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Los Altos introduces 2025 California building codes and local electrification amendments
Summary
Council introduced and waived first reading for ordinances to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Codes by reference and to add two local energy amendments (two‑way AC/heat pump requirements and electric‑readiness at renovation). Staff said adoption is required by state law and SVCE rebates and local incentives will support transition.
City staff presented the mandatory triennial adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Codes and proposed two local amendments related to building electrification.
Veronica Tanokco, Los Altos building official, summarized the code package, noting jurisdictions must adopt the 2025 codes to remain current for the Jan. 1,…
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