Month: February 2024

2024 Conference – Key Events

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Key Events

Don’t miss these special events happening at this year’s conference.

Saturday, October 19 | 9 am–4 pm

WICED/PTN/ICC Day of Service Volunteer Outing

Women in Code Enforcement Development (WICED), Permit Tech Nation (PTN), and the International Code Council (ICC) will offer a Day of Service when conference participants can give back to the local community. Volunteers are needed to assist the Century Villages of Cabrillo (CVC), in partnership with Habitat for Humanity for Los Angeles (HFHLA), with two exciting projects:

  • build two playhouses for the children affected by homelessness
  • beautification project of their Veterans’ family campus community

Sign up to volunteer for this very worthy cause! All volunteers will earn 0.7 ICC CEUs. Bus transportation, lunch and a special volunteer t-shirt will be provided.

Sunday, October 20 | 6 am–2 pm (Tee Off 8 am)

Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing

The Past Presiding Officers of the International Code Council will host the Annual Ron Burton Golf Outing on October 20, 2024, at the Harding Golf Course during the ICC Annual Conference.

Sunday, October 20 | 1–2 pm

First Timers, Honorary Members and Building Safety Leadership Experience (BSLE) Welcome Reception

Here’s a chance for first timers and BSLE participants to kick things off by meeting each other and talking with Honorary Members about how to get the most out of their conference. Read more on the Building Safety Leadership Experience that offers members the opportunity to attend a series of events throughout the conference to gain insights into Code Council governance and explore how membership fosters industry engagement, unlocks new opportunities and drives professional advancement.

Sunday, October 20 | 3–7 pm
Monday, October 21 | 2–7 pm

Expo

Check out the latest products and services, complete your Expo Passport for a chance to win great prizes, take a professional profile portrait at the Headshot Café, and learn about industry innovations at our new Expo Talks. Have fun and make new friends at the Expo Happy Hour (Monday, 6–7 pm), Bridge Building Challenge (Tuesday, 3–6 pm) and Expo Reception (Tuesday, 5–7 pm).

Sunday, October 20 | 7–10 pm

Welcome to Long Beach

Sponsored by

Enjoy an evening of food and fun, brought to you by the Host Chapter, California Building Officials (CALBO). Welcome to Long Beach!

Monday, October 21 | 8–10:30 am

Opening Session/Annual Business Meeting

The Opening Session will feature keynote speaker Erik Qualman, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation Expert, Futurist, Bestselling Author, and include updates from association leadership and voting for ICC Board Officers.

Monday, October 21 | 11 am–12:30 pm

Panel Discussion with Lunch – Looking Forward: Building Industry Leaders Share Their Insights on the Next 30 Years

Hear from executives who have played a pivotal role in shaping the building industry. As the International Code Council marks its 30th anniversary, these influential leaders will share their insights on what they see on the horizon for the industry. The panelists are:

  • Sandra Benson, Vice President of Industry Transformation, Procore Technologies, Inc. (Moderator)
  • Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer, International Code Council
  • Jim Tobin, Chief Executive Officer, National Association of Home Builders
  • Henry Chamberlain, President & Chief Operating Officer, BOMA International
  • Lakisha Woods, Chief Executive Officer, American Institute of Architects
  • Jeff Littleton, EVP/Chief Staff Officer, ASHRAE

Tuesday, October 22 | 8–10 am

ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation

New this year, ICC Talks is a plenary session that inspires and reinvigorates. The session begins with keynote speaker Victoria Arlen, ESPN host and author. Ms. Arlen will share her experiences as a Paralympic Gold Medalist and motivate us to reach further and overcome our obstacles.

Following the keynote address, participants will listen to a panel of experts from across the building industry share their perspectives on off-site construction and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Communities are struggling to provide affordable housing at the same time the building industry is working to address growing workforce shortages, deliver higher quality buildings and materials, and support decarbonization efforts. Off-site construction is a key part of the innovative solutions that will address these societal challenges. The panelists are:

  • Ryan Colker, Vice President, Innovation, International Code Council (Moderator)
  • Jeff Brown, Director, State Building Codes Office, Division of Building and Fire Regulations, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
  • Solomon Greene, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (invited)
  • Helena Lidelöw, Chief Technical Officer, Volumetric Building Companies
  • Ken Semler, Chair, Building Systems Councils, National Association of Homebuilders; President, Impresa Modular

Participants will receive 0.2 CEUs.

Tuesday, October 22 | Noon–1:30 pm

Awards Luncheon

Each year, the International Code Council recognizes unsung heroes for their contributions to the building safety industry with awards highlighting their achievements in several areas including leadership, innovation, and community service.

Tuesday, October 22 | 6–10 pm

Connections Gala

Reception sponsored by  

Start off with drinks and conversation, followed by dinner, Installation of the Board of Directors and presentation of awards. Conclude the evening enjoying local music, desserts and drinks with your friends and colleagues.

Wednesday, October 23 | Noon–1 pm

Coalition for Current Safety Codes

The Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC) was founded by the International Code Council and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and is aimed at advancing safety by advocating for the adoption of current building, sustainability, electrical and life safety codes. The CCSC meets monthly, virtually, this will be the first in person meeting of the organization.

Wednesday, October 23–31

Committee Action Hearings – Group A#1

This year’s code hearings offer code officials, architects, builders, structural engineers, fire, residential and existing building professionals as well as those responsible for the administration of the International Codes® (I-Codes®), the opportunity to provide input on proposed code changes to the Group A I-Codes.

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2024 Conference – Registration

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Registration

Take advantage of online registration and receive your email confirmation the same day. View registration fees.

Conference Oct. 20–23   ▪   Expo Oct. 20–21   ▪   Hearings Oct. 23–31

Member Registration
Non-Member Registration

Voter Validation

Voter validation is required to vote at the Annual Business Meeting (ABM). All governmental voting representatives who plan to attend the 2024 ABM need to be validated in order to vote on Code Council business such as elections, bylaw amendments, member resolutions, etc. View the Voter Validation Process FAQs page to get more information. The deadline for validating voters is September 21, 2024.

Register as a Delegate by September 16 and Receive a Free Conference Polo Shirt

Receive a free conference polo shirt when you register as a delegate for full conference by Monday, September 16! Choose your shirt size when you register.

Building Safety Leadership Experience

Returning for its second year, the Building Safety Leadership Experience (BSLE) offers members an exclusive opportunity to connect with fellow Code Council members, leaders and stakeholders during the Conference. BSLE participants will attend a series of events where they will gain insights into Code Council governance, the Chapter program and Membership Councils as well as explore how membership fosters industry engagement, unlocks new opportunities and drives professional advancement. Participants will receive complimentary delegate registration and will be reimbursed for ground and air transportation plus lodging from October 19–24. The BSLE application period closes June 14, 2024.

Special Annual Conference Offer to Non-Members

International Code Council non-members registering as a delegate are eligible for a free one year ICC “Participating” membership. For details and a list of exclusive member benefits and services included in this offer, click here. Membership begins January 1, 2025. (Please note, this free membership offer is not redeemable for cash value and does not include a free code book.)

Get Your Boss on Board

Need to demonstrate why the Code Council’s conference is a good investment? We’ve got you covered with our justification letter template. Use this template to explain the value of the educational and networking opportunities available at the event. Feel free to customize as needed.

Questions?

For registration questions, please call Jessica Franklin (ext. 4333) at 1-888-ICC SAFE (422-7233), or email conference@iccsafe.org.

***The International Code Council follows the Americans with Disabilities Act regulations. The Code Council will provide reasonable accommodations and necessary auxiliary aids and services upon request. Please advise Jackie Claus at jclaus@iccsafe.org of your needs by October 1, 2024. We will do our best to accommodate requests received after this date, but we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so.***

 

REGISTRATION FEES
ICC MEMBER
NON-MEMBER
ICC MEMBER
NON-MEMBER
By September 16*
After September 16
Delegate Registration – Full Conference includes Welcome to Long Beach Reception, Education Sessions, Annual Business Meeting, Awards Luncheon, Expo Happy Hour/Reception, Connections Gala
$715
$825
$825
$935
Annual Business Meeting (ABM) Only
NO FEE
NO FEE
NO FEE
NO FEE
Education Only Tuesday (no lunch)
$225
$300
$300
$375
Education Only Tuesday (with lunch)
$325
$400
$400
$475
Companion Registration – Basic includes Welcome to Long Beach Reception, Expo Happy Hour/Reception, Connections Gala
$225
$300
$300
$375
Companion Registration – Premium includes Welcome to Long Beach Reception, Long Beach Hop Companion Tour, Expo Happy Hour/Reception, Connections Gala
$375
$450
$450
$525
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
Welcome to Long Beach – 10/20/24
$125
$150
$150
$175
Awards Luncheon – 10/22/24
$100
$125
$125
$150
Connections Gala – 10/22/24
$125
$150
$150
$175
BUILDING TOURS
Long Beach City Hall, Port of Long Beach Admin Building & Queen Mary
(Half Day–AM)
$85
$100
$100
$115
ReMo Homes Factory Tour (Half Day–AM)
$85
$100
$100
$115
Rancho Los Alamitos Walking Tour
(Half Day–PM)
$85
$100
$100
$115
Harbor Breeze Cruise (Half Day–PM)
$85
$100
$100
$115

*Take advantage of early bird savings when you register as a delegate for full conference by Monday, September 16, and receive a free conference polo shirt. Choose your shirt size when you register.

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2024 Conference – Why Attend

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Why You Should Attend

This year’s conference will feature industry-leading educational sessions, valuable career resources, special networking events, inspiring speakers and historic building tours

Who Should Attend

The International Code Council’s Annual Conference brings together building safety professionals from around the world.

Benefits of Attending Annual Conference

No matter where you are in your building safety career – just starting out or in the thick of things and looking to expand your code knowledge or leadership skills – the Code Council has a track record of delivering value. During the conference, participants will have the opportunity to network, earn CEUs, access career resources, socialize with peers, and participate in elections and other association business. Our attendees walk away with smart strategies, actionable tactics, improved skills and real connections with the people who are shaping the future of building safety.

Get Your Boss on Board

Need to demonstrate why the Code Council's conference is a good investment? We’ve got you covered with our justification letter template. Use this template to explain the value of the educational and networking opportunities available at the event. Feel free to customize as needed.

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The International Code Council Publishes Guideline on Advanced Panelization

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council published a new resource, Guideline 6: A Guideline on Advanced Panelization, which employs lessons learned from international approaches to panelization. This guideline aligns with ICC/MBI Standards 1200 and 1205 for off-site construction and joins additional off-site construction resources including ICC/MBI Standard 1210 and ICC/THIA Standard 1215, which is currently in development.

Adding to the suite of resources developed by the Code Council to support the use of off-site construction, Guideline 6 focuses on panelized systems as an opportunity to infuse automation into the construction process, bringing the benefits of increased precision, enhanced productivity and reduced waste. The guideline focuses on panelized systems as an opportunity to infuse automation into the construction process, bringing the benefits of increased precision, enhanced productivity and reduced waste. Approaches to automated processes with a robust quality assurance program, extensive documentation of the production process and product traceability are expected to change to verify compliance.

Guideline 6 provides jurisdictions with guidance on the approval of panelized systems that meet advanced fabrication and monitoring criteria. It helps to efficiently verify compliance with existing criteria including building codes, standards and acceptance criteria.

“We are continuously working to provide jurisdictions and the building industry with the most helpful and up-to-date guidance for leveraging the benefits of off-site construction,” said Code Council Vice President of Innovation Ryan Colker. “Guideline 6 is a step in the right direction and will ultimately help improve the health, safety, affordability and welfare of the built environment.”

The method for advanced panelization outlined in this guideline is intended to eliminate confusion on how closed panels are treated from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This opens up opportunities for greater degrees of finish and potentially increased investment in automation based on that certainty. It also allows for panels to be considered building components under a product evaluation and listing type process similar to other finished products (e.g., windows, doors, HVAC equipment).

The guideline is available in digital and print formats here. More information on Guideline 6 can be found here.

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

Federal Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Incorporates International Existing Building Code® Into Housing Policy Statement

Washington, D.C. – This month the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) adopted its Policy Statement on Housing and Historic Preservation which includes the International Code Council’s International Existing Building Code® (IEBC) as a resource for building conversions. The ACHP Policy Statement follows an October 2023 White House launch of a new guidebook to facilitate commercial to residential conversions to address post-pandemic office vacancies.

Created by the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), the ACHP is an advisory council that works to promote the preservation, enhancement and sustainable use of diverse historic resources in the United States.

Adopted by 45 states, the IEBC encourages the continued use and reuse of existing buildings, including historic buildings, by enabling changes in occupancy and use types without requiring full compliance with building features otherwise required for new construction. The 2024 IEBC covers repair, alteration, addition and change of occupancy for both existing and historic buildings.

“The Code Council welcomes ACHP’s support for the role the IEBC can play in enabling building reuse—including of historic buildings, which present unique challenges,” said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. “With the increased interest in converting underutilized commercial buildings to residential, it’s imperative that communities, design professionals and developers leverage the IEBC’s flexibilities, which can facilitate their efforts through faster completions and generate cost savings.”

The 2024 IEBC is now available for purchase. Learn more here.

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About the International Code Council
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards and building safety solutions. Code Council codes, standards and solutions are used to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide.

RECI Grant

2024 RECI Awards Allocate $90 Million for Sustainable Energy Transformation

On March 4, 2024, DOE announced $90 million in funding to support building energy code adoption, training and technical assistance at the state, territorial, tribal and local levels. This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) represents the second round of RECI funding and builds on the 27 awards that were announced last year, which included activities such as workforce development; community engagement; research and data collection; and increased support for compliance and enforcement.

The Code Council is a partner in 8 of these efforts.

Click here for RECI fact sheet pdf.

More To Know

Eligible Applicants – Applications must include a state, territory or tribal code adoption entity and be submitted either by that entity alone or as part of a partnership. This partnership may involve various stakeholders such as local code agencies; code and standards developers; associations of builders, design and construction professionals; utilities; and consumer energy and environmental advocates. Applications from partnerships are preferred. Any partner can serve as the prime applicant/recipient. A local government is not required to apply with the state in which it resides.

Deadlines – To submit a full application, you must first submit a concept paper. Concept papers are due April 5, 2024, at 5 PM ET.

Full applications are due June 6, 2024, at 5 PM ET.

Eligible Activities – DOE's FOA focuses on enhancing building energy codes and solutions for their implementation to improve energy efficiency, resilience and equity across various sectors. Key areas of focus include technical assistance for state, territory, tribal and local code updates with additional emphasis on high-impact areas; implementation and compliance assistance with an emphasis on rural communities; workforce development and training; utilizing utility data to validate energy savings; and assisting disadvantaged communities.

Reach out to the Code Council if you are interested in including ICC as a project partner or service provider as a part of your RECI project.

Collaborate with partners at the state and local level, REEO's regional partners, non-profits and others.

Need Help?

Don’t hesitate to contact us at federalgrants@iccsafe.org for additional information on RECI and developing your grant application. The Code Council can provide guidance for project topics as well as past examples of successful applications. Click the button below to schedule a consultation with the Code Council’s grants guru, Stella Carr.

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Highlights of Past RECI Grant Cycles

The Code Council was involved in eight successful RECI applications in the 2023 cycle, seeing a diverse representation of states and communities across the U.S. benefiting from this funding. To learn more about the Code Council's resilient and efficient codes solutions, access our factsheet.

Read a RECI Success Story here.

Water Awareness – Sign a Letter

World Water Awareness

Stand Up for Prioritizing Access to Clean Water in Local Communities

2023 continued to reveal growing strains on the world's water supply. The warning signs of an existential crisis are becoming more apparent. More information is urgently needed from experts to help persuade government officials and business leaders to take immediate action and work together to implement sustainable solutions.

To help inform the water policy landscape and advance key funding decisions, join the International Code Council in raising awareness around these vital issues, advocating for sustainable practices, and engaging local communities.

Show your support by filling this form to add your jurisdiction/organization’s name/logo to the sign-on letter to elected officials seeking their prioritization of access to clean water. Your engagement will help amplify this important message to conserve and protect our global water supply.

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Supporters

Thank you to those listed below in of seeking prioritization of access to clean water

The IBIS Group

James McClister

Town of Holden, Maine

Town of Cumberland, Maine