Welcome to the ICC Los Angeles Basin Chapter’s website. This Chapter represents over eighty-nine Southern California jurisdictions, including consulting firms and members of the construction industry.  The Chapter and it's membership are active in leading the effort to create uniformity of building codes and regulations in the Los Angeles region as well as addressing policy issues of interest to building officials and the construction industry.  This website is dedicated to facilitating access and sharing of information about the Chapter and the building and safety profession.  Our board, committees and supporting staff are making every effort to maintain the website and to keep the information up-to-date, relevant and engaging.  Visitors should periodically visit the Chapter's website to review the latest information as it becomes available.  Your support and participation in helping the Chapter meet it's objectives is appreciated. Please contact the Board if you have any comments or questions.  Thank you for visiting the Chapter's website.

Communications.... 


08-26-2010     Final 2010 LARUCP Recommended Amendments
The final approval 2010 LARUCP Recommended Amendments is now available for downloading as a pdf file on the "Library" webpage of the Chapter's website or go to the "Structural Code", "CRC Code", or "Green Building" webpages. A copy of the document as a word file can be access only by dues paying members on the "Member Library" webpage using your member login and password. The Board wish to thank all the committee members of the Structural, CRC and Green Code committees for their hard work and dedication to make this document possible. The final approved document can now be used to assist jurisdictions in the preparation of local amendments for their specific use.  Don't forget to complete the survey on which portion of the LARUCP document your jurisdiction will use.  For the survey, please go to the "Survey" webpage.

08-18-2010     CBSC Reinstate Use of PEX
The California Building Standards Commission (commission) on August 16, 2010, has taken action to remove the state’s amendment that excluded the use PEX for water piping systems from the 2007 California Plumbing Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 5), and to amend the 2010 California Plumbing Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 5). The regulations include mitigation measures identified in the Commission’s Second Revised Draft Environmental Impact Report (SRDEIR) and additional conditions and restrictions on the use of PEX. The Commission's action allows the statewide use of PEX in hospitals, clinics, schools, residences and commercial structures. The effective date of this action is August 18, 2010 for the 2007 CPC and January 1, 2011 for the 2010 CPC. You can view the SRDEIR on the Commission’s website:
http://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/bsc/pex/2010/Final-EIR/SR-FINAL-EIR-PEX-08-09-10.pdf

08-16-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.10
The Structural Code, CRC Code, and the Green Building Standards Code Committees has posted an updated draft of the proposed LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairpersons of the respective committees. The final version of this document should be available on the Chapter's website by early next week and for dues paying members it will be in WORD format for ease of copying when preparing for code adoption. Please go to the "Structural Code", "CRC Code", or "Green Building" webpages of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version. If you haven't already done so, please refer to the communication post of 8-12-2010 regarding survey on the 2010 LARUCP amendments.

08-13-2010     Program Presentation from Chapter Meeting
During the August 12, 2010 monthly chapter meeting, Bill Kelley gave a presentation regarding the business model of building and safety agencies in the 21st century. To get a copy of this presentation, including his fee analysis excel spreadsheet, please go the "Library" section of the Chapter's website or click on this link.

08-12-2010     Survey on 2010 LARUCP Adoption
Please take a moment to complete three new surveys and provide us with your response as to what portion of the 2010 LARUCP recommended technical amendments that your jurisdiction will likely adopt. This survey is intended to assist Chapter members in assessing what portion of the LARCUP amendments are being adopted by other jurisdictions and the number of jurisdictions participating in the uniform regional code adoption program. Please go to the Chapter's surveys webpage to begin the process.

08-09-2010     New Job Posting
New job posting by the City of Pasadena for a Plans Examiner, Senior Plans Examiner, and Building Inspector/Senior Building Inspector positions.  Deadline to apply is August 19, 2010. Please refer to the "Job Bulletin" section of the Chapter's website for additional information.

08-04-2010     CBSC Repeal Use of PEX
The California Building Standards Commission has been ordered by the Alameda County Superior Court to repeal provisions of the 2007 California Plumbing Code (CPC) allowing PEX plastic piping. The adoption of the PEX provisions in January 2009 was challenged, and the Court ruled that the Commission did not adequately address all requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Accordingly the Commission voted to repeal the PEX provisions in section 604.11 and Table 6-4 of the CPC to comply with the court decision. For more information, please visit www.bsc.ca.gov.

07-27-2010     New Job Posting
New job posting by City of Santa Monica for an Assistant Building Official position.  Deadline to apply is August 20, 2010. Please refer to the "Job Bulletin" section of the Chapter's website for additional information.

07-20-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.9
The Structural Code, CRC Code, and the Green Building Standards Code Committees has posted an updated draft of the proposed LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairpersons of the respective committees. Please go to the "Structural Code", "CRC Code", or "Green Building" webpages of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

07-06-2010     New Residential Energy Inspection Checklist and Guide
A new checklist and guide for residential energy inspection developed by the CEC is now posted to the Chapter's website for downloading. Click on 2008 Residential Energy Inspection Guide v20100617.pdf to download or go to the CEC website at www.energy.ca.gov for more information.

06-28-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.8
The Structural Code and CRC Committees has posted an updated draft LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson of either committees. Please go to the "Structural Code" or "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

06-14-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.6
The Structural Code and CRC Committees has posted an updated draft LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson of either committees. Please go to the "Structural Code" or "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

06-06-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.5
The Structural Code and CRC Committees has posted an updated draft LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson of either committees. Please go to the "Structural Code" or "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

05-27-2010     New Job Posting
New job posting by JAS Pacific for a Bilingual Code Compliance Officer position.  Please refer to the "Job Bulletin" section of the Chapter's website for additional information.

05-17-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.4
The Structural Code and CRC Committees has posted an updated draft LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson of either committees. Please go to the "Structural Code" or "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

05-03-2010     Updated Draft LARUCP Amendments dv1.3
The Structural Code and CRC Committees has posted an updated draft LARUCP amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson of either committees. Please go to the "Structural Code" or "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

04-20-2010     Structural Code Committee Updated Draft Amendments
The Structural Code Committee is now posting a new and an updated draft amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recomendations should be submitted to the Chairperson. Please go to the "Structural Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

03-26-2010     Green Building Committee Presentation
During the March monthly chapter meeting, Osama Younan, member of LADBS, gave a brief overview of the non-residential provisions in the 2010 CalGreen Code.  To view the presentation, please click here or visit the "Green Building" webpage of the Chapter's website.

03-13-2010     Structural Code Committee Draft Amendments Posted
The Structural Code Committee is now posting draft amendments for the membership or other interested parties to review. Any comments or recommendations should be submitted to the Chairperson. Please go to the "Structural Code" webpage of the Chapter's website for additional information. Please note that draft documents may change significantly in subsequent version.

03-11-2010     CRC Presentation at March Monthly Chapter Meeting
During the March Chapter meeting, Jonathan Lam, Chair of the CRC Committee, gave a brief presentation on the status of the committee's activities and the issues being discussed on the 2010 CRC. For a summary of his presentation, click here.

03-06-2010     Posting of Survey Results
The results of 3 surveys located on the "Surveys" webpage of the Chapter's website are now available for viewing. Those interested in submitting a new survey should submit a request to the Board Secretary.

03-04-2010     Summary of CRC Code Committee Activity
The CRC Code Committee concluded it's 3rd meeting. Several issues were discussed and actions taken, including the decision to pursue an amendment to require a registered design professional for wood frame structures greater than 1-story in height (based upon a majority vote of the committee members and survey received from jurisdictional members. Chapter assignements was distributed for review to committee members present at the meeting. The next scheduled meeting is March 25, 2010. Please contact the Chairperson or the Board Liason if you are interested in participating in the committee. Committee working documents, when they are available, will be posted to the "CRC Code" webpage of the Chapter's website.

03-02-2010     Summary of Structural Code Committee Activity
The Structural Code Committee began the review of the 2009 IBC. A brief summary on the changes and recommended action on the structural chapters (i.e., 16 thru 24) is located on the "Structural Code" webpage of the Chapter's website. The committee was well attended by several jurisdictional members, SEAOSC members, and members of the design and construction industries.  The next scheduled meeting is March 16, 2010. Please contact the Chairperson or the Board Liason if you are interested in participating in the committee.

02-25-2010     Highlight of CALBO ABM Event
The Chapter hosted a hospitality suite at the CALBO ABM on February 25, 2010 at the Disneyland Hotel.  Fun and entertainment was provided to many of the visiting CALBO participants. The Chapter's Board of Directors and some of it's membership had the opportunity to network with other colleagues from up north and down south.  Thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers who made this event possible.  We look forward to seeing you there again at next year's CALBO ABM in Napa.

02-23-2010     New CRC Code Committee Webpage Added
The Chapter recently added a new webpage to it's website.  The "CRC Code" section of the Chapter's website will provide up-to-date information on the activities of the CRC Code Committee. The committee is currently chaired by Jonathan Lam. If you would like to obtain more information on the committee and learn how you can participate, please visit this webpage.

02-11-2010     Highlight of February Monthly Chapter Meeting
Our February 11th Monthly Chapter meeting hopefully sets the tone for the rest of the year.  It was attended by over 90 members, over a dozen of which were attending for their first time.  Welcome to all of our new attendees and members. 

Those of you looking for the materials from Stuart Tom's presentation on  2010 Code Adoption can download the PDF version here (Editable Powerpoint is available in the Members Library, under Other Documents and Handouts, in the Administration Documents section):