Codes are available for purchase from the International Code Council, and digital copies, except the Building Energy Efficiency Standards, may be accessed at https://www.dgs.ca.gov/bsc under the heading: "2022 Triennial Edition (effective January 1, 2023)".
Training classes are available through the following organizations:
What is Universal Design? Center for Universal Design
Take me to Building Permits and Inspections!
Precautionary Protocols for Building and Grading Inspections
The State legislature passed and Governor Brown signed Assembly X1 26 dissolving redevelopment agencies throughout the state of California in 2011. The California Supreme Court upheld the legislation and set a dissolution date of February 1, 2012 when all redevelopment agency activities were suspended. Assembly Bill X1 26 established Successor Agencies and Oversight Boards whose purpose is to wind down the affairs of a dissolved redevelopment agency.
The City of Irvine Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP) offers financial assistance through 0% interest deferred loans and emergency grants to assist low income homeowners with critical home improvements. Loans or grants are available to assist homeowners in need of health and safety, building code, and accessibility related repairs.
The City has prepared a brochure covering all facets of affordable housing in Irvine, including locations and phone numbers for all developments with affordable units. Please contact us at 949-724-7456 or 949-724-7454 if you need additional information.
The City of Irvine receives annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) entitlement grant funds from the U.S.
NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Neighborhood Services coordinates activities that preserve and enhance the character of Irvine’s neighborhoods.
The City of Irvine Zoning Ordinance is now available online. The online version is keyword searchable to help you locate the exact items of interest.