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Upland council introduces ordinance to adopt 2025 California building codes; public hearing set for Nov. 24
Summary
The council held first reading and set a Nov. 24 public hearing to adopt the 2025 edition of the California building standards (Title 24). Staff said changes are largely energy-efficiency and accessibility updates and that the 2025 code becomes effective Jan. 2026.
The Upland City Council on Monday introduced an ordinance to adopt by reference the 2025 California building standards (Title 24) and set a public hearing for Nov. 24 to consider formal adoption.
Robert Dahlquist, Development Services director, told the council that state law requires the California Building Standards Commission to update the code every three years and that the 2025 edition will become effective in January 2026. "State law mandates that the California Standards Commission update the California building code every three years," Dahlquist said. He described the 2025 changes as largely focused on energy efficiency, fire and life-safety and accessibility requirements.
Dahlquist also noted AB 130 places a moratorium on applying new residential building standards from Oct. 25 through June 1, 2031, meaning some residential changes will not take effect for a period despite the new code cycle.
Council action: A motion to introduce the ordinance by title only and set a Nov. 24 public hearing passed unanimously after a motion and second as recorded at the meeting.
Why it matters: Local adoption by ordinance is required for the city to incorporate the model codes into its enforcement regime for building permits and inspections. Staff told the council the 2025 update contains no significant changes for builders beyond updates to energy, life-safety and accessibility standards.
What’s next: The council will consider final adoption at the Nov. 24 meeting after the public hearing.
