Is California 2025 California Electrical Code in force?

Yes. In force from Jan 1, 2026.

Which products does California 2025 California Electrical Code affect?

California 2025 California Electrical Code affects Residential energy storage systems and Commercial and utility energy storage systems.

When does California 2025 California Electrical Code take effect?

The effective date on file is January 1, 2026.

California

2025 California Electrical Code

PartialRead in the state’s own source. It stays partial until the passage is on file word for word.

What does California 2025 California Electrical Code do? Sets the statewide electrical code, with California amendments, effective Jan 1, 2026.

Facts

Kind: Code amendment
Status: In force
Stage: In force
Signed or decided: January 1, 2026
Effective: January 1, 2026
Topics: Fire protection and siting, Permitting, Interconnection
Products: Residential energy storage systems Commercial and utility energy storage systems
Source: California Building Standards Commission (opens in a new tab)
Citation: Title 24 codes page

The state’s codes

The codes that reach each product this law names, with the edition California is on. Each links to the record.

For information only. Your local building or fire official decides which code applies. We check state records often but can miss a recent change, so confirm with your official before you design, permit, or install. Terms of use