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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 1Art. 5§ 53090 Local Agency Building Ordinances

§ 53090 Local Agency Building Ordinances

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§ 53090 Local Agency Building Ordinances

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what a 'local agency' is. It's a small government group that works in a specific area, like a town or neighborhood, but it doesn't include bigger groups like the state or cities.
  • •It also explains what 'building ordinances' are. These are rules made by cities or counties about how to build, fix, or tear down buildings. This includes things like getting permits and having buildings checked for safety.
  • •The law is just about explaining these two terms, not about making new rules.

Example

You want to build a new room in your house.

Before you start building, you need to follow the rules set by your city or county. These rules are called 'building ordinances.' They might say you need a permit, or that an inspector has to check your work to make sure it's safe. This law helps explain what these rules are called and who makes them.

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

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§ 53090 Local Agency Building Ordinances

As used in this article: (a) “Local agency” means an agency of the state for the local performance of governmental or proprietary function within limited boundaries. “Local agency” does not include the state, a city, a county, a rapid transit district, or a rail transit district whose board of directors is appointed by public bodies or officers or elected from election districts within the area comprising the district, or a district organized pursuant to Part 3 (commencing with Section 27000) of Division 16 of the Streets and Highways Code. (b) “Building ordinances” means ordinances of a county or city regulating building and construction and removal of buildings, including ordinances relating to the matters set forth in Section 38660 and similar matters, and including ordinances relating to building permits and building inspection. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 341, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

local agencybuilding ordinancesperformancehighwayfinedirectorfunctionelection

Related Statutes

  • § 50078.1 Local Agency Definitions
  • § 11011.24 Napa County Property Sale
  • § 11019.81 Tribal Consultation Requirements
  • § 11096 State Publication Distribution Rules
  • § 11148.5 Small Business Liaison Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 53090.
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