Technical Bulletins
Technical Bulletins clarify the application and interpretation of code requirements, policies or procedures.
Sprinklers, Standpipes, Fire Pumps and Secondary Water Supply for High-Rises
The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to establish the minimum requirements for the design of sprinkler systems, standpipes, secondary water supply and fire pumps in high-rise buildings. High-rise buildings are defined in the California Building Code (CBC) as a building having an occupied floor located more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access.
Revised July 2017
The purpose of this Technical Bulletin is to establish the minimum requirements for standpipe systems required by the California Fire Code (CFC) for non-high-rise buildings. See Technical Bulletin FIRE-9-1 for standpipe requirements for high-rise buildings. In addition to the requirements contained in this bulletin, standpipe systems shall also comply with the California Building Code (CBC) and NFPA 14.
Revised March 2018
Testing and Inspections for Proof of Compliance
The purpose of this bulletin is to establish procedure to provide proof of compliance when there is evidence
that any material or construction does not conform to the requirements of the California construction standard codes (the Codes).
Revised May 2020
The purpose of this bulletin is to establish the procedures for permitting townhouses constructed in accordance with the provisions of the California Residential Code (CRC), Section R302.2. Specifically, the focus of this bulletin is to address the construction of the walls separating townhouses, utilities providing services to townhouses, floor area projections, and accessibility.
Revised January 2020
The purpose of this technical bulletin is to provide guidelines for water heater installations.
Revised December 2023