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AB 306 Provisions Signed by Governor Newsom via State Budget Process
Local California Jurisdictions Have Certainty on Local Amendments to Residential Codes

SACRAMENTO – Local California jurisdictions have certainty when it comes to local amendments relative to residential housing and construction post-September 30, 2025.  Last night, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the $321 billion-dollar state budget for the 2025-26 which included a series of “trailer bills” necessary for the enactment of the overall state budget.  Included in one of these trailer bills – 

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Continued Availability of Site-Specific Case Studies to Determine Ground Snow Loads In Compliance with 2024 CBC Section 1608.2
CALBO Informational Bulletin

You may be aware of updates to the model codes approved by the American Society of Civil Engineers in ASCE 7-22 and adopted in the 2024 IBC.  As a result of these changes, the 2024 CBC relies on a new national geodatabase and a new methodology to determine building standards applicable to natural hazard risks, including ground snow loads.

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Understanding the ICC Code Process
Did you miss this webinar? Not to worry!

Did you miss this webinar? Prepare for the International Code Council’s Annual Conference, Expo and Committee Action Hearings  – download the presentation and watch it now!

Title: Getting Involved in the ICC Code Process: Insights from California Building and Fire Officials

Description: Learn from your peers in this interactive webinar featuring insights from California building and fire officials. Discover how they became involved in code hearings, their current roles, and how you can participate too. Gain practical knowledge about cdpACCESS, the digital platform for managing the code development process, including registration, usage, and tips for success. Whether you’re an experienced code official or new to the field, this webinar provides you with valuable strategies to participate in the codes that govern our built environment.

CLICK HERE – Download PDF Presentation
CLICK HERE – Watch the Recorded Presentation

For questions about CALBO webinars, please contact the CALBO Office at 916-457-1103.

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2026-2027 CALBO Partners
Thank You for Your Continual Unwavering Support!

Every one of these sponsors annually pledges not only their presence but also their active collaboration and partnership with CALBO in promoting our profession. The unwavering commitment our partners exhibit through their association with CALBO is truly remarkable.

CALBO expresses sincere appreciation to every sponsor for their unwavering dedication to our profession. Please support those who support CALBO, in both prosperous and challenging times.

Gold Sponsors: 4LEAF, Inc., Bureau Veritas, CSG Consultants, JAS Pacific and Optimum Seismic.

Silver Sponsor: Clariti, Energy Code Ace, and Willdan. 

Bronze Sponsors: International Code Council, Interwest, Shums Coda Associates, and TRB + Associates.