A number of code change proposals and public comments were considered this year that addressed a wide range of topics, including tall wood buildings, multi-user bathrooms and intermodal shipping containers.
Technical Topics
Practical articles that detail technical content, with charts/graphs/visuals to help readers break down information.
Significant changes to the 2018 I-Codes
New changes address aerosol fire extinguishing systems, exit signs in existing buildings, solar panels near emergency escape and rescue openings, and sway bracing for drainage piping.
Advocacy guidelines for the code hearings
The Code Council has advocacy guidelines and procedures to ensure a transparent and fair hearing process and to provide a space for balanced debate and deliberation on code change proposals.
