Since its founding in 1994, the International Code Council (ICC) has led the way in building safety codes and standards which are adopted in all 50 states, and several countries around the world.  

32 years later, ICC has significantly grown its membership and recently reached a major milestone of 70,000 members worldwide.  

ICC members include code officials, government officials for both large and small jurisdictions, building regulators, architects, engineers, builders, manufacturers and students eager to join the world of safety codes among trade professions. 

Member Benefits  

When joining ICC, members have access to exclusive resources that can help with professional development and career advancement. 

Benefits include: 

• Access to ICC’s completed collection of International Codes®  (I-Codes®) online for free 
• Members-only library that gives access to code references, reports and videos 

• Training modules members can take to become code certified
• ICC’s online Member Community where members can interact

Learn and Interact with Other Members 

When new members join ICC, they get to join discussions and interact with experts and other members in ICC’s Online Member Community. This exclusive networking platform helps introduce members to building safety professionals across the globe.  

Here, members can improve industry knowledge to help advance their careers through an exclusive mentorship program. One of the more popular parts of the Online Member Community is ICC’s Talkin’ Shop Forum where members can discuss codes, standards and important industry topics.   

When members join ICC, they also have an opportunity to find local chapters and help host events for other ICC members in their communities. Additionally, members can join eight councils that engage in focused collaboration on discipline specific issues shaping the industry.  

Access to Industry Meetings and Events 

 In addition to the online community, ICC also hosts several in-person events throughout the year, including the 2026 ICC Annual Conference and Expo taking place in Nashville, Tennessee from Oct. 18 through Oct. 23.  

At the annual conference, building safety professionals gather to take advantage of professional development and training opportunities (including earning CEUs), networking and volunteer opportunities.  

The annual Chapter Leadership Academy is where ICC chapter officers meet to help build and develop leadership skills, compare and share best practices and learn about effective chapter administration and management.  

For code experts and members who want to participate in improving building safety, ICC hosts Leadership Week and Hearings to discuss code change proposals for the next edition of the International Codes.  

ICC Career Center  

ICC provides career support for its 70,000 members through the ICC Career Center. This tool allows members to search for open jobs or post job openings to attract applicants to their talent pool. ICC can set up job alerts for active job searchers and provide both career coaching and resume reviews to help members prepare for their next job interview.  

As a one-stop shop, ICC’s Career Center can help members to become a more qualified and desirable candidate that job recruiters are searching for.  

Exclusive Discounts 

Gain access to exclusive discounts on books and publications that cover a wide range of building safety topics through ICC membership. These resources are invaluable for staying informed and enhancing professional knowledge. 

To access these discounts, members can log into the myICC dashboard and purchase a wide variety of ICC products and services at exclusive member pricing. 

Additionally, members enjoy substantial discounts on certification exams, resources and renewals – vital career resources for success in the building safety industry. Certifications enhance professional credibility and demonstrate a commitment to continuous education and professional growth. 

Learn more about ICC member benefits and resources here.