§ 15.08.250. General (HSC Section 17910, et seq.).

A.

General. Building or structures may be of any type of construction permitted by the Oakland Building Construction Code. Roofs, floors, walls, foundations, and all other structural components of building and structures shall be capable of resisting any and all forces and loads to which they may be subjected. All structural elements shall be proportioned and joined in accordance with the stress limitations and design criteria as specified in the appropriate sections of the Oakland Building Construction Code. Buildings of every permitted type of construction shall comply with the applicable requirements of the Oakland Building Construction Code.

B.

Shelter. Every building or structure shall be weather protected to provide shelter for the occupants against the elements and to exclude dampness.

C.

Protection of Materials. All wood shall be protected against insect damage and decay as provided in the Oakland Building Construction Code.

(Ord. No. 13407, § 4(Exh. A), 12-13-2016)