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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 9Pt. 3Ch. 4.1Art. 4§ 18970 Establishment Licensing Building Standards

§ 18970 Establishment Licensing Building Standards

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§ 18970 Establishment Licensing Building Standards

Key Takeaways

  • •Before getting a license, a place must meet the government's building and equipment rules.
  • •If you want to build or rebuild a place that needs this license, you must show the plans to the director first.
  • •The director has to say 'okay' to the plans before you start building or rebuilding.

Example

You want to open a new restaurant.

Before you can open, you must make sure your restaurant meets the government's rules for buildings and equipment. You also need to show your building plans to the director and get their approval before you start building or making big changes.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 18970 Establishment Licensing Building Standards

(a) Prior to the issuance of a license to an establishment required to be licensed pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 19010), the establishment shall meet the department’s building and equipment standards. (b) Building plans and specifications shall be submitted to the director for approval prior to any intended construction or major reconstruction for any establishment licensed pursuant to Article 8 (commencing with Section 19010). (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1128, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

licenseArticle 8building and equipment standardsbuilding plans and specificationsdirectorconstruction or major reconstruction

Related Statutes

  • § 18972 Livestock Inspection Authority
  • § 18977 Inspection Overtime Deposit Requirement
  • § 19030 License Suspension Authority
  • § 2186 Commissioner Disqualification And Removal
  • § 24742 Poultry Plant Licensing Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 18970.
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