The City of Selma has opened a formal public review as it seeks to update its local Building Standards Code to match the 2025 California Building Standards Code, commonly referred to as Title 24. City officials scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 6 p.m. to consider adoption of an ordinance implementing the state’s latest safety and efficiency provisions. Residents can attend the hearing in person or submit written comments to the City Clerk in advance.

Bringing the municipal code into alignment with the statewide standards is intended to ensure local regulations do not conflict with California’s legal requirements for building safety, energy use and related systems. For homeowners, builders and local contractors, such an update typically affects permit requirements, plan review and inspections for new construction and significant renovations. City materials note the primary purpose of the update is to keep local building rules current with state safety and efficiency requirements.

The hearing is the formal step in the local legislative process that allows the community to review the proposed ordinance and provide input before the city adopts the updated code. By accepting written comments through the City Clerk as well as offering in-person attendance, the city is providing multiple channels for civic participation. The availability of both options reflects a basic procedural commitment to public notice and input ahead of codifying the state standards locally.

Policy implications for Fresno County residents center on consistency and compliance. Aligning with Title 24 reduces the risk of regulatory conflict between local and state rules, which can simplify permitting for projects that must meet state standards. At the same time, updates to building codes can introduce new technical requirements that may affect construction costs, timelines and the planning process for property owners and developers. Local government officials will face decisions about enforcement timelines, outreach to affected stakeholders and whether any local amendments or exemptions are warranted.

The hearing offers an opportunity for residents to raise concerns about potential cost impacts, implementation timelines and how the city will support compliance. Citizens who wish to engage should prepare written comments for the City Clerk or plan to appear at the Nov. 4 hearing. The outcome will determine whether Selma formally adopts the 2025 Title 24 provisions into its municipal code, shaping building practices and regulatory obligations in the city going forward.