Section 1803.2 of Chapter 18 of the California Building Code is amended as to read:
1803.2 Investigations required. Geotechnical investigations shall be conducted in accordance with Sections 1803.3 through 1803.5
Exceptions:
1. The building official or designee shall be permitted to waive the requirement for a geotechnical investigation where satisfactory data from adjacent areas is available that demonstrates an investigation is not necessary for any of the conditions in Sections 1803.5.1 through 1803.5.6 and Sections 1803.5.10 and 1803.5.11.
2. Light-frame construction building utilizing the prescriptive continuous footings per Table 1809.7 amended in section 16.04.300. For addition, the engineer of record shall certify in writing that the existing foundation system matches the proposed foundation system.
3. Accessories and minor additions may be exempted by the Building Official or designee.
(Ord. 5564 § 1 (part), 2022)