The primary duties of this Section is to conduct Fire Life Safety Plan Check and Fire Life Safety Inspections interpreting and enforcing applicable standards of the Fire Code, Title 19, Uniform Building Code, City, and National codes concerning new construction and remodeling.
One of the main functions of this app is to review plans submitted for permits and prepare correction notices and provide information service to the public and City officials regarding safety requirements. Additionally, case managers consult with architects, engineers, and builders regarding all facets of construction and fire safety and meet on a regular basis with the Department of Building and Safety to investigate and approve alternate methods of construction and building materials that are proposed for use in lieu of code requirements.
The Hydrants and Access Unit reviews plans to evaluate site access and hydrant placement. They determine the need for Fire Department access to all structures buildings, and premises throughout the
Hydrants and Access serve as liaison with the City Planning Department to review and make recommendations relating to all land use cases in the City. These include Environmental Impact Reports, Tract Maps, Parcel Maps, and Site Plan Reviews.
The CUPA administers the following programs:Hazardous Materials Business Plan Program,
Hazardous Waste Generator Program,
Underground Storage Tank Program,
California Accidental Release Prevention Program,
Tiered Permitting Program,Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act