New California residential building codes are going into effect January 1st, and anyone who works in residential construction -- contractors, builders, architects, handymen --are invited to attend an overview of the new code requirements presented by local building departments. Topics include state’s new fire safety regulations; new structural requirements; and a review of major California Energy Commission regulation changes over the past 5 years. There is no charge for the seminar, which will be held Tuesday, December 4th from 4 – 6 pm at the Jackson Civic Center. Call the Jackson City office at 223-1646 to RSVP – you must reserve a spot as space is limited to 125 people. The Cities of Jackson, Ione, Sutter Creek and the County of Amador are sponsoring a seminar, with support from the California Building Officials Association.