Section 13557 - Regulations to establish state version of uniform plumbing code(a) On or before December 31, 2009, the department, in consultation with the State Department of Public Health, shall adopt and submit to the California Building Standards Commission regulations to establish a state version of Chapter 16 of the Uniform Plumbing Code adopted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials to provide design standards to safely plumb buildings with both potable and recycled water systems.(b) Commencing July 1, 2011, and annually thereafter, the department shall review and update, as necessary, the regulations developed pursuant to subdivision (a).(c) This section shall be exempt from the provisions of Section 161.Amended by Stats 2009 ch 178 (SB 283),s 1, eff. 10/11/2009.Amended by Stats 2007 ch 483 (SB 1039),s 48, eff. 1/1/2008.Added by Stats 2006 ch 541 (AB 371),s 4, eff. 1/1/2007.