Current changes are coming to the Ventura County Building Code (VCBC) that will become effective January 1, 2026.
State law requires that the latest edition of the State Building Standard Code is adopted by the County every three years. The latest edition of the State Building Standards Code is the 2025 edition.
Therefore, the County will adopt the new 2025 California Building Standards Code as mandated by State law.
Local amendments to this State code for Ventura County are allowed by State law to be adopted into the VCBC under certain conditions and limitations.
To keep the community informed and involved, the Building and Safety Division is hosting two public meetings where residents, professionals, and stakeholders can learn about the local code adoption process, ask questions, and provide feedback:
Public Meeting Details
Location: Hall of Administration β Multi-Purpose Room (3rd Floor)
Address: 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura
- Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 10:00 AM β 11:30 AM
- Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 5:30 PM β 7:00 PM
Canβt attend in person?
You can review the proposed code adoption and local amendments online and share your feedback via email at.
π§ BuildingCodeChanges2025@venturacounty.gov
The deadline to submit feedback will be Tuesday, August 26, 2025.
π [View the VCBC Draft PDF here]
The proposed changes will be presented to the Board of Supervisors for consideration during two public hearings:
- First Hearing: September 30, 2025
- Second Hearing: November 18, 2025