Understanding Federal and California Regulations and Codes for Accessible Housing

This session focuses on the relationship between Federal regulations and Chapters 11A and 11B of the California Building Code, including the California Residential Code provisions for aging in place. Relevant portions of the Unruh Civil Rights Act and the Tax Credit Allocation Committee regulations are included. Understanding the scoping requirements for accessible housing is essential to laying the foundation for ensuring compliance with overlapping regulations.

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe the various scoping regulations and codes applicable to accessible housing.
  2. Recall how the California Building Code, the Unruh Act, and the Tax Credit Allocation Committee Regulations differ from the Federal regulations.
  3. Describe how the various scoping regulations and codes apply to new construction and alterations.
  4. Analyze laws, codes, and statutes governing accessible housing.

  • Rhea George
    Managing Director - The American Institute of Architects
  • Susan Moe
    Architect | CASp - Access Compliance Consulting
  • Rhea George
    Managing Director - The American Institute of Architects