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Chapter 5 — WATER HEATERS

503.1 Inspection of Chimneys or Vents — 2025 California Plumbing Code

California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-10-19 · California

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Cite as: 2025 California Plumbing Code (Title 24, Part 5) § 503.1 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission

This inspection shall be made after chimneys, vents, or parts thereof, authorized by the permit, have been installed and before such vent or part thereof has been covered or concealed.

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