Building Safety in Sacramento County, CA (2026)

4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 7 cities in Sacramento County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sacramento County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Lead Paint

Sacramento County enforces CA HSC 17920.10 (lead hazard as substandard housing) and federal EPA RRP Rule for renovations in pre-1978 homes.

Building Safety: Lead Paint

Heavy Restrictions

California Health and Safety Code § 17920.10

(a) Any building or portion thereof including any dwelling unit, guestroom, or suite of rooms, or portion thereof, or the premises on which it is located, is deemed to be in violation of this part as to any portion that contains lead hazards. For purposes of this part, "lead hazards" means deteriorated lead-based paint, lead-contaminated dust, lead-contaminated soil, or disturbing lead-based pa...

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Elevator Maintenance

Elevators in Sacramento County are regulated by Cal/OSHA Division of Occupational Safety and Health Elevator Unit. Annual state inspection and permit required.

Building Safety: Elevator Maintenance

Heavy Restrictions

Cal/OSHA Elevator Unit — California Labor Code §§ 7300–7324.2

Mission of the Cal/OSHA Elevator Unit: To ensure the safety of the riding public and protect workers in the elevator industry, the Elevator Unit will maintain a vigilant system to meet our obligation to inspect and enforce code compliance for elevators and other conveyances. The Elevator Safety Orders generally do not apply to elevators in single-unit private homes. (Labor Code Section 7317) Pe...

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Scaffold & Sidewalk Shed

Unincorporated Sacramento County scaffolding must comply with CA Building Code Chapter 33 and Cal/OSHA Title 8 standards. Scaffolds over 35 feet require engineering and permits through Community Development. Public right-of-way encroachment needs a separate encroachment permit from DOT.

Building Safety: Scaffold Rules

Some Restrictions

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Pest Control

Sacramento County Environmental Management enforces pest and vector control under County Code Chapter 6.36 and CA Health and Safety Code 2270+. Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District handles mosquito abatement. Fumigation requires licensed structural pest control operators registered with the CA Structural Pest Control Board.