Codes

SPRI Announces Plans to Revise Multiple Test Standards

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI announces plans to revise test standard for edge systems used with low slope roofing systems and test standard for external gutter systems.

SPRI Announces Plans to Update NT-1 and RP-4 Standards

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI announced that SPRI RP-4 2022 “Wind Design Standard for Ballasted Single-Ply Roofing Systems” and SPRI NT-1 “Detection and Location of Latent Moisture in Building Roofing Systems by Nuclear Radioisotopic Thermalization” are being revised and will be re-canvassed for approval as an American National Standard.

2027 IECC: New Process, New Challenges

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The recent process changes for the development of the 2027 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) are welcomed by some and disliked by others.

ACI Publishes Printed Version of ACI CODE-318-25

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The American Concrete Institute announced that the printed version of ACI CODE-318-25: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary is now available.

PCI Announces Release of New Precast Concrete Code with ACI

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI), in collaboration with the American Concrete Institute (ACI), announces the release of ACI/PCI CODE-319-25: Structural Precast Concrete – Code Requirements and Commentary.

VIDEO: Understanding and Applying New Building Envelope Codes

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 23:59:00 -0500

Keith Simon, VP of Design Phase Services at Salas O'Brien, and Stephen Shanks, VP of Commissioning at Salas O'Brien, joined us to discuss their upcoming webinar, "The Evolving Landscape of Commercial Energy Efficiency."

PODCAST: Key Takeaways From the ICC’s Annual Conference

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 23:59:00 -0500

The International Code Council’s annual conference wrapped up recently where experts gathered to discuss the future of building safety. We were joined by Ryan Colker, Vice President of Innovation for the ICC, to talk about this year’s conference, what was on the agenda and what to expect in the coming year from the ICC.

A Q&A on AI's Role in Building Code Compliance

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Michael Schroeder, partner at SGA, spearheads new tech initiatives at the firm so that designers can spend less time on the minutiae. Recently, Michael joined us for a Q&A interview to chat more about AI’s role in building compliance and how his team is implementing it into their practices.

Montana Adopts New Standards to Boost Off-Site Construction

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In a move to support regulatory consistency, Montana has officially adopted the International Code Council (ICC) and Modular Building Institute (MBI) standards 1200 and 1205.

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $90 Million to Accelerate Building Code Adoption

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million in competitive awards to help states, cities, Tribal Nations, and their partners implement updated energy codes for residential and commercial buildings.

Ensuring Building Code Compliance With Advanced Data Analytics

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Complying with the relevant building codes is essential for safe, successful projects of all sizes and types. These real-life examples demonstrate why you and others in your industry should look forward to additional possibilities while examining how to implement use cases like those described here.

PODCAST: The Future of Off-Site Construction

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 23:59:00 -0400

Ryan Colker, Vice President of Innovation at the International Code Council, joined us to chat about the development and impact of standards in ensuring compliance and quality in off-site construction, and how this method can contribute to affordable housing with up to 20% cost savings and 20-50% faster completion times.

PODCAST: Developing ASHRAE/ICC Standard 240

lewisl@bnpmedia.com (Lindsay Lewis) — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 15:29:17 -0400

Building Enclosure was joined by Ryan Colker, Vice President of Innovation for the International Code Council. Ryan is here to talk about how the ICC and ASHRAE have joined in the development of a standard to assess carbon emissions across the entire building life cycle.

PODCAST: ASHRAE 90.1 Code Changes

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:28:10 -0400

Building Enclosure was joined by Benjamin Meyer, the Building Enclosure Business Director with Siplast. Ben is here to talk about the 2022 changes to ASHRAE 90.1.

SPRI to Canvass MPO-1 Comparative Pull-Over Strength Test Standard

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI announced that it is partnering with FM Approvals to create a new standard “Test Standard for Comparative Pull-Over Strengths of Membrane Fastening Systems and Waterproofing Membrane Materials Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems where Stress Plates are Used for Waterproofing Membrane Securement.”

SPRI Announces Updated ES-1 Standard Now Available

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI Announced that it has completed the process of reviewing the ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 “Test Standard for Edge Systems Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems.”

SPRI Helps Build Consenus for New Code Language

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The 2024 edition of the International Building Code, will include new language that clarifies how Lightening Protection Systems (LPS) are secured to commercial roof assemblies, roof coverings, metal edge systems, and gutters.

Instant Access to NFPA Codes and Standards

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400

NFPA LiNK is an application-based platform containing real-time code information and expert commentary. Subscribers can add personalized notes, in addition to bookmarking and sharing specific sections of code.

SPRI to Re-canvass Two Standards

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI, the association representing sheet membrane and component suppliers to the commercial roofing industry, is reviewing and re-canvassing two key technical document for re-approval as American National Standards.

ICC Supports Legislation to Protect Copyright for Life Safety Codes

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The bipartisan bill seeks to preserve development of codes and standards that promote community resilience, advance sustainability and protect public safety.

ICC, National Renewable Energy Laboratory Join Forces to Support Clean Energy Technologies

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

The International Code Council and the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory have combined efforts to assess the code compliance of the permitting specifications for clean energy technologies and battery storage systems for integration into the Solar Automated Permit Processing Platform.

Franklin Legal Publishing and Code Publishing Company Join General Code

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

This union will provide expanded product offerings and digital solutions to code officials, municipal planners and zoning officials.

Building Safety Month 2022 is Safety for All: Codes in Action

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

The International Code Council’s 42nd annual awareness campaign about building safety features free resources and events for the public.

Three Days Until the 2021 ICC Annual Conference & Hearings

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The countdown continues as building safety professionals come together to discuss the 2024 I-Codes.

ICC Kicks off the 2021 Committee Action Hearings

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

For the first time in the organization’s history, the spring code hearings will be conducted virtually.

ICC to Host Fall Conference and Code Hearings in Pittsburgh

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

This year’s event will be held in person in September with some virtual offerings.

Adapting Building Codes to Changing Weather Risks

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400

As a first line of defense, building codes and standards are fundamental in assuring that buildings support the health, safety, and welfare of communities, including protecting life during hazardous events

ICC Announces Spring Education Event: ICC Learn Live

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In the four-day digital event, the Code Council will host sessions and panel discussions about important topics in global building safety.

ASHRAE, ICC Release International Green Construction Code User’s Manual

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0400

The manual supports building safety professionals in applying the provisions in the 2018 version of the code to promote sustainable construction.

Two New International Code Council Online Code Tools Now Available

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500

These free tools offer detailed information about global building code usage and U.S. adoptions.