California civil code
1101.1 – 1101.8 calls for all non-compliant plumbing fixtures to be replaced
with water-conservation fixtures by January 1, 2017 for single-family
residences, and by January 1, 2019 for multifamily residences as well as
commercial properties.
Non-compliant fixtures are
defined as follows:
- Toilets that use more than 1.6 gal/flush
- Urinals that use more than 1 gal/flush
- Showerheads that have a flow capacity more 2.5 gal/min
- Interior faucets that have a flow capacity more 2.2 gal/min
Non-compliant fixtures may
need to be replace prior to this date in order to get permit approval for
certain building alterations or improvements.
When selling a multifamily
residence (or commercial property) on and after January 1, 2019, the seller
must disclose to the buyer this requirement and, whether the property includes
any noncompliant plumbing fixtures.
Plan ahead and budget for these plumbing upgrades over the next 2 1/2 years. As we discussed in an earlier blog, toilets tend to be largest household consumer of water; so replace toilets first and begin saving on your water bill.
