Section § 16500

Explanation

This law requires the State Architect to create guidelines to address poor conditions in school buildings. These guidelines must account for the buildings' unique design, how they're used, their safety requirements, and construction features.

The State Architect shall adopt guidelines applicable to substandard conditions of school buildings, as defined in Section 17283 of the Education Code, which guidelines shall take into consideration the unique design, use, safety needs, and construction of the school buildings.