CWUIC · California Wildland-Urban Interface Code
Where are appeals, scope and applicability rules (from Title 19) shown in the CWUIC?
The CWUIC reprints Title 19 administrative sections (including **§ 1.1.1 – § 1.11.2.1.1**) for convenience and explicitly states that Title 19’s scope, applicability and appeals rules remain in force; the CWUIC also includes an optional Appendix I (I101.x) with model board‑of‑appeals language (20‑day filing, stays of enforcement, board makeup). If you want, I can: - locate and extract the verbatim Title 19 text for **§ 1.1.1** and **§ 1.11.2.1.1** (if available in your uploads), or - map whether your local jurisdiction adopted Appendix I or Section 112 in the CWUIC (using the CWUIC matrix). Which would you prefer?
Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
What the code requires — 2–4 sentences
The California Wildland‑Urban Interface Code (CWUIC) reprints relevant portions of the California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, into its Chapter 1 so that the scope, applicability, and appeals provisions from Title 19 appear alongside the CWUIC text. The CWUIC’s adoption/matrix shows the Title‑19 range § 1.1.1 through § 1.11.2.1.1 is reprinted for user convenience, and the CWUIC explicitly states that the scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 remain the same.
The single most important rule: the CWUIC does not rewrite Title 19’s scope/applicability/appeals — it reprints those Title 19 provisions (including the range from § 1.1.1 to § 1.11.2.1.1) and states that those Title 19 rules remain in force.
Requirements in detail
Where the Title 19 material appears in the CWUIC
- The CWUIC Matrix Adoption Tables and introductory text identify that CCR, Title 19 sections in the range § 1.1.1 – § 1.11.2.1.1 are reprinted in the CWUIC for the user’s convenience. This is shown in the CWUIC matrix entries and explanatory notes.
- The CWUIC also repeats the standard statement that the scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 remain the same, i.e., the CWUIC neither replaces nor changes those procedural rules.
Appeals: where CWUIC shows procedures
- The CWUIC contains an informational Appendix I, Board of Appeals (Appendix I / I101.x). Appendix I includes model appeal provisions (application for appeal, limitation of authority, stays of enforcement, membership, rules and procedures). These appendix provisions are identified as optional and “not mandatory unless specifically referenced” (Appendix I).
- The CWUIC Table of Contents / adoption matrix also shows the code’s Section 112 (Means of appeals) and related items; the matrix marks which agencies adopted Section 112 and the appendices. (Matrix entries indicate whether Section 112 and Appendix I were adopted by the State Fire Marshal column.)
Decision‑relevant summary table
| Topic | Where shown in CWUIC | Adopted by SFM? (matrix) | Code Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title 19 reprint range covering scope/administration | Matrix/introductory notes — shows 1.1.1 – 1.11.2.1.1 reprinted | Reprinted; scope/applicability/appeals unchanged | § 1.1.1 — § 1.11.2.1.1; see matrix |
| Appeals (general administrative appeal process) | Appendix I — Board of Appeals (I101.x) and code cross‑references to Section 112 | Appendix I identified as optional; Section 112 entries shown in matrix | Appendix I (I101.2, I101.2.1, I101.2.2); Section 112 (Means of appeals) |
| Stays of enforcement on appeal | Appendix I: I101.2.2 Stays of enforcement (appeals except imminent danger stay enforcement) | Appendix language; optional unless adopted by jurisdiction | I101.2.2 — 20‑day filing rule and stay language |
| State agency adoption note | Introductory notes state state agency does not adopt sections identified by symbol; reprinted Title 19 text is for convenience | Explicit note in CWUIC front material | CWUIC introduction / adoption notes |
Key elements present in the CWUIC appeals text (from Appendix I)
- Right to appeal: “Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code official to the board.”
- Time limit to file: appeals are filed on a form obtained from the code official within 20 days after notice was served.
- Limitation of authority: the board may not waive requirements of the code or interpret its administration.
- Stays of enforcement: appeals of notice and orders other than Imminent Danger notices shall stay enforcement until the appeal is heard.
Note: those appeal text excerpts come from Appendix I (I101.x) reprinted in the CWUIC for jurisdictions that adopt the appendix; the CWUIC introduction emphasizes that Title 19’s administrative provisions are reprinted and remain unchanged.
Exceptions & special cases
- Appendix I is explicitly optional and labelled “not mandatory unless specifically referenced in the adopting ordinance or legislation of the jurisdiction.” If a local jurisdiction does not adopt Appendix I, appeals may instead be governed by the jurisdiction’s local procedures or by the direct Title 19 text.
- The CWUIC introductory notes and matrix repeatedly state that Title 19 reprints are “for the code user’s convenience only” and that the scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 remain the same—so do not assume the CWUIC text makes any substantive change to Title 19 rules.
- For state‑regulated buildings/agencies, the State Fire Marshal’s adoption columns in the CWUIC matrix show which sections (including Title 19 reprints) are adopted by SFM; check the matrix for specific agency adoption decisions.
Common mistakes
- Mistake: “Assuming Appendix I applies automatically everywhere.” Reality: Appendix I is optional; it applies only if a jurisdiction adopts it.
- Mistake: “Treating the CWUIC reprint as a new law that changes Title 19’s appeal deadlines or authority.” Reality: CWUIC reprints Title 19 provisions for convenience and states the Title 19 scope, applicability and appeals remain the same.
- Mistake: “Missing the 20‑day filing deadline.” The model appeal language in Appendix I requires filing within 20 days after notice was served. Missing that deadline may forfeit administrative appeal rights (where Appendix I or equivalent Title 19 text is in force).
Worked example
Scenario: A homeowner in a jurisdiction that has adopted CWUIC Appendix I receives a “Notice and Order” to remove vegetation and harden the dwelling. The notice is served on June 1.
- Deadline: Under I101.2 the homeowner has 20 days from service to file an appeal form (so the filing deadline is June 21).
- Stay of enforcement: Because this is not an “Imminent Danger” notice, filing the appeal stays enforcement of the notice and order until the board hears the appeal (I101.2.2). That means the jurisdiction generally cannot force immediate abatement while the appeal is pending.
- Board: The appeal is heard by the local board of appeals (if the jurisdiction established one per Appendix I); that board is typically composed of five voting members appointed by the chief appointing authority (I101.3).
If the local jurisdiction did not adopt Appendix I, the homeowner should look to the jurisdiction’s local appeal procedures and to the original Title 19 provisions reprinted in CWUIC (the CWUIC matrix indicates those Title 19 sections are reprinted but not changed).
Related provisions
- § 1.1.1 — (Title 19 reprint range begins here; see CWUIC matrix indicating reprint)
- § 1.11.2.1.1 — (within the Title 19/Section 1.11 reprints; CWUIC matrix includes 1.11.2.1.1 in the range)
- § 112 (Means of appeals) — listed in CWUIC chapter/adoption tables (check matrix adoption columns for adoption status).
- Appendix I — Board of Appeals (I101.1–I101.8) — model appeal procedures, membership, stays, etc.; appendix is optional.
- CWUIC front matter / adoption notes — explicit statement that Title 19 reprints are for convenience and that scope/applicability/appeals remain the same.
Plain language summary of the source material: the CWUIC reprints Title 19 administrative provisions (including the block from § 1.1.1 through § 1.11.2.1.1) in its chapter and matrix for convenience, it includes an optional Appendix I with sample board‑of‑appeals language (including the 20‑day filing rule and stays of enforcement), and it clearly states that the Title 19 scope, applicability and appeals procedures remain the controlling rules.
Code references
Grounded in the retrieved California Wildland-Urban Interface Code — click a citation to read the verbatim passage:
CWUIC § 2.1 High relevance — show source text
- The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same.
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User notes:
BOARD OF APPEALS
The provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically referenced in the adopting ordinance or legislation of the jurisdiction.
About this appendix: Appendix A contains optional criteria that, when adopted, provide jurisdictions with detailed appeals, board member qualifications and administrative procedures to supplement the basic requirements found in Section 112 of this code.
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.
SECTION A101—GENERAL
A101.1 Scope. A board of appeals shall be established within the jurisdiction for the purpose of hearing applications for modification of the requirements of this code pursuant to the provisions of Section 112. The board shall be established and operated in accordance with this section, and shall be authorized to hear evidence from appellants and the fire code official pertaining to the application and intent of this code for the purpose of issuing orders pursuant to these provisions.
A101.2 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the fire code official to the board. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the intent of this code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the fire code official within 20 days after the notice was served.
A101.2.1 Limitation of authority. The board shall not have authority to waive requirements of this code or interpret the administration of this code.
A101.2.2 Stays of enforcement. Appeals of notice and orders, other than Imminent Danger notices, shall stay the enforcement of the notice and order until the appeal is heard by the board.
A101.3 Membership of board. The board shall consist of five voting members appointed by the chief appointing authority of the jurisdiction. Each member shall serve for [ NUMBER OF YEARS ] years or until a successor has been appointed. The board member’s terms shall be staggered at intervals, so as to provide continuity. The fire code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall not vote on any matter before the board.
A101.3.1 Qualifications. The board shall consist of members who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to hazards of fire, explosions, hazardous conditions or fire protection systems, and are not employees of the jurisdiction.
A101.3.2 Alternate members. The chief appointing authority is authorized to appoint two alternate members who shall be called by the board chairperson to hear appeals during the absence or disqualification of a member. Alternate members shall possess the qualifications required for board membership, and shall be appointed for the same term or until a successor has been appointed.
CWUIC § 2.1 High relevance — show source text
[A] I101.2 Application for appeal. Any person shall have the right to appeal a decision of the code official to the board. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the intent of this code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The application shall be filed on a form obtained from the code official within 20 days after the notice was served.
[A] I101.2.1 Limitation of authority. The board shall not have authority to waive requirements of this code or interpret the administration of this code.
[A] I101.2.2 Stays of enforcement. Appeals of notice and orders, other than Imminent Danger notices, shall stay the enforcement of the notice and order until the appeal is heard by the board.
[A] I101.3 Membership of board. The board shall consist of five voting members appointed by the chief appointing authority of the jurisdiction. Each member shall serve for [ NUMBER OF YEARS ] years or until a successor has been appointed. The board members’ terms shall be staggered at intervals, so as to provide continuity. The code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall not vote on any matter before the board.
[A] I101.3.1 Qualifications. The board shall consist of five individuals, who are qualified by experience and training to pass on matters pertaining to building construction and are not employees of the jurisdiction.
[A] I101.3.2 Alternate members. The chief appointing authority is authorized to appoint two alternate members who shall be called by the board chairperson to hear appeals during the absence or disqualification of a member. Alternate members shall possess the qualifications required for board membership, and shall be appointed for the same term or until a successor has been appointed.
[A] I101.3.3 Vacancies. Vacancies shall be filled for an unexpired term in the same manner in which original appointments are required to be made.
[A] I101.3.4 Chairperson. The board shall annually select one of its members to serve as chairperson.
[A] I101.3.5 Secretary. The chief appointing authority shall designate a qualified clerk to serve as secretary to the board. The secretary shall file a detailed record of all proceedings, which shall set forth the reasons for the board’s decision, the vote of each member, the absence of a member and any failure of a member to vote.
[A] I101.3.6 Conflict of interest. A member with any personal, professional or financial interest in a matter before the board shall declare such interest and refrain from participating in discussions, deliberations and voting on such matters.
[A] I101.3.7 Compensation of members. Compensation of members shall be determined by law.
[A] I101.3.8 Removal from the board. A member shall be removed from the board prior to the end of their terms only for cause. Any member with continued absence from regular meeting of the board may be removed at the discretion of the chief appointing authority.
[A] I101.4 Rules and procedures. The board shall establish policies and procedures necessary to carry out its duties consistent with the provisions of this code and applicable state law. The procedures shall not require compliance with strict rules of evidence, but shall mandate that only relevant information be presented.
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- The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.
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8 INTERIOR FINISH, DECORATIVE MATERIALS AND FURNISHINGS
User notes:
About this chapter: Chapter 8 provides requirements for interior finishes, decorative materials and furnishings in new and existing buildings so that they do not significantly add to or create fire hazards in buildings. The provisions tend to focus on occupancies with specific risk characteristics, such as vulnerability of occupants, density of occupants, lack of familiarity with the building and societal expectations of importance. This chapter is consistent with Chapter 8 of the California Building Code, which regulates the interior finishes and decorative materials of new buildings.
SECTION 801—GENERAL
801.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern interior finish, interior trim, furniture, furnishings, decorative materials and decorative vegetation in buildings. Existing buildings shall comply with Sections 803 through 808. New buildings shall comply with Sections 804 through 808, and Section 803 of the California Building Code.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §1172] Purpose.
California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 8 have been prepared and adopted for the purpose of establishing minimum standards for the prevention of fire and for the protection of life and property against fire and panic through the use of flame-retardant chemicals, fabrics and materials.
[California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, §1173] Scope.
California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 8 shall govern the manufacture, sale and application of flame-retardant chemicals used in connection with fabrics or materials required to be treated and maintained in a flame-retardant condition as provided in Sections 13115 or 13119 of the Health and Safety Code. These rules and regulations shall also apply to fabrics or materials inherently nonflammable and, they shall also establish minimum fire-resistive standards for such fabrics or materials.
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3.1_|Maintenance and
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ment Code|N||||||Various||| |H103|California Public
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APPENDIX H—REFERENCED CALIFORNIA DOCUMENTS
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SectionCBC
SectionCFC
SectionTitle 14,
Division 1.5
SectionTitle 19,
Division 1
SectionGov Code
SectionPRC
SectionHSC
SectionSection Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Appendix I Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals I101.1 Scope N I101.2 Application for appeal N I101.2.1 Limitation of
authorityN I101.2.2 Stays of enforcement N I101.3 Membership of board N I101.3.1 Qualifications N I101.3.2 Alternate members N I101.3.3 Vacancies N I101.3.4 Chairperson N I101.3.5 Secretary N I101.3.6 Conflict of interest N I101.3. CWUIC § 1.5 High relevance — show source text
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SectionCBC
SectionCFC
SectionTitle 14,
Division 1.5
SectionTitle 19,
Division 1
SectionGov Code
SectionPRC
SectionHSC
SectionSection Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Appendix I Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals Board of Appeals I101.1 Scope N I101.2 Application for appeal N I101.2.1 Limitation of
authorityN I101.2.2 Stays of enforcement N I101.3 Membership of board N I101.3.1 Qualifications N I101.3.2 Alternate members N I101.3.3 Vacancies N I101.3.4 Chairperson N I101.3.5 Secretary N I101.3.6 Conflict of interest N I101.3.7 Compensation of
membersN I101.3.8 Removal from the
boardN I101.4 Rules and procedures N I101.5 Notice of meeting N I101.5.1 Open hearing N I101.5.2 Quorum N I101.5.3 Postponed hearing N I101.6 Legal counsel N I101.7 Board decision N I101.7.1 Resolution N I101.8.2 Administration N I101.8 Court review N APPENDIX H-36 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
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CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE – MATRIX ADOPTION TABLE
APPENDIX I – BOARD OF APPEALS
(Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)
(Not adopted by the State Fire Marshal)
CWUIC § 1-3 High relevance — show source text
Appendix G Voluntary Home-Hardening Recommendations.
Appendix G is an informational appendix that provides discussion of some elements of the proposed self-defense mechanisms and their role in enhancing the protection of exposed structures in the wildland-urban interface. The items provided in this appendix provide owners with suggestions for increasing the survivability of their structure. These items are not mandatory but can be considered by owners to increase the safety of structures.
Appendix H Referenced California Documents.
Appendix H contains portions of California statutes and regulations located in other documents. They are reprinted in Appendix H to aid the user in understanding the requirements applicable to wildland-urban interface areas and to provide a background for the provi- sions. Much of the text in the CWUIC is based on the requirements found in these other documents.
Appendix I Board of Appeals.
Appendix I contains the provisions for appeal and the establishment of a board of appeals. The provisions include the application for an appeal, the makeup of the board of appeals and the conduct of the appeal process.
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
DIVISION I CALIFORNIA ADMINISTRATION
1.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
1.11 Office of the State Fire Marshal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
1.12 Board of Forestry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
DIVISION II SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
PART 1—GENERAL PROVISIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
101 Scope and General Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
102 Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
PART 2—ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
103 Code Compliance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
104 Duties and Powers of the Code Official . . . . . . . . . 1-17
105 Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
106 Construction Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
107 Temporary Uses, Equipment and Systems . . . . . . 1-21
CWUIC § 203.7.3 High relevance — show source text
Title 19, Division 1]||||X|||||||||||||||||||| |Chapter / Section|||||||||||||||||||||||| |203.7.3|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.7.3.6 - 203.7.3.8|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.7.4|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.7.4.1|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.1|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.2|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.2.1|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.2.2|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.3|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.3.3|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.9.4|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.12|||X||||||||||||||||||||| |203.13|||X|||||||||||||||||||||- The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.
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2 DEFINITIONS
User notes:
About this chapter: Codes, by their very nature, are technical documents. Every word, term and punctuation mark can add to or change the meaning of a technical requirement. It is necessary to maintain a consensus on the specific meaning of each term contained in the code. Chapter 2 performs this function by stating clearly what specific terms mean for the purpose of the code. General definitions are located in Section 202 and occupancy classification definitions are located in Section 203.
SECTION 201—GENERAL
201.1 Scope. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following words and terms shall, for the purposes of this code, have the meanings shown in this chapter.
201.2 Interchangeability. Words used in the present tense include the future; words stated in the masculine gender include the feminine and neuter; the singular number includes the plural and the plural, the singular.
201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the California Building Code, Cali- fornia Mechanical Code or California Plumbing Code, such terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them as in those codes.
201.4 Terms not defined. Where terms are not defined through the methods authorized by this section, such terms shall have ordinarily accepted meanings such as the context implies. Merriam Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th Edition, shall be considered as providing ordinarily accepted meanings.
SECTION 202—GENERAL DEFINITIONS
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APPENDIX I – BOARD OF APPEALS
(Matrix Adoption Tables are nonregulatory, intended only as an aid to the code user. See Chapter 1 for state agency authority and building applications.)
(Not adopted by the State Fire Marshal)
Adopting Agency BSC BSC-
CGSFM Col5 HCD Col7 Col8 DSA Col10 OSHPD Col12 Col13 Col14 Col15 Col16 BSCC DPH AGR DWR CEC CA SL SLC Adopting Agency BSC BSC-
CGT-24 T-19* 1 2 1/AC AC SS 1 1R 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Adopt Entire Chapter Adopt Entire Chapter as
amended (amended sections
listed below)Adopt only those sections that
are listed below[California Code of Regulations,
Title 19, Division 1]Chapter / Section - The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division I remain the same. The state agency does not adopt sections identified by the following symbol: The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s adoption of this chapter or individual sections is applicable to structures regulated by other state agencies pursuant to Section 1.11.
The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 14, Division 1.5 provisions that are found in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code are not listed in the Matrix Adoption Tables as they are not within the State Fire Marshal’s authority to adopt. These provisions are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 14, Division 1.5 text for the code user’s convenience only and are identified in the body of the code by square brackets containing references to applicable Title 14 sections.
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I BOARD OF APPEALS
The provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically referenced in the adopting ordinance or legislation of the jurisdiction.
User notes:
About this appendix: Appendix I contains optional criteria that, where adopted, provide jurisdictions with detailed appeals board member qualifications and administrative procedures to supplement the basic requirements found in Section 112.
CWUIC § 1.00 High relevance — show source text
Title 19, Division 1]|||||||||||||||||||||||| |Chapter / Section|||||||||||||||||||||||| |202||||||X|X||||||||||||||||| |203||||||X|X|||||||||||||||||California Matrix Adoption Tables with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1
State Fire Marshal T-24 Column:
If there is an “X” in the T-24 column under SFM, refer to the California Matrix Adoption Tables explaining how to use the matrix adoption tables.
State Fire Marshal T-19 Column:
If there is an “X” in the T-19 column under SFM, this means that the corresponding section was reprinted from the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 into the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code for the code user’s convenience. The corresponding Title-19 sections were listed in the matrix adoption tables in the order that they appear in the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code . The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 has not changed. For information regarding the specific purpose and scope of CCR, Title 19, unless otherwise specified, refer to CCR, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 1, Sections 1.00 through 1.14.
Example:
CHAPTER 1 – ADMINISTRATION
Adopting agency BSC BSC-
CGSFM Col5 HCD Col7 Col8 DSA Col10 OSHPD Col12 Col13 Col14 Col15 Col16 Col17 BSCC DPH AGR DWR CEC CA SL SLC Adopting agency BSC BSC-
CGT-24 T-19* 1 2 1-AC AC SS 1 1R 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Adopt entire chapter Adopt entire chapter as
amended (amended
sections listed below)Adopt only those sections
that are listed belowX [California Code of
Regulations, Title 19,
Division 1]X Chapter/Section S A M P L E Division 1 1.1.1 - 1.11.2.1.1 X [T-19 §1.11] X [T-19 §1.12] X _1.11.2.1.2 - 1.11.2. CWUIC § 1.00 Medium relevance — show source text
California Matrix Adoption Tables with California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 1
State Fire Marshal T-24 Column: If there is an “X” in the T-24 column under SFM, refer to the California Matrix Adoption Tables explaining how to use the matrix adoption tables.
State Fire Marshal T-19 Column: If there is an “X” in the T-19 column under SFM, this means that the corresponding section was reprinted from the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 into the California Fire Code for the code user’s convenience. The corresponding Title-19 sections were listed in the matrix adoption tables in the order that they appear in the California Fire Code . The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 has not changed. For information regarding the specific purpose and scope of CCR, Title 19, unless otherwise specified, refer to CCR, Title 19, Division 1, Chapter 1, Subchapter 1, Article 1, Sections 1.00 through 1.14.
Example:
CHAPTER 3 – GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AGAINST FIRE
Adopting agency BSC BSC-
CGSFM Col5 HCD Col7 Col8 DSA Col10 OSHPD Col12 Col13 Col14 Col15 Col16 Col17 BSCC DPH AGR DWR CEC CA SL SLC Adopting agency BSC BSC-
CGT-24 T-19* 1 2 1-AC AC SS 1 1R 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Adopt entire chapter Adopt entire chapter as
amended (amended
sections listed below)Adopt only those sections
that are listed belowX [California Code of
Regulations, Title 19,
Division 1]X Chapter/Section S A M P L E 301 [T-19 §3.14] X [T-19 §3.19 (a-g)] X 304 X [T-19 §3.07(a)] X [T-19 §3.07(b)] X *The California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 19, Division 1 provisions that are found in the California Fire Code are a reprint from the current CCR, Title 19, Division 1 text for the code user’s convenience only. The scope, applicability and appeals procedures of CCR, Title 19, Division 1 remains the same.
CWUIC § 111.1 Medium relevance — show source text
8|Abatement of
violation|N||||||||| |110|Certificate of
occupancy|Y||111.1||||||| |110.1|General|Y||701A.4 #2||||||| |110.2|Certificate of
occupancy|Y||||||||| |110.3|Temporary
occupancy|Y||||||||| |110.4|Revocation|Y||||||||| |111|Service utilities|Y||||||||| |111.1|Connection of service
utilities|Y||||||||| |111.2|Temporary
connection|Y||||||||| |111.3|Authority to discon-
nect service utilities|Y||||||||| |112|Means of appeals|N||||||||| |112.1|General|N||||||||| |112.2|Limitations on
authority|N||||||||| |112.3|Qualifications|N||||||||| |112.4|Administration|N||||||||| |113|Stop work order|Y||||||||| |113.1|Authority|Y||||||||| |113.2|Issuance|Y||||||||| |113.3|Emergencies|Y||||||||| |113.4|Failure to comply|Y|||||||||APPENDIX H-24 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
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Yes/NoIWUIC
SectionCBC
SectionCFC
SectionTitle 14,
Division 1.5
SectionTitle 19,
Division 1
SectionGov Code
SectionPRC
SectionHSC
SectionSection Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Chapter 2 Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions Definitions 201 General Y 201.1 Scope Y 201.2 Interchangeability Y 201.3 Terms defined in
other codesY 201.3 201.4 Terms not defined Y 202 Definitions Y Accessory structure Y Agriculture (T14) Y 1270.01(1) Applicable building Y 702A Approved Y Approved agency Y Building Y 1270.01(c) Building (T14) Y Building official Y Certificate of
completionY Code official Y Critical fire weather Y Dead-end road (T14) Y 1270.01(e) Defensible space (T14) Y Driveway (T14) Y Dwelling Y 702A 1270. CWUIC § 1.5 Medium relevance — show source text
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2025 CWUIC—continued Col2 Adopted
Yes/NoIWUIC
SectionCBC
SectionCFC
SectionTitle 14,
Division 1.5
SectionTitle 19,
Division 1
SectionGov Code
SectionPRC
SectionHSC
SectionSection Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Title Chapter 1 Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration Division I—California Administration 1.12 Board of Forestry N 1.12.1 BoF—Board of
ForestryN 1270.00
1270.01
1270.02
1270.03
1270.04
1270.05
1270.06
1270.07
1270.081.12.2 Agency Identification N Chapter 1 _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration _Division II—_Scope and Administration 101 Scope and general
requirements101.1 Title Y 101.2 Scope Y 701A.1 4901.1 101.2.1 Appendices N 101.3 Purpose N 701A.2 4901.2 101.3.1 Application Y 701A.3 101.3.1.1 Application date and
where requiredY 701A.3.1 101.4 Retroactivity N 101.5 Additions or
alterationsN 101.6 Maintenance Y 102 Applicability Y 102.1 General Y 102.2 Other laws Y 102.3 Application of
referencesN 102.4 Referenced codes
and standardsN 102.4.1 Conflicts N 102.4.2 Provisions in
referenced codes and
standardsN 102. CWUIC § 1270.01 Medium relevance — show source text
1|||||| ||Strategic
ridgeline (T14)|Y||||1270.01(dd)||||| ||Structure|Y|202|||1270.01(ee)||||| ||Subdivision|Y||||||||| ||Tree crown|Y||||||||| ||Undeveloped
ridgeline (T14)|Y||||1270.01(ii)||||| ||Unenclosed acces-
sory structure|Y||||||||| ||Vertical curve (T14)|Y||||1270.01(k)||||| ||Wildfire|Y||702A|4902.1|||||| ||Wildfire exposure|Y||702A|4902.1|||||| ||Wildland|Y||||||||| ||Wildland-urban inter-
face area|Y||702A|4902.1|||||| |Chapter 3|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas|Wildland-urban interface areas| |301|General|Y||||||||| |301.1|Scope|Y||||||||4201| |301.2|Purpose|Y|||||||51176|4201| |302|Wildland-Urban
Interface Area
Designations|Y||||||||| |302.1|Mapping|Y|||4904.2||||51178|4202
4203(a)
4204| |302.2|Review of wildland-
urban interface areas|Y|||||||51181|4204| |Chapter 4|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements|Wildland-urban interface area requirements| |401|General|Y||||||||| |401.1|Scope|Y||||||||| |401.2|Objective|Y||||1273.00||||| |401.3|General safety
precautions|Y||||||||| |402|Applicability|Y|||||||||APPENDIX H-26 2025 CALIFORNIA WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
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|2025 CWUIC—continued|Col2|Adopted
Yes/No|IWUIC
Section|CBC
Section|CFC
Section|Title 14,
Division 1.5
Section|Title 19,
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly in the CWUIC can I find Title 19’s scope and appeals text?
The CWUIC matrix and introductory notes show that CCR, Title 19 sections § 1.1.1 through § 1.11.2.1.1 are reprinted in the CWUIC; Appendix I contains model appeal language (I101.x). See the CWUIC matrices and Appendix I.
If my city adopts the CWUIC, do Appendix I appeals rules automatically apply?
No. Appendix I is labeled optional and applies only if the jurisdiction adopts it (the appendix is “not mandatory unless specifically referenced” in the adopting ordinance).
How long do I have to file an appeal?
The model Appendix I language in the CWUIC requires filing within 20 days after the notice was served. If you’re relying on Title 19’s original text instead of Appendix I, confirm the identical timing in the Title 19 provision reprinted in the CWUIC matrix.
Does filing an appeal stop enforcement of a Notice and Order?
Generally yes — under the CWUIC Appendix I language, appeals of notice and orders other than Imminent Danger notices stay enforcement until the appeal is heard. Check whether Appendix I (or Title 19 appeal text) is applicable in your jurisdiction.
If I can’t find the specific Title 19 wording in the CWUIC files I have, what should I do?
The CWUIC notes that Title 19 sections are reprinted for convenience but you should consult the CCR, Title 19, Division 1 or the jurisdiction’s adopted ordinance to see the authoritative wording where needed. The CWUIC matrix shows which Title 19 sections are reprinted.
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