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Code Change Proposal Submittals Open for the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code and Chapter 11 International Residential Code

Washington, D.C. –The International Code Council, the developer of the most widely used and highly regarded set of building safety codes and standards in the world, is currently accepting code change proposals for the development of its 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and Chapter 11 of the International Residential Code (IRC). As established through the Code Council’s recently released energy efficiency framework, Leading the Way to Energy Efficiency: A Path Forward on Energy and Sustainability to Confront a Changing Climate, the 2024 IECC and Chapter 11 of the IRC will be updated using the Code Council’s American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved standards process.

The 2024 edition will continue to build on the success of the prior editions allowing the IECC to remain a strong avenue for communities to reach their energy efficiency and sustainability goals globally. As part of the 2024 development process, code change proposals will be asked to include an assessment of cost effectiveness in accordance with the intent statement of the IECC and shall consider any changes to the code as they impact the building owner, occupants and the energy system as a whole. Additionally, the Residential Energy Code Consensus Committee and a Commercial Energy Code Consensus Committee shall adhere to the Code Council Board approved intents and scopes outlined in the framework.

“The IECC in conjunction with the Code Council’s recently released framework are invaluable resources for communities to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and achieve their energy efficiency goals,” said Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer of the Code Council. “Understanding this, the Code Council is committed to providing the necessary processes and forums to enable the continued development and maintenance of these tools and resources such as the IECC.”

Additionally, the Code Council is seeking public input on an electrical vehicle (EV) charging resource, the first in a series of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emission resources as outlined in the Code Council’s framework. Covering residential, commercial and multifamily applications, the resource provides communities flexibility in determining the best combination of EV-Installed, EV-Ready and EV-Capable spaces. The Code Council staff draft is based on input from stakeholders, code change proposals considered for the 2021 IECC and policies already implemented in some jurisdictions. It also captures information on approaches states and localities have already taken to help support other jurisdictions considering use of the language and provides communities with model language coordinated with the International Codes (I-Codes) to help achieve additional GHG reductions. Comments on the EV resource are due August 16^th. Access the draft and instructions for commenting: here.

Modern building codes require input from professionals throughout the building pipeline to be effective. Participation from various stakeholders in an equitable, accessible and responsive environment is key in developing a consensus standard that all of society will find impactful. The Code Council urges all interested parties from building safety professionals to government officials and concerned citizens to submit a code change proposal and engage in the development process.

Code change proposals will be accepted until 11:59 pm PT on October 12^th. To submit a code change proposal, please visit the new energy only version of cdpACCESS here. For additional information on the Code Council’s energy initiatives, the framework and related FAQs, visit www.iccsafe.org/energy.

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.

International Code Council Raises Awareness Around Wildfire Safety with Three New Fire Prevention Resources

Washington, D.C. – As the pace of wildfire season increases throughout the United States, the International Code Council, the developer of the most widely used and highly regarded set of building safety codes and standards in the world, is emphasizing the importance of fire safety through its three newly released fire prevention titles: 2021 IWUIC® Code and Commentary, Significant Changes to the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition, and the 2019 California Fire Code Amendments Handbook.

This is critical as the Congressional Research Service, citing Wildland Fire Summary and Statistics from the National Interagency Coordination Center (updated May 2021), reports that since 1960 the three largest wildfires in total acreage burned have occurred in the last five years. The report also notes people are increasingly finding themselves within or moving to wildland urban interface (WUI) zones. The WUI is defined by the U.S. Fire Administration as areas where human-made structures and infrastructure are in or adjacent to areas prone to wildfires.

The Code Council’s three new publications each address a critical component of wildfire and fire safety and prevention:

2021 IWUIC® Code and Commentary provides a convenient reference for regulations in the 2021 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC), which focuses on the use of ignition-resistant building materials including specially designed vents to prevent embers from penetrating into eaves and under foundations, creating and maintaining defensible space, and fire service access to structures and water supplies.
Significant Changes to the International Fire Code, 2021 Edition: a comprehensive analysis of the significant changes in the new edition of the International Fire Code (IFC), offering key insights into the implications of these changes.
2019 California Fire Code Amendments Handbook is a new resource that was developed, in partnership with the California Fire Prevention Officers and the California Fire Chiefs Association, to help users understand the purpose and intent of the California amendments to the state-adopted fire code, including an extensive, legislative history of the California Office of the State Fire Marshal, and to provide a greater degree of standardization in code application throughout the Golden State.

“The troubling trend of more frequent and destructive wildfires, coupled with moderate to extreme drought in several states, has put a spotlight on the need for innovative and comprehensive building codes and standards that address wildfire prevention and building safety,” said Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer of the Code Council. “It is important that the building safety community continues to seek ways to improve our codes and standards, while imploring local and state governments to adopt these advanced codes to keep their communities protected.”

The federal government requires its construction and FEMA-assisted reconstruction in the wildland-urban interface to adhere to the IWUIC, and according to the National Institute of Building Sciences, retrofitting 2.5 million homes in the WUI to the 2018 edition of the IWUIC could provide a nationwide benefit-cost ratio as high as $8 to $1.

With the duration of wildfire season extending across the U.S. and the consequences becoming more severe, communities must work to adopt and implement the most up-to-date building codes to help prevent wildfires. For quick tips and additional resources on wildfires, please visit the Code Council’s Wildfire Information and Resource Page.

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California Launches RESNET Water Efficiency Rating Program, HERSH2O®, Developed in Partnership with the International Code Council

Washington, D.C. – The California Energy Commission’s accredited rating providers, CalCERTS and CHEERS, were recently approved by RESNET as official HERSH2O providers – paving the way for the launch of the water efficiency rating program in California.

Built off RESNET’s nationally recognized Home Energy Rating System (HERS®) Index, which is the gold standard for rating the energy efficiency of a home, HERSH2O was developed as a system for rating whole-house water efficiency including both indoor and outdoor uses through a consensus development process with input from more than 75 organizations.

“The approval of CalCERTS and CHEERS as official HERSH2O providers brings us one step closer to increasing water efficiency in the state of California,” said Mark Johnson, Executive Vice President, International Code Council. “Due to an ongoing strain on water resources in the state, there is no better time to introduce this water efficiency ratings program that will not only help consumers lower their bills, but also conserve resources.”

The approval of two of California’s accredited rating providers comes as water resources are becoming increasingly strained in many parts of the country and the cost to upgrade aging water infrastructure is taking a toll. With water prices increasing faster than energy prices, there is the potential for water efficiency measures to impact cost savings throughout the US.

“Water is society’s most precious commodity, and we need to ensure we are utilizing it efficiently,” said Steve Baden, Executive Director, RESNET. “As the water crisis becomes more critical, we are proud to be working with the International Code Council to not only be addressing this issue but provide a solution that will benefit California homeowners immensely.”

With the average family spending more than $1,000 annually on water costs, HERSH2O provides a simple, easy to compare rating on a scale from 0-100+; where lower numbers mean less water use. By using this scale, it makes it easier to cross check efficiency between homes, allowing homeowners to gauge their own home’s effectiveness. The HERSH2O Index was developed as part of a partnership between RESNET, the International Code Council, Natural Resource Defense Council and the EPA WaterSense Program. The basis for HERSH2O is ANSI/RESNET/ICC Standard 850.

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About RESNET

The Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) is a not-for-profit, membership corporation that is governed by a board of directors (who are elected by membership). RESNET is a recognized national standards-making body for building energy efficiency rating and certification systems in the United States.

International Code Council Celebrates Updates to Texas’ Statute for Building and Residential Codes

Washington, D.C. – On June 7, Governor Greg Abbott signed Texas House Bill 738 (HB 738), which amends sections of Texas’ Local Government Code and establishes the 2012 International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) as the statewide municipal statutory codes for commercial, multi-family and residential construction in Texas. The IBC and IRC are part of the International Code Council’s family of building safety codes, the International Codes (I-Codes) – the most widely accepted, comprehensive set of model codes used in the United States. Prior to HB 738, Texas had the oldest State Statutory IRC (2000) and IBC (2003) on the books to date in the U.S.

“On behalf of the International Code Council, I was honored to work collaboratively with Representative Dennis Paul of Houston, the Texas General Land Office and a coalition of Texas stakeholders including the Building Officials Association of Texas (BOAT) to successfully advocate for the Lone Star State to update its statutory IRC and IBC codes. The Code Council commends Governor Greg Abbott for signing HB 738 into law and Texas for taking a proactive approach to adopting more modern codes across all municipalities,” said Kelly Sadler, Government Relations Senior Regional Manager for Texas, International Code Council. “This is an important step in the right direction for Texas to promote resilience and to mitigate disasters. We look forward to Texas taking many more steps to safeguard the safety of its citizens in the future.”

Adopting and enforcing the most up-to-date building codes not only reflects a jurisdiction’s commitment to the health and safety of its citizens but helps to preserve building resilience and durability in the face of increasingly severe weather events. As a minimum safeguard, building codes establish a building’s safety and energy performance for years to come.

“BOAT is dedicated to enhancing the standards of uniformity and efficiency in administering and enforcing model building codes,” said Jeffrey Widmer, CBO, Building Official, City of Rockwall, Texas, BOAT President. “Promoting adoption of the ICC codes is consistent with our mission. We were pleased to offer our assistance to the International Code Council in their effort to successfully update the statutory codes in our great state of Texas.”

As the intensity and frequency of natural hazards like hurricanes continue to increase, HB 738 follows the recommendations of two significant Texas Hurricane Harvey Reports – Eye of the Storm: Report of the Governor’s Commission to Rebuild Texas and Hurricane Harvey: Texas at Risk. According to a recent FEMA study, if all future construction adhered to up-to-date I-Codes, the U.S. would avoid more than $600 billion in cumulative losses from floods, hurricanes, and earthquakes by 2060. Additionally, the National Institute of Building Sciences estimates that adopting modern editions of the I-Codes saves $11 for every $1 invested through mitigation benefits against those hazards.

“In Texas, 78% of the municipalities have a population of less than 10,000 and in a majority of those, adoption of the latest editions of codes is not a priority. However, properly constructed homes and businesses provide life and fire safety to the occupants. In addition to providing this safety, the adoption and enforcement of current building codes are a major factor in a city’s Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating,” said Shirley Ellis, CBO, ICC Board of Directors, Building Official, City of Bastrop, Texas. “As a building official in a Texas city of less than 10,000, I am privileged to have a city council who understands the importance of the adoption and enforcement of current codes. Now that HB 738 is passed, I believe we will increase and improve the consistent updating of codes across the state.”

Model building codes are the foundation of a community and form an ecosystem of building policies that support the health, safety and welfare of the neighborhoods that adopt them. As the safeguard for our homes, schools, entertainment centers, workplaces, and every type of building in between, the adoption of both the IBC and IRC by Texas will create a uniformity that ensures maximum efficiency, resilience and safety for its citizens.

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International Code Council and North American Deck and Railing Association release important Deck Safety publication

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council and the North American Deck and Railing Association have released the second edition of Deck Construction: Based on the 2021 International Residential Code, which is the most comprehensive publication available for deck code compliance. The publication contains provisions for decks from the 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), as well as tables and figures, commentary, photos and illustrations that help readers better understand the intent and purpose behind the code provisions. Distinctions between the 2018 and 2021 IRC provisions were also included where relevant.

“As we enter the warmer months and families and friends look to spend more time outside, the integrity of deck construction will be essential to maintaining safety throughout the summer,” said Code Council Executive Vice President Mark Johnson. “Decks are niche construction projects, as such, everyone involved in these projects will benefit learning from this comprehensive and streamlined learning tool focused exclusively on decks.”

“May is Deck Safety Month®, however, deck safety is a 365-day issue,” said Michael Beaudry, Executive Vice President of NADRA. “As codes and construction capabilities are updated, the need to work closely with the association is paramount to ensuring that everyone involved in deck construction and maintenance adhere to the codes put forth by ICC.”

This publication also enables building authorities to easily access more specific information about decks and how their prescriptive designs and mandatory minimum requirements can be different from other structures.

The Deck Construction publication, by Glenn Matthewson, is available for purchase on the Code Council store, here.

About the North American Deck and Railing Association
The mission of the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA) is to provide a unified source for the professional development, promotion, growth, and sustenance of the Deck and Railing building industry in North America so that members can exceed the expectations of

TēCA Raises the Bar for Cannabis-Related Trainers and Course Developers with IAS Accreditation

Brea, California – The ēLearn Cannabis Academy (TēCA), a division of the ēLearn Academy, is the first cannabis-related training and curriculum development organization to be accredited through the International Accreditation Service (IAS) Training Provider and Training Course Developers (AC371) program.

TēCA’s mission is to provide the cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) industries with a “Gold Standard” learning experience through IAS-accredited courses that are available 24/7/365 online. The TēCA certificate credential, earned by trainees after passing an online proctored exam, will recognize and validate an individual’s qualifications to work in the cannabis and CBD industries and enhance their legitimacy and professionalism.

When asked about the importance of accreditation, Robert Cochrane, Chief Learning Architect for the ēLearn Academy said, “Legitimate accreditation is the future of the industry. Training, education and credentialing are vital to providing greater professionalism, consistency and standardization in the cannabis and CBD industries. Our goal is to prepare knowledgeable cannabis dispensary technicians (CDT) by providing the most comprehensive and detailed employee training program available anywhere. To accomplish this goal, we need to ensure that TēCA credentialed customers are qualified, and our curricula meets, and even exceeds, regulatory and recognized standards.”

The IAS Accreditation Criteria for Training Providers and Training Course Developers (AC371) requires training agencies to demonstrate competence, both in the way of qualified trainers and curriculums. The comprehensive accreditation process requires an evaluation of the training agency’s corporate structure, facilities, staffing, curriculum, program development and administration. The IAS approach aims to ensure that accredited training programs prepare trainees to be efficient and competent to meet the needs of industry, regulators and consumers. It strengthens the professional and academic reputation of training programs.

Dr. George Anastasopoulos, IAS Vice President of Global Development & Compliance welcomed TēCA’s AC371 accreditation as the first of its kind that solely focuses on the training and curriculum development for the cannabis sector, setting an international benchmark and a best-practice model.

“The TēCA certificate will enhance the professional recognition of a person’s qualifications to work in the cannabis and CBD industries,” he added.

About TēCA

As a division of the ēLearn Academy, The ēLearn Cannabis Academy (TēCA) provides an accredited, 24/7/365 online training program for professionals in the cannabis and CBD industries. Upon passing an online proctored exam, trainees are awarded a certificate of completion which will recognize and validate their qualifications to work in the cannabis and CBD industries and enhance their legitimacy and professionalism.

About IAS

The International Accreditation Service (IAS) is a nonprofit accreditation body based in Brea, California USA. Providing accreditation services since 1975, IAS is one of the leading accreditation bodies in the United States and a signatory to several international mutual recognition arrangements (MRAs). IAS is part of the International Code Council Family of Solutions. The Code Council offers a leading personnel certification program that recognizes an individual’s qualifications in the code enforcement profession of the construction industry. For more information, visit iasonline.org.

International Code Council appoints committees to lead energy code development

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council, the developer of the most widely used and highly regarded set of building safety codes and standards in the world, announced the committee members for the development of its 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). As part of the new process outlined within the Code Council’s energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction framework, Leading the Way to Energy Efficiency: A Path Forward on Energy and Sustainability to Confront a Changing Climate, the Code Council Board of Directors has appointed 48 members to its Residential Energy Code Consensus Committee and 45 members to its Commercial Energy Code Consensus Committee, one-third of which are governmental regulators.

The committee appointees represent a wide array of experience in building types and energy efficiency strategies, as well as racial, gender and socio-economic diversity, composing balanced committees that represent a multitude of stakeholder interests. Each committee member was chosen based on their qualifications, interest category, past participation in the codes and standards development process, geography and organization size.

For the 2024 development process, the Code Council is pleased to announce the following committee Chairs and Vice Chairs. See the full list of appointments.

Duane Jonlin, Energy Code & Conservation Advisor, Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections, Chair of the Commercial Energy Code Consensus Committee. Jonlin previously served as a member of the Washington State Building Code Council, ICC Zero Carbon Task Force, IECC Commercial Energy Committee, and is currently a voting member of ASHRAE SSPC 90.1. Since 2012, Jonlin has been closely involved in the development of each new edition of the Seattle Energy Code, building upon development of the Washington State Energy Code.

Emily Hoffman, Director of Energy Code Compliance, New York City Department of Buildings, Vice Chair of the Commercial Energy Code Consensus Committee. Hoffman has served as a member of the IECC Commercial Code Development Committee, NYC Energy Code Advisory Committee, NYSERDA Stretch Energy Code Committee, and currently serves on the ASHRAE Standard 90.1 Energy Cost Budget Subcommittee. Hoffman received the AEE Energy Professional Development Regional Award 2020 and Local Award in 2019 and NYC Climate Hero in 2020.

JC Hudgison, Chief Building Official, Tampa, Florida, Chair of the Residential Energy Code Consensus Committee. Hudgison is an active member of the ICC Emerging Leaders Membership Council Governing Committee and Building Officials Association of Florida Suncoast Chapter. Hudgison has over 13 years of experience in the fields of architecture, building code, construction, and construction management. Hudgison previously served as a member on the AIA Georgia Board and Building Officials Association of Georgia.

Bridget Herring, Energy Program Coordinator, Asheville, North Carolina, Vice Chair of the Residential Energy Code Consensus Committee. Herring has previous experience as a member of the ICC Residential Energy Development Committee, NC Building Code Council, and NC Energy Efficiency Roadmap Steering Committee. Herring is also a NC certified continuing education instructor for building codes and a RESNET HERS Rater. Herring is a staff liaison for the City of Asheville Sustainability Advisory Committee on Energy and the Environment as well as the Energy Innovation Task Force, and manages the city’s energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.

Robin Yochum, Energy Program Manager, Nevada Governor’s Energy Office, Vice Chair of the Residential Energy Code Consensus Committee. Yochum serves as an active member of the ICC Building Membership Council and its Raise the Profile Subcommittee and Community Best Practices & Innovation Subcommittee, ICC Sustainability Membership Council Zero Carbon Buildings Subcommittee, and Nevada Energy Code Collaborative. Yochum led the technical group who drafted the policy analysis section of the first ever Nevada Climate Strategy, which focused on the built environment including energy codes, appliance standards, energy labeling and ozone depleting substance alternatives.

“As more emphasis is placed on addressing the impact of our changing climate, building codes like the IECC remain a critical component in achieving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gases,” said Dominic Sims, CBO, Chief Executive Officer of the Code Council. “Through the new framework and IECC development process, all committed parties – from energy advocates to government officials and building safety professionals – will collaboratively determine the provisions of future editions to meet the sustainability and resiliency needs of all communities. Reducing carbon emissions through building operations under the IECC is just the first step in the Code Council’s effort to reduce the carbon impacts of other stages in the building process.”

The Code Council remains committed to assisting communities in meeting their energy efficiency and greenhouse gas reduction priorities. According to a preliminary analysis released by the Department of Energy, the residential provisions of the 2021 edition of the IECC are 9.38 percent more efficient than the 2018 edition and reduce GHG emissions by 8.66 percent. Through the development committees, each future edition of the IECC, including the 2024 edition, will build on prior successes allowing the IECC to remain a strong avenue for communities to reach their energy efficiency and sustainability goals globally – with a commitment to providing communities with the tools necessary to achieve zero energy now and by 2030.

The next step in the development of the 2024 IECC is the solicitation of code change proposals for consideration by the committees. Code change proposals related to the 2021 IECC can be submitted online beginning in mid-July 2021 through October 12, 2021.

To learn more about the Code Council’s energy activities visit www.iccsafe.org/energy.

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International Code Council Celebrates High Performance Buildings Week

Washington, D.C. – In recognition of High Performance Building Week, Code Council Chief Executive Officer, Dominic Sims, CBO, spoke on the panel, Building Better: Congressional and Private Sector Efforts to Promote High Performance Buildings organized by the High Performance Buildings Congressional Caucus and the High Performance Building Coalition, which the Code Council currently chairs. The roundtable discussion informed congressional and Biden Administration policymakers about the impact buildings have on health, safety and welfare, and the opportunities to best design, construct and operate buildings.

Joining Caucus Co-Chair Congressman Peter Welch (D-VT) and industry leaders, Sims’ remarks addressed the importance of high performance building, sustainability, disaster mitigation, and the federal support needed to encourage greater adoption and effective implementation of model codes and standards that advance these imperatives.

“High performance buildings play a vital role as a part of America’s infrastructure,” said Sims. “High Performance Building Week offers a unique opportunity for the building industry to come together to raise awareness of policy initiatives, organizational priorities and cutting-edge innovations that enhance building performance, promote resiliency and sustainability, and help spur healthy construction and building industry growth throughout the country.”

The High Performance Buildings Coalition is a coalition of approximately 200 organizations that provides guidance and support to the High Performance Buildings Caucus of the U.S. Congress.

Watch the full presentation, here.

To learn more about the High Performance Building Coalition and other High Performance Building Week events, visit hpbuildings.org.

Join the building safety community in Pittsburgh for the International Code Council Annual Conference & Hearings

Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council is hosting its 2021 Annual Conference and Public Comment Hearings in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from September 19-28. The conference will focus on resiliency in the industry in the wake of significant disruption to traditional methods of working from the pandemic. Professionals from every sector of the building industry will come together to learn new skills, share best practices, and hear from leading professionals in the building safety and construction space on digital tools and resources to advance safe and sustainable buildings and communities.

This year’s event has been carefully planned to allow our members, stakeholders and employees to gather safely taking into account all required health and safety precautions. In addition to the in-person options in Pittsburgh, some sessions will be offered virtually.

Keynote speakers this year include:

Jennifer McClure, an international speaker and business advisor, recognized as an influencer and expert on the future of work, innovative people strategies, and high-impact leadership.
Markus Achord, Head of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Sunrun, specializes in the design and execution of diversity, equity and inclusion programs in large, global organizations.

The 2021 code development process continues immediately after the conference with the Public Comment Hearings. These hearings provide an opportunity for participants to influence the 2024 I-Codes, the most widely used and adopted set of building safety codes in the world. At the hearings, governmental member voting representatives vote on hundreds of proposed code changes on behalf of their respective jurisdictions. Click here for details about the code development process.

“As we look forward to reconnecting at this year’s Annual Conference, the Code Council will be presenting new networking opportunities for the building safety community,” said Code Council CEO Dominic Sims, CBO. “Our Empowering Leaders Luncheon, Safety 2.0 Happy Hour, and Connections Gala are three of many onsite activities that will provide professionals spaces to reengage with industry peers.”

Participants who register by Friday, August 6, receive an early-bird discount.

Sponsors at this year’s conference include iPlanTables, ISO, 4LEAF, Inc. and The American Concrete Institute. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Download the 2021 Visibility Prospectus to learn more.

Visit www.iccsafe.org/conference for more information. Use the hashtag #ICCAC21 to join the online conversation.

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Code Council resources help prepare for safety and recovery as Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1

Washington, D.C. – June 1 marks the beginning of the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season and preparing for natural disaster safety and recovery is a top priority. All levels of government and the private sector must work together to ensure communities are safe and resilient from devastating natural disasters. Throughout hurricane season, the International Code Council is dedicated to helping communities stay safe in their homes, workplaces and neighborhoods.

The Code Council and its members are ready to help through the Disaster Response Alliance. Local and state jurisdictions in the U.S. as well as federal agencies may also contact the Disaster Response Alliance for help to reach skilled professionals who volunteer to assist jurisdictions that request aid with building damage assessment, building inspections and other code-related functions in disaster areas. Code Council members also assist devastated communities with post-disaster building plans reviews, inspections and permit operations through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC).

“The momentum and awareness we’ve raised during Building Safety Month about the importance of disaster mitigation and building code adoption continues as we enter this year’s hurricane season,” said Code Council CEO Dominic Sims, CBO. “Code officials play an integral role in preparing communities for natural disasters and in navigating recovery after a devastating event. The Code Council and its members are ready to help protect our communities.”

On Thursday, June 3, the Code Council, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and state and local officials will host a webinar on the implementation of FEMA’s new disaster recovery policy for code enforcement and administration. This new policy offers building officials and communities an effective way to access many of the resources needed to effectively administer and enforce building codes and floodplain management ordinances for up to 180 days following a major disaster declaration. Register for this free webinar to learn about more about this important new policy, including what activities are eligible and how to apply for reimbursement.

Resources to help prepare for hurricane season:

Seasonal Hurricane Predictions
FEMA: Hurricane Safety
Building Safety Month Week 4: Disaster Preparedness
Visit the Code Council’s Hurricane Safety & Recovery page to access more useful links and resources to help prepare for hurricane season.

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