Building Codes

NOTICE OF UPCOMING CODE CHANGES
Please note that the new 2025 California Building Standards Code (Title 24) will take effect January 1, 2026. Read more about the forthcoming changes, along with upcoming deadlines this December to apply under the 2022 Building Code.

The following codes and regulations may apply to your project.

Read the California Building Codes
Read the Oakland Amendments to the California Building Codes
Read the Oakland Building Maintenance Code (OMC 15.08)
2019 CA Green Building Standards Code Requirements
Bureau of Building Code Bulletins
Bureau of Building Directives
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Building Codes ensure the safety and habitability of structures within the City of Oakland.