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Training
Find out how the Code Council’s Custom Training Programs can help you in transitioning to the new NYS Building Codes. These programs can be designed to meet your jurisdiction’s or organization’s specific needs.
More than 180 code experts will serve on code committees at the 2008 International Code Council Codes Forum. Click here for details.
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Plan Review Services
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Board Meetings
February 15-16
Code Council Board Meeting
Palm Springs‚ CA May 5-11
IAS Board Meeting
Washington‚ D.C.
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Did You Know? Did you know that the Buildings Department publishes how-to brochures for professionals through its Building Knowledge Series? The series includes brochures for a variety of issues, such as tips for resolving illegal conversions.
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FDNY to Update Fire Safety Standards Proposed NYC Fire Code Based on IFC
The New York City Fire Department has completed a final draft of a new Fire Code‚ the first comprehensive revision of the City’s Fire Code in almost a century. The proposed new code is based on the International Fire Code (IFC). The changes come after an extensive three-year Fire Code revision project to review and update fire safety standards throughout the City. Read the new code proposal.
Lightweight Materials Pilot Launch
NYC Buildings Commissioner Patricia Lancaster and Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta launched the Lightweight Materials Pilot Program in Staten Island. The new program partners building inspectors and engineers with fire department firefighters to conduct joint inspections of construction sites. To learn how lightweight construction materials are being used to erect new buildings or to renovate existing buildings‚ continue reading here.
Superintendent Requirement Begins
All permit applications for new building and demolitions for buildings up to and including 14 stories require a registered construction superintendent to be listed on the new PW-2 form. View the new requirement.
Demonstrate the Holiday Spirit of Giving Rockland County Chapter Donates to A Worthy Cause
The NYSBOC Rockland County Code Council Chapter donated $500 to an International Code Council Foundation program that updates homes for increased accessibility. Make the new year brighter for someone in need. Click here for details.
Safety Standards for Microturbines
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced new regulations for the installation of microturbine systems in residential and commercial buildings‚ making New York City the first U.S. city to establish safety standards for the use of microturbines in these building types. The new standards enable building owners to take advantage of microturbine technology and will help the city achieve its energy efficiency goals. Read the press release.
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Buildings Commissioner Patricia Lancaster and Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Planning and Implementation Benjamin Jones discussed New York City’s plan for greening its building code at the PlaNYC Greening NYC’s Building Code event hosted by the U.S. Green Building Council. Learn how the new codes promote green building.
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DOB Commissioner Patricia Lancaster and Assistant Commissioner Benjamin Jones display the Code Council Jurisdictional Membership Certificate given to the NYC DOB.
Since joining the International Code Council‚ the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has become an active participant in the Code Council process. This year‚ three DOB staff members were appointed to Council standing committees and succeeded in getting their first code change passed in Rochester‚ New York‚ in May. In recognition of these achievements‚ the Code Council presented DOB Commissioner Patricia Lancaster and Assistant Commissioner Benjamin Jones with a Code Council Jurisdictional Membership Certificate.
NYSSPE/BOMA Covers Energy Codes
Department of Buildings Chief Sustainability Officer Deborah Taylor‚ a recent appointee to the Code Council’s IECC Committee‚ attended the NYS Society of Professional Engineers (NYSSPE) and Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of New York meeting to discuss the NYC Energy Codes. At the meeting‚ Taylor delivered a presentation on the new Buildings Department procedures required to demonstrate compliance with New York State’s Energy Conservation Construction Code.
Council Meets with Congressman King
Code Council staff met with U.S. Congressman Peter King and fire service representatives to discuss plans for the Congressional Fire Services Institute’s December 8 Forum‚ promotion of the Fire Sprinkler Incentive Act‚ and the Community Building Code Administration Grant Program.
Code Council Regional Manager Bruce Johnson (left) with U.S. Congressman Peter King (second from right); Vincent Puleo (second from left)‚ former Fire Chief and Town Clerk for Town of Smithtown; and Ronald Barz‚ former Fire Chief and chair of the Suffolk County Fire Chief Association Legislative Committee.
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New officers President Robert Drexler (left)‚ 1st Vice President Christopher Roth (second from left)‚ 2nd Vice President Jodi Nolan and Secretary/Treasurer John Palcher.
The New York State Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association held its Annual Educational Conference at the New York State Fire Academy in Montour Falls‚ where new officers were elected for 2008.
From left‚ Code Council Board member Ron Piester‚ Jon Traw‚ Capital District Chapter Delegate Rick Theriault‚ President Robert Cordell‚ 2nd Vice President Mark Platel‚ Code Council Director of State and Local Government Relations Dottie Harris‚ Chapter Secretary Dick Rutland‚ 1st Vice President Sam Ricotta‚ Treasurer Jim Light and Delegate Tom Canizzio.
Code Council Board member Ron Piester and Director of State and Local Government Relations Dottie Harris attended the 15th Annual Education Conference for the Capital District Chapter of the New York State Building Officials Conference (NYSBOC) in Colonie‚ New York.
From left‚ Chapter officer Don Mekulik‚ President Gene Jaques‚ Code Council Director of State and Local Government Relations Dottie Harris‚ Chapter officer BJ Gettel‚ George Salinovich and Ray Van Kleeck.
The Tri-County Chapter of the New York State Building Officials Conference (NYSBOC) held its first educational conference December 5-6 in Wallkill.
The 2008 officers and delegates for the Capital District Chapter are (from left) Rick Theriault‚ James Light‚ Roger Griffiths‚ Dick Rutland‚ Mark Platel‚ Sam Ricotta and President Robert Cordell.
Code Council Board member Ron Piester attended the holiday party and elections for the Capital District Chapter of the New York State Building Officials Conference (NYSBOC).
Clockwise from left‚ Kirby Hannon‚ Firemen’s Association of the State of New York (FASNY); Tom LaBelle‚ NYS Association of Fire Chiefs Joe Sauerwein‚ FASNY; Austin Sennett‚ FASNY; Robert Cordell‚ New York State Building Officials Conference; Robert Drexler‚ NYS Fire Marshals; Rich Magee‚ NYS Fire Districts; and Tom Bodden‚ Association of Towns.
Code Council Government Relations Regional Manager Bruce Johnson and Director of State and Local Government Relations Dottie Harris joined in on a 2008 strategy meeting on December 11 with NYS fire service representatives to discuss legislative efforts and strategy.
