§ 26-90. Construction requirements.

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Structural requirements. Buildings or structures constructed pursuant to this article may be of any type of construction which will provide for a sound structural condition. Structural hazards which result in an unsound condition, and which may constitute a substandard building, are defined by the 1997 Uniform Housing Code, section 1001.3.

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Foundations. Pier foundations, stone masonry footings and foundation systems, pressure treated lumber, poles, or equivalent foundation materials or designs may be used provided that the bearing and lateral stability is sufficient for the purpose intended.

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Materials. Owner-produced or used materials and appliances may be utilized unless found not to be of sufficient strength or durability to perform the intended function; owner-produced or used lumber may be utilized unless found to contain dry rot, excessive splitting, or other defects obviously rendering the material unfit in strength or durability for the intended purpose. Wall and floor framing shall not be enclosed when the framing members exceed nineteen percent (19%) moisture content as required by the most current adopted California Green Building Standards Code.

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Heating capacity. A heating facility or appliance shall be installed in each dwelling subject to the provisions of this article; however, there shall be no specified requirement for heating capacity or temperature maintenance. The use of a solid fuel or solar heating device shall be deemed as complying with the requirements of this section. If a non-renewable fuel is used in these dwellings, rooms so heated shall meet current insulation standards.

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Room requirements. There shall be no requirements for room dimensions provided that there is adequate light and ventilation and adequate means of egress.

( Ord. No. 4110, § 1, 4-12-16 ; Ord. No. 4146 , § 11, 6-26-18)