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2021 Building Code Adoption - ADOPTION DELAYED
2023 ICC Annual Conference and Events
Welcome
Code corner is to assist you with questions you may have relating to building codes and/or building design. Please review the information below. If you have any questions, please contact our office (509) 754-2011 Ext: 3001.
Common Requests
Exempt –Section R105, 2018 IRC
Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Requirements
Design Criteria and Handouts
Residential
(2018 IRC)
Design Criteria – Section 301 – 327
Footings and Stem Walls – Section 401-408
Floor Systems – Sections 502 – 507
Wall Systems – Sections 602 – 703
Roof/Ceiling – Section 801 – 807
Mechanical Systems – Section 1301 – 1306
Plumbing – Section 2501 – 3303
Commercial
(2018 IBC)
Ch 3 – Occupancy Class & Use
Ch 4 – Special Use/Occupancy
Ch 5 – General Bld Heights/Areas
Ch 6 – Construction Types
Ch 7 – Fire/Smoke Protection
Ch 8 – Interior Finish
Ch 9 – Fire Systems
Ch 10 – Means of Egress
Ch 11 – Accessibility
Ch 12 – Interior Environment
Ch 13 – Energy Efficiency
Ch 14 – Exterior Walls
Ch 15 – Roof Assemble/Structures
Ch 16 – Structural Design