International Building Code Archives

Architects and investors meeting at the construction site for Special Inspections to ensure compliance to the International building Code.

Special Inspections Accreditation Meaning

June 22, 2023June 26, 2023Alexandra Schirn and Paul Matera

Special Inspection is required for specific types of construction work, as defined in Chapter 17 of the International Building Code (IBC). Typically, building components involve professional […]

Rain accumulating on roof (ponding) in darkness and in need of ASCE-SEI 7-2022 drainage.

Rain Loads: Design Guidance in ASCE/SEI 7-2022

January 5, 2022January 11, 2023Brad Kelechava

A single droplet of rain means no true threat, and similarly, rainfall, at ordinary intensities, is rarely a cause for immobilizing concern. However, by weighing […]

Many buildings in the Chicago skyline following the 2021 International Building Code (IBC).

2021 International Building Code (ICC IBC-2021)

April 27, 2021January 17, 2023Brad Kelechava

The International Building Code (IBC) either is in use or adopted in all 50 states of the United States of America, as well as the District of […]