposed fill and excavation and drainage patterns and facilities.

    4. Include in subdivision proposals and other proposed developments with more than 50 lots or larger than 5 acres (20 234 m [2] ), base flood elevation data in accordance with Section 1612.3.1 if such data are not identified for the flood hazard areas estab lished in Section G103.2.

    5. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed development is intended.

    6. Be accompanied by construction documents, grading and filling plans and other information deemed appropriate by the floodplain administrator.

    7. State the valuation of the proposed work.

    8. Be signed by the applicant or the applicant’s authorized agent.

  • § 110.3.9 High relevance — show source text

    [A] 110.3.9 Energy efficiency inspections. Inspections shall be made to determine compliance with Chapter 13 and shall include, but not be limited to, inspections for: envelope insulation R- and U-values, fenestration U-value, duct system R-value, and HVAC and water-heating equipment efficiency.

    [A] 110.3.10 Other inspections. In addition to the inspections specified in Sections 110.3.1 through 110.3.9, the building official is authorized to make or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with the provisions of this code and other laws that are enforced by the department of building safety.

    [A] 110.3.11 Special inspections. For special inspections, see Chapter 17.

    [A] 110.3.12 Final inspection. The final inspection shall be made after all work required by the building permit is completed.

    [A] 110.3.12.1 Flood hazard documentation. If located in a flood hazard area, documentation of the elevation of the lowest floor or the elevation of dry floodproofing, if applicable, as required in Section 1612.4 shall be submitted to the building official prior to the final inspection.

    110.3.12.2 [HCD 1] Operation and maintenance manual. At the time of final inspection, a manual, compact disc, web-based reference or other media acceptable to the enforcing agency shall be placed in the building in accordance with the California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen), Chapter 4, Division 4.4.

    [A] 110.4 Inspection agencies. The building official is authorized to accept reports of approved inspection agencies, provided that such agencies satisfy the requirements as to qualifications and reliability.

    [A] 110.5 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the holder of the building permit or their duly authorized agent to notify the building official when work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to provide access to and means for inspections of such work that are required by this code.

    [A] 110.6 Approval required. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the building official. The building official, upon notification, shall make the requested inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, or notify the permit holder or the permit holder’s agent wherein the same fails to comply with this code. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the building official.

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    ADMINISTRATION

    SECTION 111—CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

    [A] 111.1 Change of occupancy. A building or structure shall not be used or occupied in whole or in part, and a change of occupancy of a building or structure or portion thereof shall not be made, until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy therefor as provided herein. Issuance of a certificate of occupancy shall not be construed as an approval of a violation of the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Certificates presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid.

    Exception: Certificates of occupancy are not required for work exempt from permits in accordance with Section 105.2.

  • § 3.1 High relevance — show source text

    [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] The exception is not permitted by DSA.

    1704 A .3.1 Content of statement of special inspections. The statement of special inspections shall identify the following:

    1. The materials, systems, components and work required to have special inspections or tests by the building official or by the registered design professional responsible for each portion of the work.

    2. The type and extent of each special inspection.

    3. The type and extent of each test.

    4. Additional requirements for special inspections or tests for seismic or wind resistance as specified in Sections 1705 A .12, 1705 A .13 and 1705 A .14.

    5. For each type of special inspection, identification as to whether it will be continuous special inspection, periodic special inspection or performed in accordance with the notation used in the referenced standard where the inspections are defined.

    6. Deferred submittal items that require a supplemental statement of special inspections.

    1704 A .3.2 Seismic requirements in the statement of special inspections. Where Section 1705 A .13 or 1705 A .14 specifies special inspections or tests for seismic resistance, the statement of special inspections shall identify the equipment/components that require special seismic certification and seismic force-resisting systems that are subject to the special inspections or tests.

    1704 A .3.3 Wind requirements in the statement of special inspections. Where Section 1705 A .12 specifies special inspection for wind resistance, the statement of special inspections shall identify the main windforce-resisting systems and wind-resisting components that are subject to special inspections.

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    1704 A .4 Contractor responsibility. Each contractor responsible for the construction of a main wind- or seismic force-resisting system, installation of equipment/components requiring special seismic certification or a wind- or seismic force-resisting component listed in the statement of special inspections shall submit a written statement of responsibility to the building official and the owner or the owner’s authorized agent prior to the commencement of work on the system or component. The contractor’s statement of responsibility shall contain acknowledgement of awareness of the special requirements contained in the statement of special inspections. [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] The contractor’s statement is required only when specified on the approved construction documents.

    1704 A .5 Submittals to the building official. In addition to the submittal of reports of special inspections and tests in accordance with Section 1704 A .2.4, reports and certificates shall be submitted by the owner or the owner’s authorized agent to the building official for each of the following:

    1. Reserved.

    2. Reserved.

    3. Certificates of compliance for equipment/components requiring special seismic certification in accordance with Section 1705 A .14.3.

    4. Reports of preconstruction tests for shotcrete in accordance with ACI 318 and Section 1705A.3.9.2.

    5. Certificates of compliance for open web steel joists and joist girders in accordance with Section 2207 A. 5.

  • § 1705.14.3. High relevance — show source text
    1. Certificates of compliance for designated seismic systems in accordance with Section 1705.14.3.
    2. Reports of preconstruction tests for shotcrete in accordance with ACI 318.
    3. Certificates of compliance for open web steel joists and joist girders in accordance with Section 2207.5.
    4. Reports of material properties verifying compliance with the requirements of AWS D1.4 for weldability as specified in Section 26.6.4 of ACI 318 for reinforcing bars in concrete complying with a standard other than ASTM A706 that are to be welded.
    5. Reports of mill tests in accordance with Section 20.2.2.5 of ACI 318 for reinforcing bars complying with ASTM A615 and used to resist earthquake-induced flexural or axial forces in the special moment frames, special structural walls or coupling beams connecting special structural walls of seismic force-resisting systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category B, C, D, E or F.

    1704.6 Structural observations. Where required by the provisions of Section 1704.6.1, the owner or the owner’s authorized agent shall employ a registered design professional to perform structural observations. The structural observer shall visually observe representative locations of structural systems, details and load paths for general conformance to the approved construction documents. Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections in Section 110 or the special inspections in Section 1705 or other sections of this code. Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural observations. At the conclusion of the work included in the permit, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement that the site visits have been made and identify any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer’s knowledge, have not been resolved.

    1704.6.1 Structural observations for structures. Structural observations shall be provided for those structures where one or more of the following conditions exist:

    1. The structure is classified as Risk Category III or IV.
    2. The structure is a high-rise building.
    3. The structure is assigned to Seismic Design Category E, and is greater than two stories above grade plane.
    4. Such observation is required by the registered design professional responsible for the structural design.
    5. Such observation is specifically required by the building official.

    SECTION 1705—REQUIRED SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

    1705.1 General. Special inspections and tests of elements and nonstructural components of buildings and structures shall meet the applicable requirements of this section.

    1705.1.1 Special cases. Special inspections and tests shall be required for proposed work that is, in the opinion of the building official, unusual in its nature, such as, but not limited to, the following examples:

    1. Construction materials and systems that are alternatives to materials and systems prescribed by this code.
    2. Unusual design applications of materials described in this code.
    3. Materials and systems required to be installed in accordance with additional manufacturer’s instructions that prescribe requirements not contained in this code or in standards referenced by this code.

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    SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

    1705.2 Steel construction. The special inspections and nondestructive testing of steel construction in buildings, structures and portions thereof shall be in accordance with this section.

  • § 1705.6 High relevance — show source text

    Exception: Where Section 1803 does not require reporting of materials and procedures for fill placement, the special inspector shall verify that the in-place dry density of the compacted fill is not less than 90 percent of the maximum dry density at optimum moisture content determined in accordance with ASTM D1557.

    TABLE 1705.6—REQUIRED SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS OF SOILS Col2 Col3
    TYPE CONTINUOUS
    SPECIAL
    INSPECTION    		 PERIODIC
    SPECIAL
    INSPECTION
    1. Verify materials below shallow foundations are adequate to achieve the design bearing capacity. — X
    2. Verify excavations are extended to proper depth and have reached proper material. — X
    3. Perform classification and testing of compacted fill materials. — X
    4. During fill placement, verify use of proper materials and procedures in accordance with the provi-
    sions of the approved geotechnical report. Verify densities and lift thicknesses during placement and
    compaction of compacted fill.    		 X —
    5. Prior to placement of compacted fill, inspect subgrade and verify that site has been prepared properly. — X

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    SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

    1705.6.1 Soil fill. [OSHPD 1R, 2 & 5] All fills used to support the foundations of any building or structure shall be continuously inspected by the geotechnical engineer or his or her qualified representative. It shall be the responsibility of the geotechnical engi- neer to verify that fills meet the requirements of the approved construction documents and to coordinate all fill inspection and testing during construction involving such fills.

    The duties of the geotechnical engineer or his or her qualified representative shall include, but need not be limited to, the inspec- tion of cleared areas and benches prepared to receive fill; inspection of the removal of all unsuitable soils and other materials; the approval of soils to be used as fill material; the inspection of placement and compaction of fill materials; the testing of the completed fills; and the inspection or review of geotechnical drainage devices, buttress fills or other similar protective measures in accordance with the approved construction documents.

    A verified report shall be submitted by the geotechnical engineer as required by the California Administrative Code. The report shall indicate that all tests and inspections required by the approved construction documents were completed and whether the tested materials and/or inspected work meet the requirements of the approved construction documents.

    1705.7 Driven deep foundations. Special inspections and tests shall be performed during installation of driven deep foundation elements as specified in Table 1705.7. The approved geotechnical report and the construction documents prepared by the registered design professionals shall be used to determine compliance.

    TABLE 1705.7—REQUIRED SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS OF DRIVEN DEEP FOUNDATION ELEMENTS Col2 Col3
    TYPE CONTINUOUS
    SPECIAL INSPECTION    		 PERIODIC
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    1.
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    Nonresidential buildings other than healthcare facilities, with conditioned space of 10,000 square feet or more, shall comply with the applicable requirements of Sections 120.8(a) through 120.8(i) in the building design and construction processes. All building systems and components covered by Sections 110.0, 120.0, 130.0, and 140.0 shall be included in the scope of the commissioning requirements in this Section, excluding those related solely to covered processes.

    Nonresidential buildings other than healthcare facilities, with conditioned space of less than 10,000 square feet shall comply with the design review requirements specified in Sections 120.8(d), and shall include any measures or requirements necessary for completing this review in the construction documents in a manner consistent with Section 120.8(e).

    Healthcare facilities shall instead comply with the applicable requirements of Chapter 7 of the California Administrative Code (Title 24, Part 1).

    NOTE: Nonresidential buildings include nonresidential spaces such as nonresidential function areas within hotel/motel and highrise residential buildings. The requirements of Section 120.8 apply based on the square footage of the nonresidential spaces.

    The commissioning described in this Section is in addition to any commissioning required by Title 24, Part 11, Section 5.410.2, 5.410.4 and subsections.

    (a) Summary of commissioning requirements. Commissioning shall include completion of the following items:

    1. Owner’s or owner representative’s project requirements;

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    1. Basis of design;
    2. Design phase design review;
    3. Commissioning measures shown in the construction documents;
    4. Commissioning plan;
    5. Functional performance testing;
    6. Documentation and training; and
    7. Commissioning report.

    (b) Owner’s or Owner Representative’s Project Requirements (OPR). The energy-related expectations and requirements of the building shall be documented before the design phase of the project begins. This documentation shall include the following:

    1. Energy efficiency goals;
    2. Ventilation requirements;
    3. Project documentation requirements, including facility functions, hours of operation, and need for after-hours operation;
    4. Equipment and systems expectations; and
    5. Building envelope performance expectations.

    (c) Basis of design (BOD). A written explanation of how the design of the building systems and components meets the OPR shall be completed at the design phase of the building project, and updated as necessary during the design and construction phases. The basis of design document shall cover the following systems and components:

    1. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems and controls;
    2. Indoor lighting system and controls;
    3. Water heating systems and controls;
    4. Any other building equipment or system listed in the OPR; and
    5. Any building envelope component considered in the OPR.

    (d) Design phase design review.

    1. Design reviewer requirements. The design reviewer shall be the signer of the Design Review Kickoff Certificate(s) of Compliance and Construction Document Design Review Checklist Certificate(s) of Compliance as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103(a)1.
    2. Design review kickoff. During the schematic design phase of the building project, the owner or owner’s representative, design team and design reviewer must meet to discuss the project scope, schedule and how the design reviewer will coordinate with the project team.
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    1704 A .1 General. Special inspections and tests, statements of special inspections, responsibilities of contractors, submittals to the building official and structural observations shall meet the applicable requirements of this section.

    1704 A .2 Special inspections and tests. Where application is made to the building official for construction as specified in Section 105 the owner shall employ one or more approved agencies to provide special inspections and tests during construction on the types of work specified in Section 1705 A and identify the approved agencies to the building official. These special inspections and tests are in addition to the inspections by the building official that are identified in Section 110.

    [OSHPD 1 & 4] The inspectors shall act under the direction of the architect or structural engineer or both, and be responsible to the Owner. Where the California Administrative Code (CAC) Section 7-115 (a) 2 permits construction documents to be prepared under the

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    responsible charge of a mechanical, electrical or civil engineer, inspectors shall be permitted to work under the direction of engineer in appropriate branch as permitted therein.

    Exceptions:

    1. Special inspections and tests are not required for construction of a minor nature or as warranted by conditions in the jurisdiction as approved by the building official.
    2. [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] Reference to Section 105 and Section 110 shall be to the California Administrative Code instead.

    1704 A .2.1 Special inspector qualifications. Prior to the start of the construction, the approved agencies shall provide written documentation to the building official demonstrating the competence and relevant experience or training of the special inspectors who will perform the special inspections and tests during construction. Experience or training shall be considered to be relevant where the documented experience or training is related in complexity to the same type of special inspection or testing activities for projects of similar complexity and material qualities. These qualifications are in addition to qualifications specified in other sections of this code.

    The registered design professional in responsible charge and engineers of record involved in the design of the project are permitted to act as an approved agency and their personnel are permitted to act as special inspectors for the work designed by them, provided they qualify as special inspectors.

    1704 A .2.2 Access for special inspection. The construction or work for which special inspection or testing is required shall remain accessible and exposed for special inspection or testing purposes until completion of the required special inspections or tests.

    1704 A .2.3 Statement of special inspections. The applicant shall submit a statement of special inspections prepared by the regis- tered design professional in general responsible charge in accordance with Section 107.1 as a condition for construction documents review . This statement shall be in accordance with Section 1704 A .3.

    [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] Reference to Section 107.1 shall be to the California Administrative Code instead.

    1704 A .2.4 Report requirement. The inspector(s) of record and approved agencies shall keep records of special inspections and tests.

  • § 1.8.3.2.5 High relevance — show source text

    1.8.3.2.5 Factory-Built Housing Law. Refer to the Factory-Built Housing Law, California Health and Safety Code, Division 13, Part 6 commencing with Section 19960 and California Code of Regulations, Title 25, Division 1, Chapter 3, Subchapter 1, commencing with Section 3000 for factory-built housing administrative and enforcement authority, permits, fees, violations, inspections and penalties.

    SECTION 1.8.4—PERMITS, FEES, APPLICATIONS AND INSPECTIONS 1.8.4.1 Permits. A written construction permit shall be obtained from the enforcing agency prior to the erection, construction, recon- struction, installation, moving or alteration of any building or structure.

    Exceptions:

    1. Work exempt from permits as specified in Chapter 1, Division II, Scope and Administration, Section 105.2. 2. Changes, alterations or repairs of a minor nature not affecting structural features, egress, sanitation, safety or accessibility as determined by the enforcing agency. 3. Retroactive permits issued in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 17958.12.

    Exemptions from permit requirements shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in viola- tion of other provisions of law or this code.

    1.8.4.2 Fees. Subject to other provisions of law, the governing body of any city, county, or city and county, may prescribe fees to defray the cost of enforcement of rules and regulations promulgated by the Department of Housing and Community Development. The amount of the fees shall not exceed the amount reasonably necessary to administer or process permits, certificates, forms or other documents, or to defray the costs of enforcement. For additional information, see the State Housing Law, Health and Safety Code, Division 13, Part 1.5, Section 17951 and California Code of Regulations, Title 25, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 3, commencing with Section 6.

    1.8.4.3 Plan review and time limitations. Subject to other provisions of law, provisions related to plan checking, prohibition of exces- sive delays and contracting with or employment of private parties to perform plan checking are set forth in the State Housing Law, Health and Safety Code Section 17960.1, and for employee housing, in Health and Safety Code Section 17021.

    1.8.4.3.1 Retention of plans. The building department of every city, county, or city and county shall maintain an official copy, micro- film, electronic or other type of photographic copy of the plans of every building, during the life of the building, for which the department issued a building permit.

    Exceptions:

    1. Single or multiple dwellings not more than two stories and basement in height. 2. Garages and other structures appurtenant to buildings listed in Exception 1. 3. Farm or ranch buildings appurtenant to buildings listed in Exception 1. 4. Any one-story building where the span between bearing walls does not exceed 25 feet (7620 mm), except a steel frame or concrete building.

    All plans for common interest developments as defined in Section 4100 of the California Civil Code shall be retained. For additional information regarding plan retention and reproduction of plans by an enforcing agency, see Health and Safety Code Sections 19850 through 19852.

  • § 1.8.4 High relevance — show source text

    SECTION 1.8.4—PERMITS, FEES, APPLICATIONS AND INSPECTIONS

    1.8.4.1 Permits. A written construction permit shall be obtained from the enforcing agency prior to the erection, construction, reconstruction, installation, moving or alteration of any building or structure.

    Exceptions:

    1. Work exempt from permits as specified in Chapter 1, Division II, Scope and Administration, Section 105.2. 2. Changes, alterations or repairs of a minor nature not affecting structural features, egress, sanitation, safety or accessibility as determined by the enforcing agency. 3. Retroactive permits issued in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 17958.12.

    Exemptions from permit requirements shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of other provisions of law or this code.

    1.8.4.2 Fees. Subject to other provisions of law, the governing body of any city, county, or city and county may prescribe fees to defray the cost of enforcement of rules and regulations promulgated by the Department of Housing and Community Development. The amount of the fees shall not exceed the amount reasonably necessary to administer or process permits, certificates, forms or other documents, or to defray the costs of enforcement. For additional information, see the State Housing Law, Health and Safety Code, Division 13, Part 1.5, Section 17951 and California Code of Regulations, Title 25, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 3, commencing with Section 6.

    1.8.4.3 Plan review and time limitations. Subject to other provisions of law, provisions related to plan checking, prohibition of excessive delays and contracting with or employment of private parties to perform plan checking are set forth in the State Housing Law, Health and Safety Code Section 17960.1, and for employee housing, in Health and Safety Code Section 17021.

    1.8.4.3.1 Retention of plans. The building department of every city, county, or city and county shall maintain an official copy, microfilm, electronic or other type of photographic copy of the plans of every building, during the life of the building, for which the department issued a building permit.

    Exceptions:

    1. Single or multiple dwellings not more than two stories and basement in height. 2. Garages and other structures appurtenant to buildings listed in Exception 1. 3. Farm or ranch buildings appurtenant to buildings listed in Exception 1. 4. Any one-story building where the span between bearing walls does not exceed 25 feet (7620 mm), except a steel frame or concrete building.

    All plans for common interest developments as defined in Section 4100 of the California Civil Code shall be retained. For additional information regarding plan retention and reproduction of plans by an enforcing agency, see Health and Safety Code Sections 19850 through 19852.

  • § 10-103 High relevance — show source text
    1. Basis of design;
    2. Design phase design review;
    3. Commissioning measures shown in the construction documents;
    4. Commissioning plan;
    5. Functional performance testing;
    6. Documentation and training; and
    7. Commissioning report.

    (b) Owner’s or Owner Representative’s Project Requirements (OPR). The energy-related expectations and requirements of the building shall be documented before the design phase of the project begins. This documentation shall include the following:

    1. Energy efficiency goals;
    2. Ventilation requirements;
    3. Project documentation requirements, including facility functions, hours of operation, and need for after-hours operation;
    4. Equipment and systems expectations; and
    5. Building envelope performance expectations.

    (c) Basis of design (BOD). A written explanation of how the design of the building systems and components meets the OPR shall be completed at the design phase of the building project, and updated as necessary during the design and construction phases. The basis of design document shall cover the following systems and components:

    1. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems and controls;
    2. Indoor lighting system and controls;
    3. Water heating systems and controls;
    4. Any other building equipment or system listed in the OPR; and
    5. Any building envelope component considered in the OPR.

    (d) Design phase design review.

    1. Design reviewer requirements. The design reviewer shall be the signer of the Design Review Kickoff Certificate(s) of Compliance and Construction Document Design Review Checklist Certificate(s) of Compliance as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103(a)1.
    2. Design review kickoff. During the schematic design phase of the building project, the owner or owner’s representative, design team and design reviewer must meet to discuss the project scope, schedule and how the design reviewer will coordinate with the project team. The building owner or owner’s representative shall include the Design Review Kickoff Certificate of Compliance form in the certificate of compliance documentation (as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103).
    3. Construction documents design review. The construction documents design review Checklist Certificate of Compliance shall list the items checked by the design reviewer during the construction document review. The completed form shall be returned to the owner and design team for review and sign-off. The building owner or owner’s representative shall include this form in the certificate of compliance documentation (as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103).

    (e) Commissioning measures shown in the construction documents. Complete descriptions of all measures or requirements necessary for commissioning shall be included in the construction documents (plans and specifications). Commissioning measures or requirements shall be clear, detailed and complete to clarify the commissioning process.

    (f) Commissioning plan. Prior to permit issuance a commissioning plan shall be completed to document how the project will be commissioned and shall be started during the design phase of the building project. The commissioning plan shall include the following:

    1. General project information;
    2. Commissioning goals;
    3. Systems to be commissioned; and
    4. Plans to test systems and components, which shall include: A. An explanation of the original design intent; B. Equipment and systems to be tested, including the extent of tests; C. Functions to be tested;

    D. Conditions under which the test shall be performed; E. Measurable criteria for acceptable performance; F. Commissioning team information; and G. Commissioning process activities, schedules and responsibilities. Plans for the completion of commissioning requirements listed in Sections 120.8(g) through 120.8(i) shall be included.

  • § 10-103 High relevance — show source text

    The building owner or owner’s representative shall include the Design Review Kickoff Certificate of Compliance form in the certificate of compliance documentation (as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103). 3. Construction documents design review. The construction documents design review Checklist Certificate of Compliance shall list the items checked by the design reviewer during the construction document review. The completed form shall be returned to the owner and design team for review and sign-off. The building owner or owner’s representative shall include this form in the certificate of compliance documentation (as specified in Part 1 Section 10-103).

    (e) Commissioning measures shown in the construction documents. Complete descriptions of all measures or requirements necessary for commissioning shall be included in the construction documents (plans and specifications). Commissioning measures or requirements shall be clear, detailed and complete to clarify the commissioning process.

    (f) Commissioning plan. Prior to permit issuance a commissioning plan shall be completed to document how the project will be commissioned and shall be started during the design phase of the building project. The commissioning plan shall include the following:

    1. General project information;
    2. Commissioning goals;
    3. Systems to be commissioned; and
    4. Plans to test systems and components, which shall include: A. An explanation of the original design intent; B. Equipment and systems to be tested, including the extent of tests; C. Functions to be tested;

    D. Conditions under which the test shall be performed; E. Measurable criteria for acceptable performance; F. Commissioning team information; and G. Commissioning process activities, schedules and responsibilities. Plans for the completion of commissioning requirements listed in Sections 120.8(g) through 120.8(i) shall be included.

    (g) Functional performance testing. Functional performance tests shall demonstrate the correct installation and operation of each component, system and system-to-system interface in accordance with the acceptance test requirements in Sections 120.5, 130.4, 140.9, 160.3(d) and 160.5(e). Functional performance testing reports shall contain information addressing each of the building components tested, the testing methods utilized, and include any readings and adjustments made.

    Exception to Section 120.8(g): Healthcare facilities.

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    (h) Documentation and training. A systems manual and systems operations training shall be completed.

    1. Systems manual. Documentation of the operational aspects of the building shall be completed within the systems manual and delivered to the building owner or representative and facilities operator. The systems manual shall include the following: A. Site information, including facility description, history and current requirements; B. Site contact information;

    C. Instructions for basic operations and maintenance, including general site operating procedures, basic troubleshooting, recommended maintenance requirements, and a site events log; D. Description of major systems; E. Site equipment inventory and maintenance notes; and F. A copy of all special inspection verifications required by the enforcing agency or the standards. 2. Systems operations training. The training of the appropriate maintenance staff for each equipment type or system shall be documented in the commissioning report.

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    1704 A .4 Contractor responsibility. Each contractor responsible for the construction of a main wind- or seismic force-resisting system, installation of equipment/components requiring special seismic certification or a wind- or seismic force-resisting component listed in the statement of special inspections shall submit a written statement of responsibility to the building official and the owner or the owner’s authorized agent prior to the commencement of work on the system or component. The contractor’s statement of responsibility shall contain acknowledgement of awareness of the special requirements contained in the statement of special inspections. [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] The contractor’s statement is required only when specified on the approved construction documents.

    1704 A .5 Submittals to the building official. In addition to the submittal of reports of special inspections and tests in accordance with Section 1704 A .2.4, reports and certificates shall be submitted by the owner or the owner’s authorized agent to the building official for each of the following:

    1. Reserved.

    2. Reserved.

    3. Certificates of compliance for equipment/components requiring special seismic certification in accordance with Section 1705 A .14.3.

    4. Reports of preconstruction tests for shotcrete in accordance with ACI 318 and Section 1705A.3.9.2.

    5. Certificates of compliance for open web steel joists and joist girders in accordance with Section 2207 A. 5.

    6. Reports of material properties verifying compliance with the requirements of AWS D1.4 for weldability as specified in Section 26.6.4 of ACI 318 for reinforcing bars in concrete complying with a standard other than ASTM A706 that are to be welded.

    7. Reports of mill tests in accordance with Section 20.2.2.5 of ACI 318 for reinforcing bars complying with ASTM A615 and used to resist earthquake-induced flexural or axial forces in the special moment frames, special structural walls or coupling beams connecting special structural walls of seismic force-resisting systems in structures assigned to Seismic Design Category D, E or F.

    1704 A .6 Structural observations. The owner shall employ a registered design professional to perform structural observations. The structural observer shall visually observe representative locations of structural systems, details and load paths for general conformance to the approved construction documents. Structural observation does not include or waive the responsibility for the inspections in Section 110 or the special inspections in Section 1705 A or other sections of this code. Prior to the commencement of observations, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement identifying the frequency and extent of structural observations. At the conclusion of the work included in the permit, the structural observer shall submit to the building official a written statement that the site visits have been made and identify any reported deficiencies that, to the best of the structural observer’s knowledge, have not been resolved.

    [DSA-SS, DSA-SS/CC] Reference to Section 110 shall be to the California Administrative Code instead.

    SECTION 1705 A —REQUIRED SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS

  • § 1.5 High relevance — show source text

    R109.1.5 Other inspections. In addition to inspections in Sections R109.1.1 through R109.1.4.2, the building official shall have the authority to make or require any other inspections to ascertain compliance with this code and other laws enforced by the building official.

    R109.1.5.1 Fire-resistance-rated construction inspection. Where fire-resistance-rated construction is required between dwelling units or due to location on property, the building official shall require an inspection of such construction after lathing or gypsum panel products are in place, but before any plaster is applied, or before panel joints and fasteners are taped and finished. Protection of joints and penetrations in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall not be concealed from view until inspected and approved.

    R109.1.5.2 Special inspections. For special inspections, see California Building Code, Chapter 17.

    R109.1.5.3 Weather-exposed balcony and walking surface waterproofing. Where balconies or other elevated walking surfaces are exposed to water from direct or blowing rain, snow or irrigation, 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.

    Exception: Where special inspections are provided in accordance with California Building Code Section 1705.1.1, Item 3.

    R109.1.6 Final inspection. Final inspection shall be made after the permitted work is complete and prior to occupancy.

    R109.1.6.1 Elevation documentation. If located in a flood hazard area, the documentation of elevations required in Section R306.1.10 shall be submitted to the building official prior to the final inspection.

    R109.1.6.2 Operation and maintenance manual. At the time of final inspection, a manual, compact disc, web-based reference or other media acceptable to the enforcing agency shall be placed in the building in accordance with the California Green Building Standards Code, Chapter 4, Division 4.4.

    R109.2 Inspection agencies. The building official is authorized to accept reports of approved agencies, provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to qualifications and reliability.

    R109.3 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the permit holder or their agent to notify the building official that such work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the person requesting any inspections required by this code to provide access to and means for inspection of such work.

    R109.4 Approval required. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspection without first obtaining the approval of the building official. The building official, upon notification, shall make the requested inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, or shall notify the permit holder or an agent of the permit

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    holder wherein the same fails to comply with this code. Any portions that do not comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the building official.

    SECTION R110—CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

Frequently asked questions

What is a "certificate of compliance" and when must it be submitted?

A certificate of compliance is the formal documentation package (including specific Part 1 forms) that demonstrates how the project meets energy requirements; required certificates and review forms are normally included with the permit submittal and completed at final closeout as required by the building official.

When must the commissioning plan be completed?

The commissioning plan must be started in the design phase and completed prior to permit issuance for projects subject to commissioning in § 120.8.

Who can act as the design reviewer?

The design reviewer is the person who signs the Design Review Kickoff Certificate and Construction Document Checklist; the code requires the design reviewer to be identified and to perform the review described in Part 1 requirements.

Are special inspection reports required to be submitted during construction?

Yes — approved agencies and special inspectors must keep records of special inspections and submit reports and certificates to the building official as required; work must remain accessible until inspected.

What happens if I don’t provide the required energy certificates at final?

The building official can withhold final approval/certificate of occupancy until required certificates, commissioning reports, special inspection verifications and systems manuals are submitted and verified.

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