Tag Archives: Building Codes

Reroof or re-cover?

December 2, 2020

Two options can be considered when a new roof is needed on an existing building: completely remove and replace all existing roofing materials (replacement), or install a new one over the existing roof (re-cover).

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Implementing I-codes could save $600B by 2060, projects FEMA

November 24, 2020

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released its landmark study, “Building Codes Save: A National Study,” featuring an in-depth look at the quantified benefits—avoided losses to buildings and building contents—from adopting modern building codes and standards.

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ICC 2021 plumbing and mechanical codes now available

February 12, 2020

The International Code Council (ICC) has released its 2021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) and International Mechanical Code (IMC).

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Shipping containers can be used in commercial construction: 2021 IBC

February 26, 2019

The International Code Council (ICC) has ratified a change to the 2021 International Building Code (IBC) to allow shipping containers compliant with the International Standards Organization (ISO) to be used in commercial construction.

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ICC releases resilience benchmarks for buildings

January 14, 2019

Earlier this month, the International Code Council (ICC) and the Alliance for National and Community Resilience (ANCR) released a pilot document on community resilience benchmarks for buildings. It focuses on providing a mechanism to evaluate a facility’s current state of resilience and a guide for possible improvements.

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