Redlands, CA Building Safety: Green Building Code (2026)
Key Facts
- Adopted code
- 2025 California Green Building Standards
- Local amendments
- None added to Chapter 15.16 itself
- Related chapter
- Ch. 15.54 Water Efficient Landscape Requirements
- Enforcement
- Chief Building Official at permit/inspection
- Penalty
- Misdemeanor, up to $1,000/6 months jail
Summary
Redlands adopts the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code as its Green Building Code, making every mandatory measure in that state code, from water efficiency to construction waste diversion, enforceable citywide as a misdemeanor if violated.
That certain document on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City marked and designated as the California Green Building Standards, 2025 Edition, is adopted as the Green Building Code of the City and all of the mandatory regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of such code and amendments are referred to and are adopted and made part of this Chapter.
Full Breakdown
010 the California Green Building Standards, 2025 Edition, as the city's Green Building Code, with all mandatory regulations, provisions, conditions, and terms of that state code made part of the chapter. 16, so the state-mandated green measures apply as published, covering areas such as construction waste management, water-efficient plumbing fixtures, and moisture and indoor air quality controls for new residential and nonresidential construction. 16. 04 for all Title 15 construction codes, with the Chief Building Official verifying mandatory measures before issuing a certificate of occupancy.
Violations & Fines
It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to violate or allow violation of any mandatory requirement of Chapter 15.16, a misdemeanor under section 15.16.020. Each day a mandatory green building requirement remains unmet is a separate offense, punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment in county jail for up to six months, or both.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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