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Which are the requirement in a soils, geology or combined soils and geology report?

The minimum content required in a report is outlined in Information Bulletins P/BC 2014-113 and

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Who determines the amount of the bond?

The Building Plan Checker determines the amount of the bond.

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Who releases my bond?

The district grading inspector will clear the release of the bond upon completion of the work. Financial Services will release the bond amount.

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Why can't I infiltrate stormwater on my property?

Sites in most hillside areas, within potentially liquefiable zones, where infiltration rates are too low, or where the earth materials exhibit adverse conditions when saturated (e.g., expansive or hydro collapsible soils) are generally not allowed to infiltrate stormwater.

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Why do I need a fault investigation?

A fault investigation is required if the project is located within an Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone or a Preliminary Fault Rupture Study Area to preclude construction for human occupancy from being placed on an active fault.

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Why must I have a sump pump with a backup generator?

The Department requires the use of a back-up generator for sloping properties to maintain proper drainage and reduce the potential for erosion and sloughing in the event of a power failure.

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Why must I have a sump pump?

The Department requires the use of a sump pump when concentrated drainage cannot be directed to an approved location via gravity.

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Can the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure provided at a disabled parking stall be used to satisfy the Green Building requirements?

No, EV charging stalls are required to be unrestricted and available for all users. However, if the EV charging infrastructure is located in a manner where it can facilitate both spaces, then it will be acceptable.

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Does the Green code apply to my project?

Green Building code is applicable to the following projects:

  • New buildings
  • Additions of any size
  • Alter/Repair with a valuation of $200,000 or more
  • Alterations to residential buildings that result in increase in conditioned volume.
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Does the number of stories of a building affect the designation of a building from a residential to a non-residential project?

No, the number of stories does not change the requirements of a residential or non-residential use.

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