Looking for trainings as a permit technician or interested in learning more about the permit technician role? Check out these annual CALBO trainings. 

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Title: 2025 California Building Code: Significant Changes (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course examines the significant revisions to the latest California Building Code (CBC). The course is conducted in a workshop format with the instructor and attendees participating in active discussions of the revisions. The course highlights those areas that have been revised from the 2025 CBC with other code topics discussed. Building officials, architects, designers, engineers, plans examiners, field inspectors, and counter technicians are encouragBd to attend. The course is appropriate for experienced and not-so-experienced users of the CRC. All attendees receive a joint CALBO/ICC publication.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Monday, September 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 27, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: 2025 California Residential Code: Significant Changes (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course examines the significant revisions to the latest California Residential Code (CRC). The course is conducted in a workshop format with the instructor and attendees participating in active discussions of the revisions. The course highlights those areas that have been revised from the 2025 CRC with other code topics discussed. Building officials, architects, designers, engineers, plans examiners, field inspectors, and counter technicians are encouraged to attend. The course is appropriate for experienced and not-so-experienced users of the CRC. All attendees receive a joint CALBO/ICC publication.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Fundamentals of Means of Egress in the 2025 California Building Code (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Beginners
• Description: This course provides a structured approach to learning the fundamentals of exiting requirements of the 2025 California Building Code, Chapter 10 and the three-part means of egress system. It emphasizes practical methods of reviewing and inspecting egress systems, while also addressing code changes from the California State Fire Marshal’s adoption of CBC/CFC Chapter 10 through the CCR Title 19. Join us to enhance your knowledge of these critical safety measures within building design and compliance. Permit technicians, building and fire plan reviewers and inspectors are encouraged to attend.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Monday, September 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Monday, October 27, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Residential Inspection Fundamentals Updated for 2025: Code Compliance and Best Practices (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Beginners or Intermediate
• Description: This course is designed for the residential inspector to perform inspections of a newly constructed single-family residence. Attendees learn about the technical portions of the 2025 California Residential Code (CRC) regarding inspections from foundation, shear, framing, roof, plumbing, electrical, etc. Inspection requirements of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing from the underground to final are discussed as well. Course discussion includes a detailed explanation of the different types of required inspections and how they are related. Whether you are just beginning your journey as a residential inspector or are seeking to enhance your expertise, this course provides invaluable insights and knowledge to elevate your inspection skills.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Monday, September 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Monday, October 27, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: 2025 CBC Chapter 11B: Accessibility in Public Buildings, Public Accommodations and Commercial Buildings: History, Use and Updates (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Intermediate or Advanced
• Description: This course provides attendees with a working understanding of the disabled-access provisions of the 2025 California Building Code: Chapter 11B, presenting on selected administrative, scoping and updated technical requirements. Supporting documents, tools of the trade, and inspection techniques are explored throughout the course. Attendees gain a practical understanding of topics through detailed illustrations, photos, and examples. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: 2025 California Electrical Code: Significant Changes (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: Be ready for the changes and new requirements in the 2025 California Electrical Code (CEC), which goes into effect on January 1, 2026. The 2023 National Electrical Code is the basis for the 2025 CEC where this course will cover significant changes in both publications.  Attendance to this course will provide insight to the new Class 4 Fault-Managed Power Systems, 10-Ampere branch circuits, Energy Management Systems for load limitations, and SPGFCI’s or Special-Purpose Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters.  Included are discussions on expansion of general requirements for GFCI’s in kitchens, GFCI protection for specific appliances, expansion of surge protection requirements, barrier protection for electrical equipment, and clarity on GFCI protection for outdoor air-conditioning units.  This course is designed for plan check engineers, combination building inspectors, electrical inspectors, building officials, and design professionals.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

2025 California Plumbing and Mechanical Codes: Code Changes and Reviews (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course provides an in-depth analysis of the 2025 California Plumbing Code (CPC) and 2025 California Mechanical Code (CMC) updates, comparing key revisions from the 2022 edition. Attendees gain a clear understanding of code modifications, including how they impact mechanical design, installation, enforcement, and compliance. The course breaks down each major change, explaining the reasoning behind the revisions and their practical implications for plumbing and mechanical professionals, inspectors, and code officials.
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• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: California Electric Vehicle Charging Codes and Regulations (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course provides a comprehensive overview of California’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure, codes and regulations.  CALGreen requirements for residential, hotel, motel, and non-residential EV charging infrastructure, including its regulatory history, mandatory and voluntary provisions, and upcoming changes effective January 1, 2026, are discussed.  Participants also explore Chapter 11B accessibility provisions for scoping and technical electric vehicle charging requirements in public housing and public accommodations, real-world examples of EV charging spaces on-site and in the public right-of-way, and technical guidance documents published by the U.S. Access Board and proposed rulemaking.  Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, public works inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Residential Wood-Framed Construction Structural Fundamentals (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This highly visual and engaging course covers wood framing practices, engineering concepts, and code requirements for residential structures. We’ll put together a wood-framed house nail by nail and explain the structural code provisions using common sense terminology along the way. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of wood-framed structures and the skills needed to resolve tough structural situations on plans and in the field. Study topics include: properties of wood as a building material, gravity framing (conventional roofs, roof truss, joists, beams, posts, connections, and foundations), and lateral load path (diaphragms, shear walls, drag struts, and shear transfer connections). The history of residential wood-framed construction will also be explored.
   
• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Solar PV Systems in the 2025 California Codes: Single-Family, Commercial and Industrial Installations (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course provides an overview of single-family, commercial, and industrial installation of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems for compliance with 2025 California codes. Plan reviewers and inspectors are provided with checklist items for today’s code requirements and calculations. Discussion includes plan review issues, installation requirements, and field installation challenges faced by today’s building department and inspection staff. As Solar PV is constantly evolving, this course updates on the latest standards and industry discussions. Whether you are a new to building safety or seeking to enhance your expertise, this course is designed for plan check engineers, combination building inspectors, electrical inspectors, and design professionals.
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• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: California Accessory Dwelling Units: Navigating Regulations for Compliance in 2025 (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) is the state authority on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and provides local agencies with assistance in verifying local ordinances are compliant with the most current State ADU Laws. This interactive course by HCD provides additional knowledge, tools, and insight into HCD’s ADU program, clarifying the nexus between local enforcement agencies and HCD. Attendees learn to effectively use HCD’s ADU Handbook, featuring updates and laws effective January 1, 2025, centering on important and misunderstood ADU topics, including pre-approved ADU plan programs, unpermitted unit amnesty, fire sprinklers, manufactured homes, front setbacks, destructive inspections, owner-occupancy requirements and much more. This course benefits building and planning department staff, architects or contractors seeking to understand and effectively implement State ADU laws and regulations.
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• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Energy Storage Systems in the 2025 California Codes: for Single-Family, Commercial, and Industrial Installations (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course provides an overview of single-family, commercial, and industrial installation of Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for compliance with 2025 California codes. Plan reviewers and inspectors are provided with checklist items for today’s code requirements and calculations. Discussion includes plan review issues, installation requirements, and field installation challenges faced by today’s building department and inspection staff. As ESS is constantly evolving, this course updates on the latest standards and industry discussions. Whether you are a new to building safety or seeking to enhance your expertise, this course is designed for plan check engineers, combination building inspectors, electrical inspectors, and design professionals.
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• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Understanding Scoping and Technical Provisions of the California Building Code, Chapter 11A Housing Accessibility (0.6 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This course, presented by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), offers a concise overview of the CBC Chapter 11A, focusing on understanding scoping and technical provisions on accessibility standards for privately funded multifamily dwellings. Participants gain insights into federal and state accessibility laws and best practices for implementation in California. The course also highlights significant code changes from 2022 to 2025 codes related to multifamily dwelling units and provides practical applications through real-world scenarios to ensure compliance. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
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• Annual CALBO Education Week Course
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Burlingame
• Date and Time: Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 8:00am-3:30pm in Costa Mesa
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/calbo-education-week

Title: Navigating Code Challenges: Highlighting Essential Topics for Chapters 11A & 11B (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: The California Building Code regulations for housing can be challenging to navigate and enforce. This webinar delves into important aspects of Chapters 11A and 11B, highlighting essential topics for compliance by addressing common questions that have arisen in previous CALBO trainings. Join us as we navigate the complexities together, providing valuable insights and practical knowledge to enhance your understanding of Chapters 11A and 11B to address issues effectively in real-world scenarios. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, public works inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: Examining Path of Travel Triggers for Additions and Alterations in Chapter 11B (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: This webinar provides an overview of Section 11B-202.4 within the California Building Code Chapter 11B, which covers path of travel (POT) elements triggered by additions and alternation projects. Attendees learn how to answer key questions to determine POT triggers for additions and alteration projects, apply key terms that affect POT triggers, and differentiate proposed improvements from triggered upgrades. A checklist for POT elements serving areas of alteration will also be used. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, designers, architects and contractors are encouraged to attend. 
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: Hot Topics for Accessory Dwelling Units: Addressing Frequently Asked Questions from Building Department Personnel (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: Join California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for a presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in California. With the widespread use of ADUs across California, understanding current regulations and best practices is essential for professionals involved in planning, design, or permitting these units. Attendees learn about important ADU updates and laws effective as of January 1, 2025. Most of the webinar discussion centers on important ADU hot topics for 2025, including setbacks, fire separation conversions, parking, fire sprinkler, solar, manufactured homes, ordinances and much more, to provide additional guidance. This course benefits building department staff members, architects or contractors who want a non-structural overview of ADU common questions and answers.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar​
• Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: What’s New with Accessory Dwelling Units? Essential Insights from the Updated 2025 ADU Handbook (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: Join the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for an in-depth review of their newly updated 2025 edition of the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Handbook. With the widespread use of ADUs across California, understanding current regulations is essential for professionals involved in planning, design, or permitting these units. The ADU updated handbook serves as an essential resource for building department personnel. During this webinar, HCD experts guide attendees through the handbook’s latest updates to keep up with recent ADU legislative changes, best practices, and compliance strategies. Building department staff, architects, contractors, and homeowners interested in ADU development will benefit from this comprehensive overview of this updated handbook.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: What’s New in Accessibility? Highlighting Access Standards in the 2025 California Codes (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: All levels of experience
• Description: The 2025 California Building Code (CBC) and 2022 California Residential Code (CRC) introduce key updates to accessibility standards that impact building departments, architectural firms, and design professionals. This webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the approved changes to accessibility provisions within the Division of the State Architect’s (DSA) Chapter 11B, Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Chapter 11A, and California Residential Code (CRC) Section 327. These changes are officially released on July 1, 2025, and go into effect on January 1, 2026. A thorough understanding of how these changes differ from the current requirements is vital in performing field and plan check duties. Building officials, accessibility plan reviewers, accessibility inspectors, designers, architects, and contractors are encouraged to attend.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: 2025 Energy Multifamily Standards: What’s Changed for the New Code Cycle? (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Intermediate or Advanced
• Description: This webinar provides an overview of major changes to the 2025 Energy Code requirements for multifamily buildings scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026. Topics discussed include changes to the HERS program, building envelope (insulation, roofing, fenestration), HVAC (controls, system type, ventilation, fans), water heating, lighting, electric ready, solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), compliance software, and forms. Information is provided on post-adoption meetings, how to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the 2025 compliance manuals, forms, and compliance software, along with 2025 Energy Code resources.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: 2025 California Energy Nonresidential Standards: What’s Changed for the New Code Cycle? (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Intermediate or Advanced
• Description: This webinar provides an overview of major changes to the 2025 Energy Code requirements for nonresidential buildings scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2026. Topics discussed include solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESSs), commercial, laboratory and industrial process loads, including controlled environmental horticulture (CEH) spaces; building envelope, including insulation and vestibules; HVAC controls, efficiency, system types, ducts, and heat recovery; water heating; pools & spas; and indoor and outdoor lighting. Information is provided on post-adoption meetings, how to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the 2025 compliance manuals, forms, and compliance software, along with 2025 Energy Code resources.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars

Title: Overview of Plan Review and Inspection Challenges for Energy Storage Systems in Single-Family Installations (0.2 CEUs)

• Recommendation Level: Intermediate or Advanced
• Description: There can be many challenges for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) at the plan review and inspection level, especially as codes and technologies continue to evolve. This course provides an overview of ESS installations in single-family homes, with a focus on compliance with the 2022 California Electrical Code. It explores common plan review issues and installation challenges encountered by building departments and inspection staff. This webinar is tailored for plan check engineers, combination building inspectors, and electrical inspectors offering practical guidance drawn from real-world scenarios. Join us for engaging discussions designed to expand your knowledge and deepen your understanding of the complexities surrounding ESS installations.
   
• Annual CALBO Webinar
• ​Date and Time: Date Released in 2026
• More Information: https://www.calbo.org/webinars