California § 7104 - If a span of a floor on a building exceeds 13 feet, an intermediate beam shall be
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 7104 — If a span of a floor on a building exceeds 13 feet, an intermediate beam shall be, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7104. If a span of a floor on a building exceeds 13 feet, an intermediate beam shall be
If a span of a floor on a building exceeds 13 feet, an intermediate beam shall be used to support the temporary flooring, but spans not to exceed 16 feet may be covered by three-inch planks without an intermediate beam. The intermediate beam shall be of a sufficient strength to sustain a live load of 50 pounds per square foot of the area supported.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 7104
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 7104 cover?
Section 7104 ("If a span of a floor on a building exceeds 13 feet, an intermediate beam shall be") 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 § 7104?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 7104 apply to my situation?
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