Chapter 14.23
EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
14.23.020 Authority having jurisdiction.
14.23.040 Adoption by reference.
14.23.010 Title.
This chapter shall be known and cited as the “Folsom Existing Building Code.” (Ord. 1336 § 2, 2023; Ord. 1298 § 2, 2020; Ord. 1268 § 2, 2016)
14.23.020 Authority having jurisdiction.
The chief building official of the city is designated to be the authority having jurisdiction of the Folsom Existing Building Code. The chief building official shall administer, enforce, and render interpretations of all the provisions of Folsom Existing Building Code and the other referenced technical codes. (Ord. 1336 § 2, 2023; Ord. 1298 § 2, 2020; Ord. 1268 § 2, 2016)
14.23.030 Purpose.
The provisions of the California Existing Building Code adopted by the city of Folsom are intended to establish the minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety and general welfare through structural strength, means of egress facilities, stability, access to persons with disabilities, sanitation, adequate lighting and ventilation and energy conservation; safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment; and to provide safety to firefighters and emergency responders during emergency operations. Such interpretations, rules, and regulations shall be in conformity with the intent and purpose of this code. (Ord. 1336 § 2, 2023; Ord. 1298 § 2, 2020; Ord. 1268 § 2, 2016)
14.23.040 Adoption by reference.
The California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition, published as Part 10, Title 24, C.C.R., is adopted and made part of this title as though fully set forth herein to provide technical requirements and the procedures for administration and enforcement of the provisions of the Folsom construction codes. One copy of the Folsom Existing Building Code and any amendments thereto shall be kept on file in the community development department and shall be available for use and examination by the public. (Ord. 1336 § 2, 2023; Ord. 1298 § 2, 2020; Ord. 1268 § 2, 2016)