The International Code Council, the world’s largest developer of model building codes and standards, announced the publication of a new educational resource on electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and building…
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Articles from September 2021
New pandemic task force works to develop resources to prepare buildings and communities worldwide for disease-related threats
Recognizing the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on new and existing buildings and construction, the International Code Council and the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) established a task force…
An overview of fire safety within the International Building Code
People have expectations that when they enter a building, they will be safe from inherent dangers caused by natural or man-made disasters. The International Building Code (IBC) addresses that through…
William Dupler honored with 2021 Bobby J. Fowler Award for integrity, professionalism and compassion
Each year, the International Code Council recognizes peers and colleagues who are a reflection of what the association stands for: dedication to developing model codes and standards used in the…
Adoptable appendices in the International Residential Code for cob construction and tiny houses
In addition to the International Codes (I-Codes) being a comprehensive and coordinated family of codes, what they also provide is a level of flexibility for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ). Specifically,…
Code Council releases update on standards development activities for September 2021
There is a long-standing relationship between construction codes and standards that address design, installation, testing and materials related to building construction. Building regulation cannot be effectively carried out without such…
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