Section 3071 - New Concepts, Alternates and Equivalents(a) The provisions of this subchapter are not intended to prevent the use of any new concept, material, appliance, system, device, arrangement, or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this subchapter, provided any such alternate or equivalent has been approved.(b) The department or design approval agency shall approve any such new concept, alternate or equivalent if it finds that the proposed design is satisfactory and that the material, appliance, device, arrangement, method, system of work offered complies with the intent of this subchapter.(c) Whenever there is definite evidence that any material, appliance, device, arrangement, system or method of construction does not conform to subdivision (b), or in order to substantiate claims for new concepts, alternates, or equivalents, the department or design approval agency may require tests or proof of compliance to be made at the expense of the manufacturer or his agent. Such action and requirements shall be subject to appeal an informal administrative appeal before the director or his or her designee pursuant to Section 3056.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 25, § 3071
1. Amendment filed 11-18-86; effective upon filing (Register 86, No. 47). Note: Authority cited: Sections 17003.5 and 19990, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 19983 and 19990, Health and Safety Code.
1. Amendment filed 11-18-86; effective upon filing (Register 86, No. 47).