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2025 Building Codes will become effective January 1, 2026

On January 1, 2026, all new plan review and permit applications must comply with the 2025 California Building Standards Codes, which are based on the International Building Codes. This includes Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy and Fire.

Below are the significant 2025 code changes: 

2025 CA Building Code, Volume 1

2025 CA Building Code, Volume 2

2025 CA Residential Code

2025 CA Mechanical Code

2025 CA Electrical Code

2025 CA Plumbing Code

2025 CA Energy Code

2025 CA Fire Code

2025 CA Green Building Standards Code

2025 CA Historical Code

2025 CA Existing Code

Please visit the California Building Standards Commission website for updates.