2024 Conference – Hearings

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Committee Action Hearings – Group A #2

October 23–31

Hearing Schedule
(will be posted summer 2024)

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.

The code development process for the 2027 I-Codes introduces a restructured process starting in 2024 with two Committee Action Hearings for Group A Codes and followed in 2025 by two Committee Action Hearings for Group B Codes. In April 2026, there will be combined Group A and B Public Comment Hearings with a combined Online Governmental Consensus Vote in May 2026. Please refer to the 2024/2025/2026 ICC Code Development Schedule for details on code groups and important deadlines.

Group A Codes include:

More details on codes covered in Group A:

IBC–E: IBC Egress provisions. Chapters 10 and 11.
IBC–FS: IBC Fire Safety provisions. Chapters 7, 8, 9 (partial), 14 and 26. The majority of IBC Chapter 9 is maintained by the IFC. See Code Group Notes.
IFC: The majority of IFC Chapter 10 is maintained by IBC–E. See Code Group Notes.
IPSDC: Code changes heard by the IPC committee (combined IPC & IPSDC committee)
IRC–M: IRC Mechanical provisions. Chapters 12 – 23 (code changes heard by the IRC–MP committee)
IRC–P: IRC Plumbing provisions. Chapters 25 – 33 (code changes heard by the IRC–MP committee)
IWUIC: Code changes heard by the IFC committee (combined IFC & IWUIC committee)

2024 Conference – Education

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Education

Building Tours Sun. Oct. 20 ▪ Insight Sessions Mon. Oct. 21 ▪ Education Tue. Oct. 22

Grow your knowledge and expertise with the most comprehensive building safety education sessions. Building Tours are available on Sunday, October 20 (sign up for these tours during the registration process).

New Insight Sessions are available on Monday, October 21, and are included in full conference registration. Education sessions take place on Tuesday, October 22, with morning and afternoon sessions, also available as a one-day event. More details to come on these events. Insight and education sessions will be on a first-come first-serve basis. Be sure to arrive early to ensure a seat.

CEUs

Your participation in the Code Council's conference education sessions, building tours, and annual business meeting could earn you the following CEUs to help maintain or move forward to your next certification, totaling up to 2.8 CEUs:

Building Tours (Sunday, Oct. 20) – Earn up to 7 hours or 0.7 CEUs
Insight Sessions (Monday, Oct. 21) – Earn up to 2.5 hours or 0.25 CEUs
ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation (Tuesday, Oct. 22) – Earn up to 2 hours or 0.2 CEUs
Conference Education Program (Tuesday, Oct. 22) – Earn up to 4.5 hours or 0.45 CEUs
Annual Business Meeting (Monday, Oct. 21) – 2 hours or 0.2 CEUs
In-person participation or attendance at the code hearings can earn up to 1.0 CEUs

Building Tours

Sunday, October 20

Sunday, October 20 | 7:30 am–Noon

Building Tour #1 – Long Beach City Hall & Port of Long Beach Administration Building & The Queen Mary (Half Day – AM | 0.4 CEUs)

Long Beach City Hall & Port of Long Beach Administration Building
These two LEED Gold-certified were designed to prioritize environmental performance. They feature energy efficient, under-floor air conditioning systems that eliminate the need for air ducts and mechanical equipment in the ceiling, which allows for higher finished ceiling heights and increased natural light. The exterior curtain walls are composed of alternating panels of floor-to-ceiling vision glass and solid panels. The height of the vision panels allows daylight to penetrate into the depth of the floors. Solid panels limit solar heat gain. Balconies are located on the top floor of both buildings. City Hall’s solid exterior wall portions are expressed as white metal panels, while the Port Headquarters buildings are recessed color strips behind vision glass, designed to echo the color variations found in shipping containers at the nearby Long Beach Port. While touring both buildings, our expert will talk about the City’s Building and Safety Bureau’s and Harbor Department’s role in construction and permitting activity.

Queen Mary
The retired ocean liner sailed primarily on the North Atlantic Ocean from 1936 to 1967 for the Cunard Line. The ship's groundbreaking construction made it the most luxurious and technologically advanced ocean liner of its time. While exploring the ship from bow to stern, and inside to out, we will discuss how the City treats this ship as a building/structure for the purpose of permitting and construction activity. Our expert guide will talk about the various projects to restore, rehabilitate, and improve ADA-related compliance measures and the application of historic preservation standards.

Bus transportation included – departs at 7:00 am. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 50 people and is listed as an option when you register.

Sunday, October 20 | 8:30 am–12:30 pm

Building Tour #2 – ReMo Homes Factory Tour (Half Day – AM | 0.3 CEUs)

This tour will include a presentation on “Scaling Modular thorough Componentization and Standardization.” Participants will walk through a model home and discuss the process involved in building these innovative, sustainable and affordable homes. ReMo Homes is on a mission is to solve the housing and climate crises through innovative manufacturing techniques. The modular manufacturing company produces zero-carbon, affordable homes using advanced fabrication methods and automation-friendly materials. ReMo Homes takes a holistic approach to addressing climate change and housing affordability.

Bus transportation and light refreshments included – bus departs at 8:45 am. Comfortable, closed toe shoes are a must. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 50 people and is listed as an option when you register.

Sunday, October 20 | Noon–4 pm

Building Tour #3 – Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Site – Walking Tour (Half Day – PM | 0.4 CEUs)

The Rancho Los Alamitos, the “Ranch of the Little Cottonwoods,” is a Long Beach City Landmark listed twice on the National Register of Historic Places—as the sacred Gabrielino, or Tongva village of Povuu’ngna, as well as for its adobe core ranch house, four acres of lush historic gardens, and the restored Barns Area that recalls the great ranching heritage of Southern California from early to mid-20th century. The Rancho Center has an exhibition, theatre and related program facilities that connect 21st century audiences with the powerful story of California, its landscape and its inhabitants throughout time. Meticulous restoration of the Barns Area brings back the historical character, sights and sounds of the original working ranch, its historic barns, working blacksmith shop, feed shed and corrals. Enjoy the opportunity to learn from some of the code officials, engineers and specialists involved with the site’s extensive construction work that included cutting-edge seismic stabilization of the circa 1800 adobe core ranch house.

Bus transportation and light refreshments included – bus departs at 11:30 am. Comfortable, closed toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are a must. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 50 people and is listed as an option when you register.

Sunday, October 20 | 1 – 4 pm

Building Tour #4 – Harbor Breeze Cruise (Half Day – PM | 0.3 CEUs)

Learn about the Long Beach International Gateway Bridge and how it was permitted and built. Get an up-close view of large cargo and container ships from all over the world and hear how permits are obtained by the different ports depending on what they store, ship and receive. Enjoy views of the unique Long Beach Harbor, beautiful Long Beach skyline, world famous Queen Mary, and much more!

Bus transportation included – departs at 12:30 pm. Comfortable, closed toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are a must. Additional fee applies. This tour is limited to 125 people and is listed as an option when you register.

Education at Conference

Tuesday, October 22 ▪ 0.15 CEUs each

The 2024 Annual Conference Education program will offer 10 tracks! Each track will consist of three 90-minute courses worth 0.15 CEUs each. Course names and descriptions will be available soon.

PMG
Fire & Life Safety

Building
Residential

Energy
Existing Buildings

Off-Site Construction
Soft Skills/Management

Hot Topics
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2024 Conference – Sponsors

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Sponsors

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International Code Council Collaborates with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning in Oman to Develop a New Set of Building Codes for the Sultanate

This endeavor exemplifies the Code Council’s extensive experience in executing similar projects, underscoring its commitment to fostering safe, affordable, and sustainable communities worldwide.

International Code Council Participates in Inaugural Buildings and Climate Global Forum

This event is the first of its kind and will build upon the progress made at the recent United Nations COP28 and the ongoing need to deliver sustainable and resilient buildings around the world.

International Code Council Collaborates with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning in Oman to Develop a New Set of Building Codes for the Sultanate

Muscat, Oman – In a significant move aimed at enhancing building safety and construction standards in the Sultanate of Oman, the International Code Council (ICC) has signed a contract with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning (MoHUP) to develop a series of six comprehensive building codes.

Leveraging ICC’s renowned expertise in crafting and implementing building codes for jurisdictions around the world, the initiative aims to tailor these codes to suit local contexts, reflecting the nation’s priorities and aspirations. This endeavor exemplifies ICC’s extensive experience in executing similar projects, underscoring its commitment to fostering safe, affordable, and sustainable communities worldwide.

The Minister of Housing, His Excellency Dr. Khalfan bin Said Al Shueili, and ICC’s Senior Vice President of Global Operations and Solutions, Judy Zakreski, joined forces to formalize the agreement. A ceremonial signing event took place on 14 February 2024 at the Royal Opera House in Muscat.

Collaboratively, ICC and MoHUP are dedicated to setting new benchmarks in building safety and construction practices in the country. The project’s primary areas of focus include safety standards, sustainability, and technology integration, with the entire endeavor slated for finalization by early 2026.

The Sultanate’s adoption of building codes based on the 2021 and 2024 International Codes (I-Codes) will serve as a catalyst for raising standards and promoting best practices nationwide. By embracing advanced building regulations that also align with regional standards, the country not only ensures the safety and well-being of its citizens but also positions itself as a leader in fostering safety and sustainability in construction.

Director General of Urban Planning at the MoHUP, Dr. Hanan Al Jabri, said: “With rapid infrastructure growth and urban development happening in the country, the demand for robust building codes prioritizing safety and resilience, has become increasingly important. The strategic cooperation between MoHUP and the ICC underscores a shared responsibility to advancing safety, sustainability, and innovation in the Sultanate’s construction industry and represents a significant milestone in the journey towards achieving the goals outlined in Oman Vision 2040.”

ICC’s Senior Vice President of Global Operations and Solutions, Judy Zakreski said: “We are honored to collaborate with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning on this exciting and important project. The Oman Building Codes will serve as a blueprint for safe, sustainable, and resilient construction practices in the country and align Oman’s building safety regulations with others in the MENA region.”

Throughout the project duration, ICC and MoHUP will be working closely with designated Omani authorities, design professionals, and other stakeholders. This inclusive approach, adopted by the ICC on every project, ensures consistency, harmonization, and support which will benefit Oman’s construction industry and its citizens.

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International Code Council Participates in Inaugural Buildings and Climate Global Forum

Washington, D.C.– The International Code Council is participating in the 2024 Buildings and Climate Global Forum in Paris, France, between March 7 and 8, 2024. This event is the first of its kind and will build upon the progress made at the recent United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) and ongoing needs to deliver sustainable and resilient buildings around the world.

The Buildings and Climate Global Forum will bring focus to the impact of the buildings and construction sector on the environment and its significant role in achieving climate goals. Cooperation and partnerships among high-level representatives from international organizations and building ministers will also be facilitated to accelerate the transition to near-zero emissions and resilient buildings.

The French Government and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) are hosting the forum through the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC). The International Code Council is co-leading two sessions during the forum: Achieving Climate-Resilient Buildings and Harmonizing Policies for Whole Life Carbon and Resilient Building Goals. Sustainable design practices, technological innovations and solutions in the sector will also be explored during approximately 20 thematic sessions.

Achieving Climate-Resilient Buildings will examine the current approaches to integrating resilience into building design, including resilience to future climate-driven hazards. It will identify current gaps in tools and deployment drivers and determine the actions necessary to make climate resilient buildings the new normal. Harmonizing Policies for Whole Life Carbon and Resilient Building Goals will highlight the importance and current state of building codes, standards, assessment frameworks and certification schemes in delivering global climate goals and the need to harmonize around common principles.

International Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO is scheduled to speak at a CEO roundtable. Sims and Board President Stuart Tom will participate at ministerial roundtables alongside international building ministers on March 8. The International Code Council has also been a lead collaborator in shaping the development of numerous other thematic sessions, along with calls-to-action and commitments resulting from the forum.

“Tackling a changing climate requires multi-level international collaboration,” said Sims. “Being a part of global events like this and collaborating with governments, companies, and NGOs to address the climate-related challenges before us is an integral part of our mission to ensure safe, affordable and sustainable communities and buildings worldwide. We look forward to highlighting the role building codes, standards and building safety solutions play in achieving international climate goals.”

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2024 Conference and Expo – Welcome

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Welcome!

We’re excited to welcome you to Long Beach, California, for the 2024 International Code Council’s Annual Conference, Expo and Committee Action Hearings – Group A #2
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