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Women in Code Enforcement Development (WICED), PermitTechNation (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 (spots have been filled)
beautification project of their Veterans’ family campus community – Sign Up Today!
All volunteers will earn 0.7 ICC CEUs. Bus transportation, lunch and a special volunteer t-shirt will be provided.
Conference attendees are invited to watch finalists present their submissions for this inaugural design competition sponsored by the International Code Council (ICC), National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS). Three finalists will present to a jury, describing their methodology and innovative approach to designing a solution in compliance with the International Residential Code.
Sunday, October 20 | 3–7 pm
Monday, October 21 | 2–7 pm
Expo Talks Sponsored by
Expo Talks offer attendees the opportunity to learn the latest and greatest in building safety technology in quick hit 30-minute presentations taking place in the Expo hall. Each session will be worth .05 ICC CEUs. View the Expo Talks schedule.
Career Zone
Visit the new Career Zone inside the Expo hall for a free professional profile portrait, have your resume reviewed by an expert, view the latest job openings and get tips on how to advance your career. Stop by during Expo hours.
Sunday, October 20 – Tuesday, October 22
Off-Site Construction Experience
There is so much excitement around off-site construction that we couldn’t contain it and had to give it special recognition with events that highlight this important building solution: ReMo Homes factory tour, panel discussions and a focused education track. Learn more.
Sunday, October 20 | 7–10 pm
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Enjoy an evening of food and fun, brought to you by the Host Chapters, California Building Officials (CALBO) and California Fire Prevention Officers. Welcome to Long Beach!
Monday, October 21 | 8–12:30 pm
Looking Forward: Building Industry Leaders Share Their Insights on the Next 30 Years
Taking place between the Opening Session and Annual Business Meeting, this panel features executives who have played a pivotal role in shaping the building industry. 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
George K. Guszcza, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Institute of Building Sciences
Nicholas Hill, Chief Executive, Building Officials Institute of New Zealand
Participants will earn 0.2 CEUs for the Annual Business Meeting.
Tuesday, October 22 | 8–10 am
ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation
New this year, ICC Talks is a plenary session that inspires and reinvigorates. Keynote speaker Victoria Arlen, ESPN host and author, will share her experiences as a Paralympic Gold Medalist and motivate us to reach further and overcome our obstacles. Following the keynote address, a panel of experts from across the building industry share their perspectives on off-site construction and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The panelists are:
Ryan Colker, Vice President, Innovation, International Code Council (Moderator)
Jeff Brown, State Building Codes Office Director, Div. of Building and Fire Regulation, VA Dept. of Housing and Community Development
Helena Lidelöw, Chief of Technology, Volumetric Building Companies
Solomon Greene, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD (invited)
Ken Semler, Chair, Building Systems Councils, National Association of Homebuilders; President, Impresa Modular
Participants will earn 0.2 CEUs.
Tuesday, October 22 | 9 am–2 pm
“I built this!”
The International Code Council will partner with ConstructReach, a construction industry workforce development initiative and consultancy, to host this work-based learning event in the exhibit hall. Students will participate in hands-on activities and interactive demos led by construction professionals as well as get the opportunity to discuss career pathways with industry experts. Volunteers are needed to lead student groups, set up/break down materials, distribute PPE, assemble gift bags and more. If you are interested in volunteering, click here.
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 | Noon–1 pm
Hearings 101: Overview of ICC Code Development Process & Introduction to Committee Action Hearings
This short educational session is designed for those new to the ICC code development process. It will provide a general overview of the process for updating the International Codes every three years, review the differences between the codes and standards development processes, and prepare attendees to observe and participate in the Committee Action Hearings that will begin at 1 p.m. The speakers are:
Russ Manning, Senior Vice President of Technical Services, International Code Council
Shirley Ellis, Building Official for the City of Gonzales, Texas
Eirene Knott, MCP, CBO, CFM, Director of Code Services, BRR Architecture, INC.
Participants will earn 0.1 CEUs.
Wednesday, October 23 | 1–2:30 pm
A Look Back at the Drafting of the I-Codes
Today the International Codes (I-Codes) are the most widely used and adopted building safety codes in the world. But, that was not always the case. Moderator Dominic Sims will welcome a panel of several former staff experts and legends as they recount the history of the creation of the U.S. national model codes system and its expansion globally. Hear firsthand from those who were there as they share lessons learned and stories about this impactful suite of codes The panelists include:
Tom Frost, former Senior Vice President, Technical Services, International Code Council
Mike Pfeiffer, former Senior Vice President, Technical Services, International Code Council
Rick Okawa, former Deputy Vice President, Global Services and Business Development, International Code Council
Paul Armstrong, Western Regional Manager, American Wood Council and former Vice President, A&E Services, International Code Council
Washington, D.C.– Season five of Pfister® Faucet’s American Plumber Stories, titled “Plumbing Without Borders,” premiered its first episode, Hope, on September 2, 2024. The new season, sponsored by the International Code Council, features plumbers from around the world who are conquering challenges both personal and professional. The Code Council is featured in episode two, Plumber Down Under, which will debut on October 28, 2024.
American Plumber Stories is a docuseries that serves to inspire, educate and entertain both current and future members of the plumbing industry. The show celebrates the lives and work of all plumbers by sharing their passion, advice to the next generation of plumbers and their plans to reshape the industry.
“We are proud to be part of such an inspiring show,” said Code Council Chief Executive Officer Dominic Sims, CBO. “There are fantastic opportunities right now for anyone who wants to pursue a career in plumbing, and we are eager to help elevate the profession with stories that provide an in-depth look into what it means to be a plumber today.”
This is the first time the show has traveled outside of the United States, and there is great excitement about reaching an international audience – especially the next generation of plumbers.
In Hawaii, viewers meet a plumber who lost everything in the Lahaina wildfire. In Tasmania, American Plumber Stories touches down in extremely remote locations to work alongside the “Crocodile Dundee” of the plumbing industry. The series explores plumbing in extreme climates in Alaska and highlights a team of women plumbers in Canada. In California, viewers will meet the team at “Motherflushers” and go behind prison walls with a plumber who teaches the trade to inmates at Soledad State Prison. Season five also welcomes back country music star and Army Reserve Soldier Craig Morgan as the show’s host.
For more information and to watch episodes of American Plumber Stories, please visit here.
The International Plumbing Code® was founded on principles intended to establish provisions consistent with the scope of a plumbing code that adequately protects public health, safety and welfare. The 2024 IPC includes plumbing and plumbing fixture related accessibility provisions and requirements, making the IPC the most comprehensive plumbing code.
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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.
About Pfister® Faucets
Pfister® Faucets, formerly called Price Pfister® until 2010, is a brand of bathroom and lavatory faucets, shower systems, showerheads, accessories, kitchen faucets, and other plumbing fixtures. Emil Price and William Pfister founded the company in 1910. Today, the Pfister® brand is owned by Assa Abloy, Hardware and Home Improvement Group. Visit www.pfisterfaucets.com for information or follow on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, and TikTok.
The A118 is done in partnership with Accessibility Standard Canada (ASC). It is the first in a suite of accessibility standards that will work to harmonize standards across North America for the built environment.
Project Abstract: Consideration to be given on site design and architectural features of buildings affecting the acoustics and how people with physical and sensory disabilities use public buildings and residential structures including wayfinding.
Objective: Address barriers in the acoustic built environment. The standard will address these areas including acoustic design of the built environment, designing for wayfinding, controlling noise and reverberation, design of spaces with special acoustic considerations, service counters, learning spaces, shared office spaces, support spaces, uses of audio amplification and transmission, assistive technology and listening systems and public address systems.
2024.09.09 | Initial committee members appointed by ICC Board of Directors.
The Code Council's Board of Directors has appointed the committee members for IS-ABEC committee. This committee will develop new standards for the build environment related accessibility acoustics.
2024.12.11 First public teleconference meeting of the committee to be held on December 11, 2024 at 2 PM CT.
The committee will discuss the goals and objectives to create the initial draft and the creation of work groups to create the technical content of the standard. Any interested party may attend the meetings and participate on the work groups. Please see the meeting notices posted under DOCUMENTS for information on how to attend.
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The applications for this committee are closed.
Interested Parties: You may request to be added or removed as an interested party by filling out the "Interested Parties List' on the Committee Applications page.
Thank you for your interest in applying to this committee. Volunteers are one of the most important assets of the International Code Council. Their work on the ICC Board of Directors, committees and councils is directly related to the success of ICC. It takes the time and expertise of many individuals working through the numerous ICC committees to shape the Code Council into the world-class membership organization that exists today.
Austin, Texas – ElectriCity™ is a new program that recognizes cities for their commitment to electrical safety and provides on-site training from the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI). By becoming an ElectriCity, the City of Austin demonstrates their commitment to ensuring that electrical installations meet required safety standards, reducing the risk of electrical hazards and contributing to the overall safety and sustainability of their community.
City staff that participate in the ElectriCity program are better prepared to take the ICC/IAEI certification exams for Residential Electrical Inspectors, Commercial Electrical Inspectors and/or Electrical Plans Examiners. The ICC/IAEI Electrical Inspector Joint Certification Program provides a widely recognized credential that gives certificate holders access to increased job opportunities and improved mobility within the building safety industry.
Proper electrical inspections are a critical life safety aspect of the inspection process. The Code Council and IAEI are committed to supporting the building safety industry and electrical safety professionals with their membership, training and certification needs.
“I am proud that the City of Austin is the very first ICC/IAEI ElectriCity in the United States,” said José G. Roig, Director of Development Services for the City of Austin and Director At-Large for the Code Council Board of Directors. “Electrical inspections are an important part of building safety, and I want to ensure my team has the best training possible. ElectriCity’s high quality and flexible training will make all our communities safer, and I encourage you to join us.”
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.
About the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry
The Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI) educates and equips electrical professionals while unifying the industry to promote electrical safety. IAEI brings together electrical inspectors, multi-hat inspectors, electrical installers and contractors, testing agencies, standards organizations, manufacturers, and distributors to ensure public safety.
View the table below for the documentation of each phase of the 2011 Code Development Cycle which will result in the 2015 I-Codes. The current phase is highlighted. Information is posted as the Code Development process proceeds.
This is the first full cycle where the codes will be split into three groups with a Committee Action Hearing and Public Comment Hearing in 2011. The code groupings are indicated on the Code Development Schedule posted below.
There is so much excitement around off-site construction that we couldn’t contain it and had to give it special recognition. Join us for the Off-Site Construction Experience at the 2024 International Code Council Conference, Expo and Hearings.
Off-Site @ the Expo (All are Welcome)
Sunday, October 20 | 3:00–7:00 pm ▪ Monday, October 21 | 2:00–7:00 pm
This event brings exhibitors face-to-face with professionals from the built environment in a designated off-site expo area. Walk the expo floor or be an exhibitor! We are offering a special promotion to off-site/modular exhibitors only.
Expo Happy Hour | Sunday, October 20 | 6:00-7:00 pm
Meet with other off-site professionals in the designated off-site expo area.
Join Ryan Colker, V.P. of Innovation at the International Code Council to discuss the advancement of innovation through codes and conformity assessment.
Sunday, October 20 | 5:30–6:00 pm
Join David Cooper of Dave Cooper Live as he discusses the latest and greatest in off-site construction with our exhibitors and attendees.
ReMo Homes
Factory Tour Sunday, October 20 | 8:30 am–12:30 pm
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.
Insight Session – Quick Hits on Emerging Building Safety Topics Monday, October 21 | 12:45 pm–2:15 pm
Building safety professionals are increasingly at the forefront of policy initiatives and technological advances. This session will feature short, quick-hit discussions on emerging issues: battery and energy storage safety in the built environment, environmental risks facing aging infrastructure, best practices for modular construction, adaptive reuse of buildings, community wildfire mitigation strategies, and water scarcity.
ICC Talks – Inspiration and Innovation Tuesday, October 22 | 8:00 am–10:00 am
This plenary session begins with 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, a panel of experts from across the building industry will share their perspectives on off-site construction and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The panelists are >
Ryan Colker, Vice President, Innovation, International Code Council (Moderator)
Jeff Brown, State Building Codes Office Director, Div. of Building and Fire Regulation, VA Dept. of Housing and Community Development
Helena Lidelöw, Chief of Technology, Volumetric Building Companies
Solomon Greene, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research, HUD
Ken Semler, Chair, Building Systems Councils, National Association of Homebuilders; President, Impresa Modular
Training – Off-Site Construction Track Tuesday, October 22 | 10:15 am–5:00 pm
Following the plenary panel with off-site construction leaders join an intimate discussion with the panelists to have your questions answered. Also engage with state program leaders including from Virginia, Maryland, Texas, Rhode Island and others. Topics Include:
Even More Insight into Off-Site
Intro to Off-Site Construction, Responsibilities and Requirements
Approving Small Residential Dwelling Units: ADUs and Tiny Homes
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