Due to a technical error with the phrasing of the question, previous Committee Interpretation No. 01-25 has been removed and replaced with proposed Committee Interpretation No. 02-25. A proposed Committee Interpretation to…
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Proposed Committee Interpretation Posted for ICC Membership Review and Comment
A proposed Committee Interpretation to Section 503.1 General of the 2024 International Building Code® (IBC) was posted for ICC Membership review and comment on November 26, 2025.
From the Editors: 15 of Our Favorite Building Safety Journal Articles From 2025
Reflecting on the past year, the Building Safety Journal editorial team has assembled 15 standout articles that embody 2025.
For the International Code Council (ICC) and the building safety industry, 2025 was filled with significant advancements, forward-thinking projects and distinguished accomplishments. As we look back on this remarkable year,…
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Report Highlights Building Codes as Solution to Stabilizing Insurance Markets
The report shows that strong building codes lead to resilient communities and affordable insurance.
As natural disasters grow in frequency and severity, the financial toll on homeowners and insurers continues to rise. Communities across the United States are grappling with escalating insurance premiums, reduced…
