California § 25493.5 - On and after January 1, 1980, no governmental agency shall commence construction
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 25493.5 — On and after January 1, 1980, no governmental agency shall commence construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25493.5. On and after January 1, 1980, no governmental agency shall commence construction
On and after January 1, 1980, no governmental agency shall commence construction on any new structure unless the new structure complies with all applicable building standards, as defined in Section 25488.5 and published in the State Building Standards Code.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 25493.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 25493.5 cover?
Section 25493.5 ("On and after January 1, 1980, no governmental agency shall commence construction") 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 § 25493.5?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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