9 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in San Bernardino County, California.
Verified from official government sources
California Health and Safety Code 17920.10 and federal RRP rule require lead-safe work practices in San Bernardino County pre-1978 housing renovations, with EPA-certified contractors and tenant notifications.
EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule, 40 CFR Part 745 Subpart E
In 1978, the federal government banned the sale of lead-based paint for use in homes, childcare facilities and preschools. Approximately three-quarters of the homes in the United States built before 1978 still contain some lead-based paint. Children can live safely in these homes as long as paint and surfaces are in good condition and surfaces are kept clean. The key is to keep children from co...
California Labor Code 7300-7323 and Title 8 CCR 3000+ require annual elevator inspections by Cal/OSHA in San Bernardino County, with permits to operate and licensed elevator contractors.
California Labor Code Section 7300 et seq.; Cal/OSHA Elevator Unit, Division of Occupational Safety and Health
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. Proposed Group V Elevator Safety Orders Thank you to all who provided input on the proposed changes to the Group V Elevat...
California Labor Code 7150-7157 and Title 8 CCR 1635-1662 govern scaffold safety in San Bernardino County, requiring competent person supervision, fall protection above 7.5 ft, and engineering for high scaffolds.
Structural pest control in San Bernardino County requires licensing by the CA Structural Pest Control Board, with specific rules for termite fumigation, rodent control, and tenant notification under CA B&P Code 8500+.
California Business and Professions Code Sections 8500-8696 (Structural Pest Control Act)
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San Bernardino County adopts the California Residential Code requiring NFPA 13D automatic fire sprinklers in all new one and two-family dwellings. SBCFPD enforces stricter density and water-supply standards in mountain WUI subdivisions and remote desert parcels.
San Bernardino County licensed childcare centers must meet California Building Code Group E or I-4 occupancy rules with fire alarms, sprinklers, exit hardware, and accessible play areas. State Community Care Licensing inspects, while county Building and Safety verifies plan compliance.
San Bernardino County enforces California Building Code rules requiring egress doors to unlock with a single motion from the inside. Deadbolts must release with the same handle action, and key-operated locks are restricted to specific Group A, B, M, and E uses.
San Bernardino County applies floor area ratios, lot coverage, and height limits in mountain and foothill communities to limit mansionization. Big Bear, Lake Arrowhead, and Crest Forest community plans add stricter design review for oversized structures and bulky additions.
San Bernardino County enforces the California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen, Title 24 Part 11) on all new construction and major remodels. Mandatory measures include water-efficient fixtures, EV-ready wiring, construction waste diversion, and indoor air quality controls.
5 cities in San Bernardino County have their own building safety rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
4 verified rules β’ Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules β’ Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules β’ Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules β’ Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
4 verified rules β’ Elevator Maintenance, Lead Paint
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