Code Check for California

Code Check for California is updated with a new suite of codes every three years. While this new cycle would have normally taken place in 2004, every code except for the 2004 electrical code was postponed. As a result of this postponement, the 2007 California codes are the first since the 2001 edition. These codes are all based on the model of codes shown in Table 1. California amends each of their codes and publishes them as collective suite known as Title 24. These new codes take effect on January 1, 2008 and are expected to have a life span of three years. The energy code is on a different cycle. The 2005 California energy code has become part of the 2007 California codes. This new energy code has come out before the next cycle of other codes. Code Check for California is a guide specific to California taking place during the time period of 2008-2010.

Significant changes have been emphasized and are summarized on the final two pages of the text. This book comes highly condensed and does not address accessibility issues. It is limited to R-3 occupancies ( 1-2 family dwellings and townhouses), as well as to the interior of R-2 occupancies (apartments, condos and timeshares). The building section of the text deals with conventional framing. The Seismic Design Category D framing is limited to two stories for one-and two-family dwellings and two single-story townhouses as well as other structures. Buildings that are beyond these limits will require an engineer's concurrence, as it is commonplace with most California housing plans.This text will answer hundreds of questions dealing with codes to give you clear and complete answers. The text also has accurate information that will help you complete jobs more efficiently and more profitably. The book will also cover everything from permits and planning to foundations as well as framing. The text also covers furnaces and fixtures and is compiled by certified building instructors.

Here are a few reasons why you should order your copy today:

• Answers hundreds of code questions clearly and completely
• Accurate information helps you complete jobs more quickly -- and more profitably
• Covers everything from planning and permits to foundations and framing, to fixtures and furnaces -- plus much more
• Compiled by certified building instructors
• Expected to be in effect through 2010