Carson, CA Building Safety: Electrical Permits (2026)
Key Facts
- Adopted code
- 2025 CA Electrical Code
- Governing section
- CMC § 8230
- Base standard
- State-set, Title 24 Pt. 3
- Minor work exempt
- CMC § 8103(b)
Summary
Carson, California has adopted the 2025 California Electrical Code by reference as its own Electrical Code, with permits handled through the Article 8 building process.
Article 89, Article 90, Chapters 1 through 9, and Annexes A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I, and J of the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference, and shall be known and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Carson. The administration of the Electrical Code shall be as set forth in Article 8 Chapter 1 of this Code. Copies of the California Electrical Code, 2025 Edition, have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Carson and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public. (Ord. 25-2520, 11/5/2025)
Full Breakdown
Carson, California (Los Angeles County) Municipal Code § 8230 adopts Article 89, Article 90, Chapters 1 through 9, and Annexes A through J of the 2025 California Electrical Code (Part 3 of Title 24) by reference as the City's Electrical Code: the state sets the technical base, and Carson administers it locally. Electrical work generally needs its own permit under the City's general permitting rule in § 8102; § 8103(b) exempts only minor items like lamp/switch replacement, low-voltage signal circuits under 30 volts, and portable cord-connected equipment.
Violations & Fines
Performing electrical work beyond the § 8103(b) exempt list without a permit is unpermitted work, subject to investigation fees under CMC § 8108 and code enforcement.
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