Section R314.1 of the California Residential Code is amended to read:
R314.1 Smoke detection and notification. Listed single- and multiple-station smoke alarms complying with UL 217 shall be installed in accordance with the California Fire Code Sections 907.2.11.1 through 907.2.11.5 and manufacturer's installation and use instructions.
Smoke alarms and smoke detectors shall be in compliance with this code or subject to the provisions of the Health and Safety Code, they shall also be listed and approved for rapid response to smoldering synthetic materials. All smoke alarms or detectors shall be of the photoelectric type or shall have equivalent detection capabilities in compliance with UL 217.
Exception: A photoelectric smoke alarm or detector shall be installed if located within 20 feet to a kitchen, fireplace or woodburning stove or within 5 feet of a bathroom.
(Ord. 5566 § 1 (part), 2022)