California § 13870 - Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a district board or its authorized re
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 13870 — Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a district board or its authorized re, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13870. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a district board or its authorized re
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a district board or its authorized representative may issue a written order to correct or eliminate a fire hazard or life hazard. (b) Any person who has been ordered to immediately correct or eliminate a fire hazard or life hazard pursuant to subdivision (a) and who believes that strict compliance with the order would cause undue hardship may, within 10 days, present a written request to the district board requesting a hearing on and a review of the order. The request shall state the reasons for making the request. (c) Within 30 days of the receipt of a written request pursuant to subdivision (b), the district board or its authorized representative shall hold a hearing. The board may modify, vacate, or affirm the order.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 13870
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 13870 cover?
Section 13870 ("Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a district board or its authorized re") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 13870?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 13870 apply to my situation?
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