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Trade-Specific Regulations Flashcards

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  1. Which California building code governs the structural design requirements for constructing or remodeling residential buildings?

    Answer: California Residential Code (Title 24, Part 2.5)

    The California Residential Code (CRC), Title 24, Part 2.5, sets the structural, fire, energy, and livability requirements for one- and two-family dwellings.

  2. What does a 'Certificate of Occupancy' (CO) signify on a new construction project in California?

    Answer: That the building has passed all required inspections and is legally approved for occupancy

    A Certificate of Occupancy is issued by the local building department after all inspections pass, certifying the structure is safe and legally approved for its intended use.

  3. Under California law, who is responsible for obtaining a building permit for a construction project?

    Answer: The licensed contractor performing the work, or the owner acting as owner-builder

    The licensed contractor is responsible for pulling required permits; in the case of owner-builders, the owner may pull their own permit under specific conditions.

  4. What is the purpose of an 'owner-builder' permit in California?

    Answer: To allow a property owner to construct or improve their own home without a contractor's license, with occupancy restrictions

    An owner-builder permit allows homeowners to construct or improve their own primary residence without a contractor's license, but restrictions apply on selling the property within a set period.

  5. Under California prevailing wage law, which types of projects require contractors to pay workers prevailing wage rates?

    Answer: Public works projects over the applicable dollar threshold funded with public money

    California's prevailing wage law requires prevailing wages on public works projects — those funded in whole or part with public money — above the statutory threshold.

  6. What California regulation requires contractors to register with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) before bidding or working on public works projects?

    Answer: Public Works Contractor Registration with the DIR under SB 854

    Senate Bill 854 requires all contractors and subcontractors to register annually with the DIR and pay a registration fee before participating in California public works projects.