What are the current adopted Building Codes the city uses?

Poway Municipal Code Title 15 adopted the following building codes with local amendments:

  • 2019 California Administrative Code
  • 2019 California Building Code
  • 2019 California Electrical Code
  • 2019 California Residential Code
  • 2019 California Plumbing Code
  • 2019 California Mechanical Code
  • 2019 California Energy Code
  • 2019 California Historical Code
  • 2019 California Building Standards Code
  • 2019 California Existing Building Code
  • 2019 California Green Building Standards Code
  • 2019 Referenced Standard Code
  • 2019 California Fire Code
  • 1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings

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1. What is an Accessory Dwelling Unit and a Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit and am I eligible to have either on my property?
2. What is a SB 9 development and a Urban Lot Split and am I eligible to have either on my property?
3. How do I find zoning information about my parcel?
4. What are the current adopted Building Codes the city uses?
5. How long does it take, and where do I get a Building Permit?
6. What is a Minor Development Review Application (MDRA), and when do I need one?
7. How does the fixed compressed work week schedule affect building inspections?
8. How do I schedule a building inspection?
9. Who can prepare plans for a Building Permit?
10. What are the fees?
11. Is any other type of special information required for a Building Permit?
12. What kinds of plans are needed for a Building Permit
13. Who is authorized to obtain a Building Permit?
14. What doesn't need a Building Permit?
15. How many sets of plans and copies of information do I need to submit?
16. When do I need a Building Permit?
17. How long is my Building Permit valid?
18. Do I need a Grading Permit?