California · Health and Safety Code - HSC
HSC §13215: It is unlawful for any person to construct or maintain any highrise structure in violation of the provisions of this chapter, building standards published in the State Building Standards Code relating
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It is illegal to construct or maintain a highrise building that violates fire safety, panic safety, or other building standards. Violators are guilty of misdemeanor crimes punishable by up to six months jail and/or fines up to $10,000.
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