2024 Conference – Hearings

Committee Action Hearings – Group A #2

October 23–31

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:

IBC
IFC
IFGC
IMC
IPC
IPSDC
IRC
ISPSC
IWUIC

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 – Annual Business Meeting

Annual Business Meeting

Opening Session/Looking Forward Panel Discussion/Annual Business Meeting

Monday, October 21  ▪  8–12:30 pm

Participants will receive CEUs for this session.

The Annual Business Meeting will feature updates from association leadership and voting for ICC Board Officers and Directors.

The Annual Business Meeting Notice is posted below.

Voter Validation

Voter validation is required to vote at the Annual Business Meeting (ABM) taking place during the 2024 Annual Conference in Long Beach. All governmental voting representatives who plan to attend the 2024 ABM in person need to be validated in order to vote on Code Council business such as elections, bylaw amendments, member resolutions, etc.

Please validate your voting representatives' credentials by September 21, 2024.

ICC Voting & Privileges Guide. By membership category. Full voting, No voting, Member benefits

(Click to download a jpg or pdf)

2024 Conference – Education

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. Sessions will be on a first-come first-serve basis. Be sure to arrive early to ensure a seat.

Education sessions, sponsored by 4 LEAF RazoVersion ol, 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. 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 41.5 hours or 4.15 CEUs:

  • WICED/PTN/ICC Day of Service Volunteer Outing (Saturday, Oct. 19) – Earn 7 hours or 0.7 CEUs
  • Building Tours (Sunday, Oct. 20) – Earn up to 7 hours or 0.7 CEUs
  • Expo Talks (Sunday, Oct. 20 & Monday, Oct. 21) – Earn up to 5 hours or 0.5 CEUs
  • Annual Business Meeting (Monday, Oct. 21) – Earn 2 hours or 0.2 CEUs
  • Insight Sessions (Monday, Oct. 21) – Earn 1.5 hours or 0.15 CEUs
  • ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation (Tuesday, Oct. 22) – Earn 2 hours or 0.2 CEUs
  • Conference Education Program (Tuesday, Oct. 22) – Earn up to 4.5 hours or 0.45 CEUs
  • Hearings 101 (Wednesday, Oct 23) – Earn 1.0 hour or 0.1 CEUs
  • A Look Back at the Drafting of the I-Codes (Wednesday, Oct 23) – Earn 1.5 hours or 0.15 CEUs
  • In-person participation or attendance at the code hearings can earn up to 10 hours or 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.

Insight Sessions

Monday, October 21 | 12:45–2:15 pm | 0.15 CEUs each
A box lunch will be provided.

Session 1
PPOs
Session 2
Trades & Talent
Session 3
Online Member Community
Session 4
Resilience
Session 5
Quick Hits
Session 6
Performance vs. Prescriptive
Session 7
Digital
30 Years of Excellence The Trades and the Talent Pipeline The Online Member Community Resilience and U.S. Federal Grants Quick Hits on Emerging Building Safety Topics Performance vs. Prescriptive Codes Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on the Building Industry
Insight Session 1

30 Years of Excellence: A Reflection on the Establishment of the International Code Council and Creation of an International Suite of Model Codes

The International Code Council was established 30 years ago in 1994, with the goal of developing a single set of national model construction codes. It brought together three different organizations that had developed three separate sets of model codes throughout the U.S.: Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA), International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO), and Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (SBCCI). Today the International Code Council and the International Codes (I-Codes) are world renowned. Learn about this illustrious history from some of those who know the Code Council best – its Past Presiding Officers.

Moderators:

  • Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer, International Code Council
  • Stuart D. Tom, P.E., CBO, FIAE, President, International Code Council Board of Directors

Speakers:

  • Cindy Davis
  • Bill Dupler
  • Jay Elbettar
  • Gerald Jones
  • Paul Myers
  • Steve Shapiro
  • Ann vonWeller
  • Adolf Zubia
Insight Session 2

The Trades and the Talent Pipeline: How to Successfully Recruit and Retain Industry Professionals

Industry representatives discuss the ongoing shortage of qualified professionals in the building, design, and safety space. Come to this insight session to learn more about how the various trades are tackling recruitment, retention, and preparing today’s entry-level employees to become managers and business leaders. Ask your questions and share your insights as we collectively brainstorm the best ways to fill the talent pipeline.

Moderator: Matthew Winn, Senior Vice President of Training, International Code Council

Speakers:

  • Rudolph Garza, President and CEO, Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI)
  • Paul Robinson, CEO, ConstructReach
  • Ebony Robinson, Director of Community Relations & Business Development, ConstructReach
  • Jeffrey Scott, Outreach Specialist, Western States Regional Council of Carpenters
  • Jason Pritchard, Board Vice-President, PHCC
  • Tom Bigley, Director of Plumbing Services, UA National
Insight Session 3

Online Member Community: Get Connected

You asked for it, and we built it! This year, the International Code Council released a state-of-the-art online community platform offered exclusively as a member benefit. Learn how you can leverage this self-service tool to connect and network with other members, streamline communication and collaboration, create and share events, and more. This session will include an opportunity for members to sign up and get connected.

Speakers:

  • Ron Piester, Vice President of Membership & Strategic Engagement, International Code Council
  • Michael Nystrom, Senior Manager of Digital Content, International Code Council
Insight Session 4

Driving Resilience Through Building Codes: Harnessing Federal Funding to Achieve Resilience Goals

Communities are facing unprecedented challenges of responding to the increasing number, intensity, and frequency of disaster events. Policies and programs at the state and local levels must include a strong focus on enhancing the resilience of current and future buildings to safeguard communities against natural hazards. Effective implementation of modern, hazard-resistant building and energy codes are central to the realization of a resilient and sustainable future. This session will explore the role of modern building codes in creating safe, resilient, and sustainable communities. Panelists will discuss how jurisdictions are accessing federal funding to achieve their goals through successful modern building code implementation activities.

Speakers:

  • Alice Hill, Senior Fellow for Energy and the Environment, Council on Foreign Relations
  • Ryan Colker, VP of Innovation, International Code Council
  • Stella Carr, Energy and Resilience Project Manager, International Code Council
  • Sarah Carter, Professional Development Unit Chief, Colorado Div. of Fire Prevention & Control
  • Leslee Key, Grants Administrator, Div. of Building and Fire Regulations, Virginia Dept. of Housing and Community Development
  • Peter Zvingilas, Assistant Director of Regulatory Compliance, Connecticut Dept. of Administrative Services
Insight Session 5

Quick Hits on Emerging Building Safety Topics

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, including:

  • Battery and energy storage safety in the built environment
  • Environmental risks facing aging infrastructure
  • FEMA increasing recovery funding for resilient code adoption
  • Adaptive reuse of buildings
  • Community wildfire mitigation strategies
  • Water scarcity

Speakers:

  • Karl Fippinger, CEM, PMP, Vice President, Fire and Disaster Mitigation, International Code Council
  • Kevin T. McOsker, P.E., CBO, Vice President of Technical Resources, International Code Council
  • Lesley Garland, ICC Vice President, State and Local Relations
  • Karyn Beebe, PE, LEED AP, ICC Government Relations Regional Manager
  • Esber Andiroglu, PhD, PE, LEED AP, University of Miami
Insight Session 6

Performance vs. Prescriptive Codes

Join this highly interactive insight session, which will be presented in the format of a code hearing, and debate with stakeholders operating in both prescriptive and performance-based building regulatory ecosystems around the world about the advantages and challenges of each. The session will explore the performance and prescriptive codes from the following perspectives:

  • Innovation in building design
  • Innovation in construction materials & methods
  • Existing building upgrades/retrofits
  • Code enforcement (plan review, permitting, inspections)
  • Practitioner training/competency
  • Achieving environmental goals

Speakers:

  • Judy Zakreski, ICC Senior Vice President, Global Operations & Solutions (host)
  • Beth Tubbs, ICC Vice President, Codes (moderator)
  • Neil Savery, Managing Director, ICC Oceania Pty LTD
  • Ron Lynn, RDL Strategic Concepts
Insight Session 7

Artificial Intelligence and Its Impact on the Building Industry

The promise of this new generation of Artificial Intelligence software is that it has all the answers. The reality is that there is great opportunity in Large Language Model (LLM) applications, but it comes with unique challenges, especially if it is trying to be a resource for building and safety codes. This session will cover those challenges both from the perspective of a user trying to evaluate and utilize AI tools for building codes, and also from the view of those on the software side trying to build and train those tools.

Speakers:

  • Joan O’Neil, Chief Knowledge Officer, International Code Council
  • Ed Cilurso, Product Manager, International Code Council
  • David Hunt, Executive Vice President, Archistar
  • Dr. Benjamin Coorey, Founder, Archistar

Education at Conference

Sponsored by  4 LEAF RazoVersion ol

Tuesday, October 22  ▪  Earn up to 0.65 CEUs

The 2024 Annual Conference Education program will offer 10 tracks! Each track will consist of ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation, worth 0.2 CEUs, plus three 90-minute courses worth 0.15 CEUs each. View full class descriptions.

Track 8 – 10 am 10:15 – 11:45 am 1:45 – 3:15 pm 3:30 – 5 pm
Plumbing, Mechanical, Fuel Gas ICC Talks – Inspiration and Innovation 2024 IPC, IMC, IFGC Significant Changes
Gary Gauthier, Lisa Reiheld
A2L Refrigerants – What You Need to Know
Jim Cika, Thomas Deary
ACCA’s Improved HVAC Plan Review Form
David Bixby, Gil Rossmiller
Fire & Life Safety Hazardous Materials and the GHS
Megan Hall, Lynne Kilpatrick
Energizing the Built Environment
Michael O'Brian
2024 IFC Significant Changes
Rob Neale
Building Code 2024 IBC Significant Changes
Doug Thornburg
Fire-Resistance-Rated Building Elements/Assemblies
Rich Walke
Flood Provisions
Bill Bracken
Residential Code Residential Electric Overview
Joseph Wages
2024 IRC Significant Changes
Sandra Hyde
What to Expect When Reviewing Residential Projects for Energy Code Compliance
Josh Harmon
Energy Code 2024 IECC Residential Significant Changes
Jerica Stacey
What to Expect When Reviewing Commercial Projects for Energy Code Compliance
Josh Harmon
2024 IECC Commercial Significant Changes
Jerica Stacey, Kristopher Stenger
Existing Buildings Adaptive Reuse of Existing Buildings
Bill Bracken
2024 IEBC Significant Changes
John Gibson
2024 IEBC Compliance Options & 2024 IECC Chapter 5
John Gibson, Jerica Stacey
Off‑Site Construction Even More Insight into Off‑Site
Ryan Colker
Intro to Off‑Site Construction, Responsibilities and Requirements
Joseph Sollod
Approving Small Residential Dwelling Units: ADUs and Tiny Homes
Ryan Colker
Management Management Best Practices: From Your Grandfather to Today
Rachel Parrish
Disaster Planning for the Building Department
Bill Bracken
Legal Aspects – Essential Topics
Linda Pieczynski
Hot Topics Special Inspections Overview
Sandra Hyde
Assessing the Safety of Existing Concrete Buildings
Stephen Szoke
Demystifying Structural Loads
Buddy Showalter
Leveraging the ICC Family of Solutions Demystifying Conformity Assessments
David Tompos
Leveraging the ICC Family of Solutions Globally
(Go Global with ICC, Part 1)

Mohamed Amer, Judy Zakreski
Leveraging the ICC Family of Solutions Globally
(Go Global with ICC, Part 2)

Mohamed Amer, Judy Zakreski

2024 Conference – Ron Burton Golf Outing

Sunday, Oct. 20  ▪  6 am – 2 pm (Tee off 8 am)

The Code Council’s Past Presiding Officers will hold its annual fund raising event, the Ron Burton Annual Golf Outing, in conjunction with the ICC 2024 Annual Conference in Long Beach. This event includes a number of sponsorship opportunities and funds raised will go towards training and resources for the next generation of code officials.

The Ron Burton Golf Outing celebrates the life and work of William Ronald “Ron” Burton. Ron, as you may know, was a renowned code expert. He worked on many code-related projects for ICC, BOMA and the NAHB.

The tournament will be a shotgun-start at 8 am on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Harding Golf Course, 5500 Griffith Park Drive, Los Angeles CA 90027. Transportation, breakfast, lunch and beverage cart will be provided.

Ready to play but want to use your own clubs? There is a solution to that! Check out Ship Sticks today and have your clubs sent directly to the course. Be sure to note on your bag tag: Hold for ICC October 20, Attn: players name

Sponsorship Levels Overview

  • Overall Sponsor
  • Golf Tournament Sponsor
  • Hole Sponsors
  • Lunch Sponsor
  • Beverage Cart Sponsor
  • Gift Sponsor
# Description Fee
1 Presenting Sponsor $ 5,000
1 Golf Tournament Sponsor $ 4,000
3 Lunch Sponsor $ 2,000
3 Breakfast Sponsor $ 1,500
2 Beverage Cart Sponsor $ 2,000
1 Gelato Sponsor (SOLD) $ 800
1 Bloody Mary Bar $ 500
1 Bazooka $ 800
6 Gift Sponsor $ 500
1 Gift Bag Sponsor $ 500
18 Hole Sponsor $ 250
18 Tee Sponsor $ 250
1 Hole in One $ 1,000
1 Urban Chestnut Brewing Hole Sponsor $ 1,000
1 Long Drive Hole – Men $ 500
1 Long Drive Hole – Women $ 500
1 Long Putt Hole – Men $ 500
1 Long Putt Hole – Women $ 500
1 Closest to the Pin – Men $ 500
1 Closest to the Pin – Women $ 500
6 Raffle Prize $ 250

Ron Burton Golf Trophy

Sponsored by

BOMA

2024 Conference – Agenda

Agenda

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

All events will take place at the Long Beach Convention Center unless otherwise noted
Long Beach Convention Center
300 East Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Saturday, October 19
7:00am 3:00pm WICED/PTN/ICC Day of Service
8:30am 5:30pm ICC Board of Directors Meeting
1:00pm 5:00pm ICC 815 Committee

Sunday, October 20
6:00am 2:00pm Ron Burton Golf Outing*
7:30am 4:00pm Building Tours
8:30am 10:00am WICED Meeting
10:00am Noon PermitTechNation Annual Business Meeting
10:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
11:00am Noon ICC/NCARB/AIAS Student Design Competition Jury Review
1:00pm 2:00pm First Timers, Honorary Members, Global Attendees and Building Safety Leadership Experience (BSLE) Welcome Reception
1:00pm 5:00pm ES Industry Advisory Committee (by invitation only)
2:00pm 4:00pm Nominating Committee Candidates Forum
3:00pm 7:00pm Expo
3:00pm 7:00pm Career Zone/Headshot Café
3:30pm 4:30pm Regional Meetings
3:30pm 6:00pm Expo Talks
6:00pm 6:30pm Initial Report of the Nominating Committee
6:00pm 7:00pm Expo Happy Hour
7:00pm 10:00pm Welcome to Long Beach

Monday, October 21
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 12:30pm Opening Session/Looking Forward Panel Discussion/ Annual Business Meeting
9:00am 2:00pm Companion Tour*
12:45pm 2:15pm Insight Sessions and Box Lunch
2:00pm 7:00pm Expo
2:00pm 7:00pm Career Zone/Headshot Café
2:30pm 4:00pm Chapter Presidents Meeting
2:30pm 5:00pm Expo Talks
4:00pm 5:30pm Bridge Building Challenge
5:00pm 7:00pm Expo Reception

Tuesday, October 22
7:00am 2:00pm Registration
7:00am 4:00pm Resource Center
8:00am 10:00am ICC Talks: Inspiration and Innovation
8:00am Noon ICC-ES Board of Managers Meeting (by invitation only)
9:00am 2:00pm I built this!” hosted by ConstructReach
10:15am 11:45am Education Programs
10:30am 11:30am Honorary Members Round Table
Noon 1:30pm Awards Luncheon
1:45pm 5:00pm Education Programs
6:00pm 7:00pm Connections Gala Reception
7:00pm 9:00pm Connections Gala
9:00pm 10:00pm Post Gala Event

Wednesday, October 23
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 9:00am Members Forum
9:00am 10:00am Membership Council Steering Committee
10:00am Noon Membership Council Meetings
Noon 1:00pm Hearings 101
Noon 1:00pm Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC)
1:00pm 2:30pm A Look Back at the Drafting of the I-Codes
3:00pm 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

Thursday, October 24
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 5:00pm When Disaster Strikes – Train the Trainer (invitation only)
8:00am 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

Friday, October 25
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 5:00pm When Disaster Strikes – Train the Trainer (invitation only)
8:00am 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

Saturday, October 26
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

Sunday, October 27
9:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
10:00am 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

Monday, October 28 – Thursday, October 31
7:00am 5:00pm Registration/Resource Center
8:00am 7:00pm Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

 

All times listed are PT
*Event will take place off site.

2024 Conference – Key Events

Key Events

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

Saturday, October 19 | 7 am–3 pm

WICED/PTN/ICC Day of Service Volunteer Outing

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 (spots have been filled)

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 | 11 am–Noon

ICC/NCARB/AIAS Student Design Competition Jury Review

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 | 1–2 pm

First Timers, Honorary Members, Global Attendees 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, visit the Career Zone for your professional profile portrait and resume tips, and learn about industry innovations at our new Expo Talks (Sunday, 3:30–6 pm & Monday, 2:30–5 pm). Have fun and make new friends at the Expo Happy Hour (Sunday, 6–7 pm), Bridge Building Challenge (Monday, 4–5:30 pm) and Expo Reception (Monday, 5–7 pm).

Sunday, October 20 | 7–10 pm

Welcome to Long Beach

Sponsored by   AGA American Gas Association   Clariti

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

Opening Session/Looking Forward Panel Discussion/Annual Business Meeting

The Opening Session will feature keynote speaker Erik Qualman, an expert on artificial intelligence and digital transformation, futurist and bestselling author, who will speak on digital leadership during the Opening Session. Before ending with the Annual Business Meeting updates from association leadership and voting for ICC Board Officers, get inspired by a panel of industry experts who will discuss the future of the building safety profession. Looking Forward: Building Industry Leaders Share Their Insights on the Next 30 Years will gather 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:

  • George K. Guszcza, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Institute of Building Sciences (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
  • George K. Guszcza, President & Chief Executive Officer, National Institute of Building Sciences
  • Nicholas Hill, Chief Executive, Building Officials Institute of New Zealand
  • Mike Armstrong, Chief Executive Officer, NCARB

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. 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, 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
  • Regina C. Gray, Director, Affordable Housing Research and Technology Division, Office of Policy Development & Research, HUD
  • Ken Semler, Chair, Building Systems Councils, National Association of Homebuilders; President, Impresa Modular

Participants will earn 0.2 CEUs.

Tuesday, October 22 | Noon–1:30 pm

Awards Luncheon

Sponsored byJohnson Controls

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   Lowe's Services

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 | 8–9 am

Members Forum

Hosted before the Membership Council meetings, join outgoing and incoming Code Council leaders in the Pacific Ballroom lobby for a casual opportunity to network and ask questions while enjoying coffee and light bites. In attendance:

  • Dominic Sims, Code Council CEO
  • John Belcik, current Code Council COO and CFO, and incoming CEO
  • Stuart Tom, Code Council Board of Directors President
  • David Spencer, Code Council Board of Directors Vice President
  • And more!
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

Participants will earn 0.15 CEUs.

Wednesday, October 23–31

Committee Action Hearings – Group A#2

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.

2024 Leadership Week + Hearings Webcast

Committee Action Hearings Webcasts – Group A #1

Two Tracks Are Available for Viewing Below

Track 1 Webcast

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Track 2 Webcast

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2024 Conference – Registration

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

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 2024 BSLE application period is closed.

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.***

 

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Delegate Registration – Full Conference includes Welcome to Long Beach Reception, Education Sessions, Annual Business Meeting, Awards Luncheon, Expo Happy Hour/Reception, Connections Gala
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INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
Welcome to Long Beach – 10/20/24
$125
$150
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$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
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$115
Rancho Los Alamitos Walking Tour
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$85
$100
$100
$115
Harbor Breeze Cruise (Half Day–PM)
$85
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$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.

International Code Council and Center for Offsite Construction Collaborate to Establish Modular Interface Standards

Washington, D.C.– The International Code Council and the Center for Offsite Construction (CfOC) at the New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) announced their collaboration to develop critical standards for modular construction through the creation of the “CFOC/ICC 1220 Standard on Configurations and Connections for Off-Site Construction.” This groundbreaking effort aims to enhance quality, sustainability, resilience and affordability in the construction industry by establishing clear guidelines for the connection and configuration of modular components.

The standard will address requirements for configuration and connections in off-site construction, including the location and specifications of module-to-module and building-to-module connections for essential building systems, the standardization of dimensions for modular components and coverage for componentized, panelized and modularized elements. This effort is expected to significantly advance the use of modular construction methods by providing a framework for ensuring consistent quality and compatibility across projects.

“The Code Council is pleased to partner with the Center for Offsite Construction to create a standard that helps address some of the key challenges in advancing the deployment of off-site construction including supporting a project pipeline for factories, bringing certainty to developers through the availability of multiple sources for components and increasing efficiency of the fabrication and approval processes,” said Ryan Colker, Executive Director, Energy, Resilience & Innovation for the Code Council.

“We are excited to collaborate with the Code Council on developing a standard that will transform how modular components are designed and connected,” said Jason Van Nest, Director of the CfOC at NYIT. “This partnership will support the growth of industrialized construction methods and ensure that off-site construction systems meet the highest standards of performance and interoperability.”

By promoting compatibility and interoperability, the new standard is expected to accelerate the adoption of off-site construction practices in various applications, including multifamily housing, commercial developments, and institutional projects.

Once published, the standard will be available on the Code Council’s Digital Codes platform.

For more information about the development of the CFOC/ICC 1220 Standard and how to participate in the standards development process, please visit the CFOC/ICC 1220 Standard webpage.

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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 the Center for Offsite Construction

The Center for Offsite Construction (CfOC) at the New York Institute of Technology is dedicated to advancing the field of off-site construction through research, standards development, and educational initiatives. As an ANSI-accredited Standards Developer, the CfOC is committed to fostering innovation and collaboration to address the construction industry’s most pressing challenges.