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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 12Pt. 2Ch. 3§ 13212 High-Rise Fire Safety Rules

§ 13212 High-Rise Fire Safety Rules

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§ 13212 High-Rise Fire Safety Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about safety rules for tall buildings built after July 1, 1974.
  • •The rules say tall buildings must have things like automatic fire alarms, sprinklers, and special radios for firefighters.
  • •The State Fire Marshal made these rules to keep people safe in big buildings.

Example

A new 20-story apartment building is being built in a city.

The building must follow these rules, like having fire sprinklers in every apartment and hallways, smoke detectors everywhere, and a special radio system so firefighters can talk to each other inside the building.

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

Official Source
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§ 13212 High-Rise Fire Safety Rules

Subject to the provisions of Sections 25 and 18943 of this code, regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Section 13211 applicable to new high-rise structures shall be adopted on or before July 1, 1974, and shall become effective July 1, 1974. Such regulations may include, but not be limited to, requirements with respect to the following elements: (a)  Automatic smoke and fire detection systems. (b)  Automatic fire extinguishing systems. (c)  An intrastructure communication system for those engaged in fire suppression activities. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 1152.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

firesafetyregulationcommunicationby julydetection

Related Statutes

  • § 13211 High-Rise Fire Safety Standards
  • § 13213 High-Rise Fire Safety Compliance
  • § 13216 Local High-Rise Safety Rules
  • § 1531.18 Licensure Fire Clearance Requirement
  • § 1566.2 Small Residential Facility Fee Exemption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 13212.
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