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California Code

Title 24

Title 24 often matters when outdoor work touches conditioned space, ADUs, roof replacements, electrical systems, lighting, or other regulated building work.

Definition

Title 24 is California’s building standards code, including energy rules that can affect roofs, ADUs, additions, lighting, insulation, windows, and mechanical systems.

Why it matters

A project that triggers Title 24 may need compliant materials, documentation, inspections, or energy calculations. Bids should clarify whether compliance work is included.

Also called

California energy codeCalifornia building standardsenergy compliance