Missouri

State Adoptions

Although most relevant building codes are adopted locally, the state adopts codes for state owned buildings. The Architecture Practice act in Missouri directs architects to design to the 2009 International Building Code. Many Missouri counties or jurisdictions adopt on a 6-year cycle. The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance establishes a professional code of conduct for architects, professional engineers, professional land surveyors, and professional landscape architects. It's default standard is the 2018 IBC.

Links to State Adoption Agencies

Department of Natural Resources

Missouri Public Service Commission

Dept. of Conservation

Division of Energy

Key Contacts

State Fire Marshal
Jefferson State Office Building
205 Jefferson St, 13th Floor
P.O. Box 844
Jefferson City, MO 65101
https://dfs.dps.mo.gov/

Department of Economic Development
Division of Energy
301 West High Street
P.O. Box 1766
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-751-2254 (Toll free: 855-522-2796)
energy@ded.mo.gov

State Insurance Commissioner
301 West High Street, Room 530
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: (573) 751-4126
https://insurance.mo.gov/

State Forester:
MO Dept. of Conservation
P.O. Box 180
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: (573) 522-4115, ext. 3120
Fax: (573) 526-6670
https://mdc.mo.gov/

Pool Adoption Agency:
Missouri Department of Health
PO Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: (573) 751-6095
https://health.mo.gov/safety/recreationalwater/index.php