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Torrance council adopts 2025 California Fire Code; staff to enforce state standards starting Jan. 2026

Torrance City Council · October 22, 2025
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Summary

The council unanimously adopted a resolution and ordinance to bring Torrance’s fire regulations into alignment with the 2025 California Fire Code and found unique local conditions justifying limited local amendments. Council discussed ember-protection technologies and insurance implications during the hearing.

The Torrance City Council adopted a resolution and ordinance to adopt the 2025 California Fire Code with specified local amendments.

Richard Kazanjan of the Torrance Fire Department explained that the state updates the California Fire Code every three years to reflect current fire-service practices and technology. "These codes will continue the high standard of…

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