Building Codes

ICC Publishes Guide for Remote Jobsite Inspections

September 10, 2020

The International Code Council recently published “Recommended Practices for Remote Virtual Inspections,” a guideline document that governmental jurisdictions should consider for an effective and consistent remote virtual inspections program.

2019 Group B I-Code Appeal Process Solidifies

July 23, 2020

As we reported in January, the Group B 2021 I-Codes contain a number of significant improvements in the realm of energy efficiency and building science.

2019 Group B I-Code Receives Six Appeals

June 15, 2020

As we reported in January, the Group B 2021 I-Codes contain a number of significant improvements in the realm of energy efficiency and building science.

A Closer Look at Integrated Design of Exterior Above-Grade Walls

June 15, 2020

Cavity insulation goes between (and is interrupted by) framing whereas continuous insulation is continuous and not interrupted by framing other than fasteners or service openings. 

Where Is COVID-19 and Building Science Leading ‘Healthy Buildings’?

June 15, 2020

A new “open file” research report has just been completed to assess the role of building science and healthy buildings in relation to controlling the risk of health threats such as the COVID-19 pandemic. 

2021 ICC Building Codes Advance Despite NAHB Objections

April 28, 2020

The International Codes Council recently released its Final Action Report on proposed changes to Group B of its International Code, notably the International Residential Code and International Energy Conservation Code.

Why Structural Engineers Should Care About the IRC

April 13, 2020

Let’s face facts. It is unlikely that the majority of practicing structural engineers are familiar with the material contained within the International Residential Code (IRC).

Public Review of Canadian Building and Fire Codes Open

March 9, 2020

The National Research Council of Canada is in its final stages of developing model building codes for 2020, which are updated every five years.

Homebuilders Cry Foul After 2021 IECC Online Voting

February 17, 2020

The International Code Council’s 2021 building codes cycle was moving along as expected, but a last-minute wave of newly-registered voters appears to have derailed the online vote in what appears to be a concerted effort to impact the code development process.

Today’s Webinar: Evaluating the Impact of the 2021 IECC

February 17, 2020

Late last year, local and state officials voted in droves to boost building efficiency in the 2021 update to America’s Model Energy Code – the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) – by 12-17%.