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Australia Model Building Codes

• Australia ABCB Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) GPO Box 2013 Canberra ACT 2601 Australia Email: ncc@abcb.gov.au Tel: 1300 134 631 Website: http://www.abcb.gov.au/
• Australia National Construction Code, NCC 2016: Website: http://www.abcb.gov.au/Resources/Publications/NCC/NCC-2016-Complete-Series offers a login to download a zipped file of the NCC itself. You will have to register first at http://www.abcb.gov.au/User/Register
  
  The 2016 NCC was adopted by the Australian states and territories on 1 May 2016.
  Website excerpts:
  
  NCC 2016, Complete Series contains NCC 2016 Volumes One, Two, Three, The Guide and the Consolidated Performance Requirements. The series is a uniform set of technical provisions for the design and construction of buildings and other structures throughout Australia, which allows for variations in climate and geological or geographic conditions.
  
  The National Construction Code (NCC) provides the minimum necessary requirements for safety, health, amenity and sustainability in the design and construction of new buildings (and new building work in existing buildings) throughout Australia
• . It is a uniform set of technical provisions for building work and plumbing and drainage installations throughout Australia whilst allowing for variations in climate and geological or geographic conditions.
  
  The NCC is an initiative of the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) developed to incorporate all on-site construction requirements into a single code. The NCC is comprised of the Building Code of Australia (BCA), Volume One and Two; and the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA), Volume Three.

Canada Model Building Codes

Canadian building codes

• CABLE GUARDRAILS in CANADA [PDF] - BCC Ruling No. 16­26­1454 on cable railings in Canada, retrieved 2018/10/20, original source: www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page16639.aspx
  
  In Canada, a building permit is required when constructing new or when renovating the structure of any existing porch or deck that is 24” high or greater above finished grade.
• Question: Canadian NBC / BC code for 1990 stair (riser and tread) code requirements.

  2019/08/27 Daniel said:
  
  I'm looking to find the Canadian NBC / BC code for 1990 stair (riser and tread) code requirements.
  
  If there is a historical (code) resource that anyone knows of that would be great. Thanks you!
  
  Reply: where to buy historical editions of Canadian building codes, 1941-1998
  
  Daniel
  
  See
  

• The current 2015 Canadian model stair code from NRC Canada is available at www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/solutions/advisory/codes_centre/presentations/2010/stairs.html
  
  and in a live link below we provide comments and excerpts from the 2015 Canadian NRC Stair Code.

• Earlier Canadian building code adoptions are dated as follows:
  
  The first National Building Code of Canada (NBC) was published in 1941; subsequent editions were published in 1953, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1977, 1980, 1985, 1990 and 1995.

• You can probably buy a copy of the earlier 1990 code by contacting
  
  
  Email: codes@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca Telephone: 1-613-993-9960 Fax: 1-613-952-4040 Mail: Codes Canada National Research Council Canada 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-20 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6

• Or you can order (if available) these earlier Canadian building code editions directly, online, in one volume at

  nrc.canada.ca/en/certifications-evaluations-standards/codes-canada/codes-canada-publications/historical-editions-codes-canada-publications-1941-1998
  
  The Historical Editions of Codes Canada publications on-line is a single collection of the English and French editions of all Code documents published between 1941 and 1998. The first National Building Code of Canada (NBC) was published in 1941;
  
  subsequent editions were published in 1953, 1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1977, 1980, 1985, 1990 and 1995.
  
  The first National Fire Code of Canada was published in 1963; subsequent editions were published in 1975, 1977, 1980, 1985, 1990 and 1995.
  
  Plumbing requirements were included in all editions of the NBC up until 1970 when they were published as a separate Code. The first National Farm Building Code of Canada (NFBC) was published in 1960.
  
  Subsequent editions were published in 1965, 1970, 1975, 1977, 1983, 1990, and 1995. The Model National Energy Codes for Buildings and Houses were published in 1997..

• Barrie Canada DECK SPECIFICATIONS [PDF] retrieved 2018/10/23, original source: https://www.barrie.ca/Living/Housing-and-Property/renovations-and-projects/Documents/Deck-Specifications.pdf
• BRITISH COLUMBIA DECK & BALCONY BUILDING GUIDE [PDF] BC Housing, retrieved 2018/10/23, original source: https://boabc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/IG-Building-Safe-Durable-Decks-Balconies.pdf
  Note: Cable Railings do not appear in this guide
  
  National Building Code of Canada (2015) STANDARD by National Research Council Canada, 2015 can be purchased at https://www.techstreet.com/standards/nrc-canadian-building-code?product_id=1915849
  Excerpt:
  
  The National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC), published by NRC and developed by the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes, sets out technical provisions for the design and construction of new buildings. It also applies to the alteration, change of use and demolition of existing buildings. Over 360 technical changes have been incorporated in this new edition.
• BRITISH COLUMBIA STAIR CODE for BC Canada [PDF] (2015)
• CANADIAN STAIR CODE DETAILS (2015) [PDF] notes on key stair code details for Canada, excerpted from various sources
• Canadian Stair Codes, model national codes from National Research Council, Canada (NRC Canada), retrieved 2020/02/17 original source: https://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/solutions/advisory/codes_centre/presentations/2010/stairs.html
• ONTARIO BUILDING CODE ACT 2018 [PDF] fulltext
• ONTARIO BUILDING CODE REGULATION 350 06 2014 [PDF] complete building code
• ONTARIO BUILDING CODE REGULATION 350 06 2012 [PDF] complete building code
• Ontario STAIR CODES - see http://www.buildingcode.online/436.html
• Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes, NRC Construction, National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0R6
  Website: http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/solutions/advisory/codes_centre/commission.html
  
  Website Excerpt: Established by the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) develops and maintains Canada's National Model Construction Codes.
• CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code
• MOULD STANDARDS CANADA
• National Research Council Canada provides copies of the Canadian Building Code
• National Building Code of Canada (2015) can be ordered by email, fax, or regular mail - see http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/publications/codes_centre/2015_national_building_code.html
  
  Website excerpt:The National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC), published by NRC and developed by the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes, sets out technical provisions for the design and construction of new buildings
  
  . It also applies to the alteration, change of use and demolition of existing buildings. Over 360 technical changes have been incorporated in this new edition.
• National Fire Code of Canada 2015
• National Plumbing Code of Canada 2015
• National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2015
• OIL TANK REGULATIONS Canadian & U.S. Regulations for installation, clearances, piping, reporting leaks
• Yukon STAIR CODES [PDF] retrieved 2020/0/17 original source: http://www.community.gov.yk.ca/pdf/2015_Advisory2__Part_9_Buildings_Stairs_Handrails_Guards.pdf

IEC EU Model Building Codes, ISO & IEC St5andards

• EN Eurocodes:
  Website Excerpt: The EN Eurocodes are a series of 10 European Standards, EN 1990 - EN 1999, providing a common approach for the design of buildings and other civil engineering works and construction products.
  
  They are the recommended means of giving a presumption of conformity with the basic requirements of the Construction Products Regulation for construction works and products that bear the CE Marking, as well as the preferred reference for technical specifications in public contracts.
• Regulation (Eu) No 305/2011 Of The European Parliament And Of The Council of 9 March 2011 [PDF] laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing Council Directive 89/106/EEC - access at http://eurocodes.jrc.ec.europa.eu/
• International Organization for Standardization ISO Central Secretariat, Ch. de Blandonnet 8, Case Postale 401, CH – 1214 Vernier, Geneva, Switzerland, Website: iso.org
  Website Excerpt: The IEC and ISO are both independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit organizations that develop and publish fully consensus-based International Standards.
• International Electrotechnical Commission IEC Central Office 3, rue de Varembé P.O. Box 131 CH – 1211 Geneva 20 Switzerland Website: iec.ch

India Model Building Codes

• National Building Code of India - Bureau of Standards (NBC 2016) BIS Headquarter Manak Bhavan 9 Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi-110002,India Tel : +91 11 23230131, 23233375, 23239402 (10 lines) Fax : +91 11 23234062, 23239399, 23239382 After office hours : +91 11 23215936 Email : info@bis.gov.in Website: www.bis.gov.in Website: http://bis.org.in/sf/nbc.asp
  
  Website Excerpt: The National Building Code of India (NBC), a comprehensive building Code, is a national instrument providing guidelines for regulating the building construction activities across the country.
  
  It serves as a Model Code for adoption by all agencies involved in building construction works be they Public Works Departments, other government construction departments, local bodies or private construction agencies.
  
  The Code mainly contains administrative regulations, development control rules and general building requirements; fire safety requirements; stipulations regarding materials, structural design and construction (including safety); building and plumbing services; approach to sustainability; and asset and facility management.

UK Model Building Codes

• 2010 UK Building Regulations, Combustion appliances and fuel storage systems J, [PDF]
• 2010 No. 2214 BUILDING AND BUILDINGS, ENGLAND AND WALES The Building Regulations 2010 [PDF] retrieved 2017/07/14, original source: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/2214/pdfs/uksi_20102214_en.pdf
• UK Government, general website gov.uk
• The Building Regulations &c. (Amendment) Regulations 2016
• BRITISH STANDARD BS 5440 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION CLEARANCES MAINTENANCE [PDF] (2000) Installation and maintenance of flues and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and
  3rd family gases) — Part 1: Specification for installation and maintenance of flues
• BRITISH CHIMNEY CLEARANCE DISTANCES SUMMARY [PDF]
• DISTRICT HEATING MANUAL for LONDON [PDF] Greater London Authority February 2013 Issue No 1, Revision 0 Greater London Authority City Hall The Queen’s Walk More London London SE1 2AA www.london.gov.uk enquiries 020 7983 4100 minicom 020 7983 4458
  Excerpt:
  
  This DH Manual is intended to be a practical, accessible and consistent guidance document. It is not intended to supersede other published technical standards or good practice guides, but its use is recommended for all projects supported by the Mayor’s Decentralised Energy for London programme (so far as appropriate) and is commended to London boroughs, the public and private sector developers and the DE industry as a whole.
• IRELAND (Northern Ireland) STAIR GUARD LANDING RAMP CODE [PDF] ret. 2018/11/23, original source: http://www.buildingcontrol-ni.com/assets/pdf/H2006.pdf
• IRELAND BUILDING REGULATIONS, Technical Guidance Document J HEAT PRODUCING APPLIANCES [PDF] (2005)
• National Grid UK, Tel: 0800 688 588, Website: https://www.nationalgrid.com/uk Email: plantprotection@cadentgas.com


• Scotland & Wales Building Codes [citation needed]
• U.K. OFF-GRID SEPTIC REGULATIONS & SEWAGE SYSTEMS
• U.K. STAIR CODE [PDF]

United States Model Building Codes

Existing Building Codes IEBC

Residential & International Building Codes IBC ICC IRC IMC

ICC International Code Council, provides access to the building codes including the International Building Code IBC, International Residential Code IRC, International Fire Code IFC, International Plumbing Code IPC, International Mechanical Code IMC, International Fuel Gas Code IFGC, International Private Sewage Disposal Code IPSDC, International Energy Conservation Code IECC, International Existing Building Code IEBC, International Property Maintenance Code IPMC, ICC Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities ICCPC, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code ISPSC, International Wildland-Urban Interface COde IWUIC, International Zoning Code IZC, International Green Construction Code IgCC. Or the complete collectaion can be purchased as a set. See https://shop.iccsafe.org

• 2015 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE IBC [PDF] (2015) Bellevue WA full text


• 2012 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE IBC [PDF] Full Text, from https://ia600609.us.archive.org/9/items/gov.law.icc.ibc.2012/icc.ibc.2012.pdf
• 2010 IBC CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE Title 24 Part 2 Vol 1 of 2 (2010) [PDF] effective 2011, based on the 2009 International Building Code, California Building Standards Commission, California Building Standards Commission 2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130 Sacramento, CA 95833-2936
  
  
  
• 2009 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE IBC [PDF] Full Text, entire code, from the International Code Council (ICC) from the U.S. state of Washington's copy. Compressed, no data loss, for faster downloading.
  
  
  
• 2018 IRC INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE [PDF] as adopted by Missouri
  
• 2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE for ONE- and TWO-FAMILY DWELLINGS, as adopted by McKenzie County, 201 5th Street NW, Watford City, ND 58854 USA Tel: 701-444-3616 retrieved 2019/10/25 original source: https://county.mckenziecounty.net/usrfiles/2015_International_Residential_Code-redeuced.pdf
• 2015 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE IRC ICC [PDF] as adopted by Bellvue WA
• 2012 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® ICC IRC for One- and Two- Family Dwellings, 2012 [PDF] [17 MB] Retrieved 2016/09/17 original source: online ref for IRC 2012 version https://learnframing.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/IRC.pdf (the 2012 version)
  
  International Residential Code (IRC), for One and Two Family Dwellings, 2012 (First Printing) Home Page: http://publicecodes.citation.com/icod/irc/index.htm Citation Page:http://publicecodes.citation.com/icod/irc/2012/icod_irc_2012_31_sec003.htm
  
• IRC, (2012) International Residential Code, Foundations, Chapter 7, Wall Covering [PDF]
  
  
• 2009 ICC IRC INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (2009) ICC [PDF] complete
• 2006 ICC IRC INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE® ICC For One- and Two- Family Dwellings, 2006, [PDF] [51MB] Retrieved 2016/09/17 original source: online ref for ICC_IRC (2006) https://law.resource.org/pub/us/code/ibr/icc.irc.2006.pdf (appendix E)
• 2006 IRC VISUAL INTERPRETATION of the 2006 International Residential Code®, retrieved 2017/04/03, original source: http://www.qis-tx.com/documents/stair.installation.guidelines.pdf

United States Model Building Code Agencies

Specific U.S. Jurisdictional State or City Building Codes & Standards

• ARIZONA FIRE CODE - INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE 2015 [PDF]
• AUSTIN TX MINIMUM LIFE SAFETY GUIDELINES (includes stairway details) [PDF], retrieved 2017/0-4/03, original source: https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Planning/Rules/backup15_04.pdf
• CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE 2016 Title 24 Part 9 [PDF] based on the 2015 Internatinal Fire Code, California Building Standards Commission
• 2016 California, Title 24, Part 5, Chapter 16A, Part I - Non potable Water Reuse System, [PDF] California Graywater Re-Use Code, retrieved 2017/08/02, original source: https://www.documents.dgs.ca.gov/bsc/2016InterCycle/1-Precycle%20Activities/AB-2282Workshop3/BSC-ET-Pt5-AB-2282.pdf
• 2007 CPC, Title 24, Part 5, Chapter 16A, Part I - Non potable Water Reuse System, [PDF] California Graywater Re-Use Code, retrieved 2017/08/02, original source: http://www.hcd.ca.gov/building-standards/building-code/docs/Preface_ET_Emergency_Graywater.pdf
• CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE 2016 [PDF] Title 24, Part 11, California Building Standards Commission
• California Office of State Fire Marshal, "FINAL REAONS for PROPOSED BUILDING STANDARDS" of the Office of the State Fire Marshal regarding the adoption by reference of the 2009 Edition of the International Building Code (IBC) with amendments into the 2010 California Building Code (CBC) California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 2 [PDF
• California Code, WOOD SEPARATION FROM EARTH [PDF], 2013 California Buidling Code Section 2304.11.2 retrived 2018\08/08, original source https://www.fremont.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7158/WOOD-SEPARATION-FROM-EARTH?bidId=
• California CODE of REGULATIONS TITLE 8, Section 3209. STANDARD GUARDRAILS, CA Department of Industrial Relations, [Does not mention the word "cable"] Retrieved 2017/08/28, original source:
• CABLE RAILING REQUIREMENTS 2007 California Building Code, Section 1013.3 Technical Bulletin, [PDF], PERMIT AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT 2550 Ventura Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 USA, Tel: 707-565-1900, Retrieved 2017/08/28, original source: California State Government
• COLORADO APPROVED BUILDING CODES [PDF] - Colorado Government, original source https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/osa/bldgcodes 2019/01/28
• DALLAS TX BUILDING CODE ORD 29164(2013) [PDF]
• DALLAS TX BUILDING CODE ORD 29161 (2013) based on the 2012 IRC [PDF]
• FLORIDA STAIR & RAILING CODE - web article, codes, citations
• HUD, FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook, Title II Insured Housing Programs Forward Mortages, 203(k) consultant p. 5 (08/29/2014), retrieved 2018/02/17, original source: https://www.hud.gov/sites/documents/SFH_POLI_203K_CSL.PDF
• HUD REHAB GUIDE for ROOF COVERING, FELT, SHEATHING, [PDF] PATH Suite B 133 451 Seventh Street SW. Washington, DC 20410 202–708–4250 (fax) e-mail: pathnet@pathnet.org website: www.pathnet.org, retrieved 2018/02/17, original source: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/publications/roofs.pdf
• ILLINOIS BUILDING CODE CHAPTER 18-28 MECHANICAL SYSTEMS [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12 Published by Order of the City Council, 1990 Current through Council Journal of December 13, 2017 Published by: American Legal Publishing Corporation One West Fourth Street, Third Floor Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Tel: (800) 445-5588 Fax: (513) 763-3562 Internet: http://www.amlegal.com original source: http://library.amlegal.com/nxt/gateway.dll/Illinois/chicago_il/municipalcodeofchicago?f=templates$fn=default.htm$3.0$vid=amlegal:chicago_il
• ILLINOIS BUILDING CODE CHAPTER 18-29 PLUMBING SYSTEMS [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12
• ILLINOIS BUILDING CODE CHAPTER 14-E ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12
• ILLINOIS BUILDING CODE CHAPTER 13-160 EXIT REQUIREMENTS [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12 Stairs, Steps, Rails, Guardrails
• KENTUCKY BUILDING CODE 2013 [PDF], retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://dhbc.ky.gov/Documents/2013 KBC 2nd Edition (February 2014) - 4.8.2014.pdf
• Minnesota, AUSTIN MN STAIR CODE, USA [PDF], City of Austin, 500 Fourth Ave. NE, Austin, Minnesota 55912-3773, Building Department (01/25/2008), Tel: 507-437-9950, retrieved 2017/0-4/03, original source: http://www.ci.austin.mn.us/Engineering/Building%20Dept%20Handouts/Stairs%20&%20%20Handrais.pdf
• New Jersey: INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC) CHAPTER 23 WOOD [PDF] (2006) retrieved 2018/08/29 original source: http://conradlumberco.com/pdfs/TreatedWood2006IBC.pdf
  
  also found in full-text in 2009 ICC IRC INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (2009) [PDF] complete
• New York City Building Codes [Website] http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/html/reference/code_internet.shtml
• New York City Fire Code, Title 27 / Subchapter 5, Fire Protection Construction Requirement [PDF], discusses the requirements for handling the fire hazard of concealed spaces. Retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/downloads/bldgs_code/bc27s5.pdf
• NEW YORK CITY MECHANICAL CODE (2008) [PDF] adapted from the ICC Mechanical code, Chapter 4, VENTILATION, retrieved 2017/08/01,original source: http://www2.iccsafe.org/states/newyorkcity/Mechanical/PDFs/Chapter%204_Ventilation.pdf
• NEW YORK CITY CODE: INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT [PDF],. Chapter 12, INTERIOR ENVIRONMENT, retrieved 2017/08/01,original source: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/apps/pdf_viewer/ viewer.html?file=2014CC_BC_Chapter_12_Interior_Environment.pdf&section=conscode_2014
  
  1201.1 Scope.The provisions of this chapter shall govern ventilation, temperature control, lighting, yards and courts, sound transmission, room dimensions, surrounding materials and rodent proofing associated with the interior spaces of buildings
• NEW YORK STATE NAIL SALON VENTILATION [PDF] retrieved 2017/08/01 original source: https://www.dos.ny.gov/licensing/appearance /NailSalon%20Technical%20document.%20final.pdf
• NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE - Stair Design Specifications - web article, codes, citations
• NEW YORK STATE HVAC ENERGY CODE REQUIREMENTS [PDF] for Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Code & Specifcations retrieved 2017/08/01, original source: https://www.dos.ny.gov/dcea/pdf/ Energy/RmanHVAC.pdf
• NEW YORK STATE MECHANICAL COMPLIANCE GUIDE [PDF] retrieved 2017/08/01 original source: https://www.dos.ny.gov/dcea/pdf/Energy/IVmechanical.PDF
• NEW YORK STATE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE STAIR DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS [web article]
• NEW YORK STATE Residential exit doors, stairways, landings, handrails and guards, Technical Bulletin interpreting building code [PDF] (2003)
• SOUTH CAROLINA BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE GUIDELINE [PDF] for Calhoun County
• TEXAS RESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL REVIEW, City of Austin, Texas, retrieved 2017/0-4/03, adapting/excerpting from the 2012 International Residential Code with local amendments, original source: http://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Planning/Residential/OFFICIAL_BUILDING_TECHNICAL_REVIEW_HANDOUT.pdf
  Local Amendments - http://www.austintexas.gov/department/building-technical-codes
• Washington State, Stevens WA, COMMONLY USED RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODES, IRC 2009, [PDF] retrieved 2019/05/08 original source: http://www.co.stevens.wa.us/landservices/documents/MECHANICALSECTION.pdf

New Zealand Model Building Codes

• NEW ZEALAND BUILDING ACT 2004, [PDF] reprinted as of 30 May 2017 [PDF], retrieved 2017/07/14, original source: http://www.legislation.govt.nz/act/public/2004/0072/latest/whole.html#DLM306036
• New Zealand BUILDING CODE, BUILDING REGULATIONS 1992: revoked (with regulation 3 and Schedule 1 continued in force), on 31 March 2005, by regulation 8(1) of the Building (Forms) Regulations 2004 (SR 2004/385) and then this version was replaced on 14 June 2017 to make corrections to clauses A1 3.0.2, A1 6.0.1, and A2 of Schedule 1 under section 25(1)(j)(ii) of the Legislation Act 2012. - retrieved 2017/07/14, original source: http://www.legislation.govt.nz/regulation/public/1992/0150/latest/whole.html#DLM162576
  
  Kia ora. The authoritatie source of New Zealand's Acts, Bills & Legislative Instruments. You can read and download any of these for free. Website: http://www.legislation.govt.nz/

Appliance Codes & Regulations

Asbestos Codes & Regulations

Chimney Codes

• 2018 IFC INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE [PDF] (2018) as adopted by the city of Independence MO
• 2015 CHAPTER 5, CHIMNEYS AND VENTS, SECTION 501 (IFGC), [PDF] (2015) Seattle building code, Retrieved 2017/07/22, original source: http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/cs/groups/pan/@pan/documents/web_informational/p2622099.pdf
• 2012 CHAPTER 5, CHIMNEYS AND VENTS, SECTION 501 (IFGC), (2012) Seattle building code, retrived 2017/07/22, original source http://www.seattle.gov/dpd/cs/groups/pan/@pan/documents/web_informational/s047809.pdf
• 2008 IRC Chapter 10, CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES, [PDF] Sections R1001 Masonry FIreplaces, R1002 Masonry Heaters, R1003 Masonry Chimneys, R1004 Factory-Built Fireplaces, R1005 Factory-Built Chimneys, [PDF] as adopted in the Oregon Residential Specialty Code
• 2007 789 CHIMNEYS AND VENTS CMR - Seventh Edition, [PDF] as adopted by Massachusetts
• 2007 Chapter 60 CHIMNEYS, FIREPLACES and SOLID FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCES, Section 6001 MASONRY CHIMNEYS [PDF] Seventh Edition, Massachusetts BUilding Code for One and Two Family Dwellings (780 CMR)
• 2006 ICC MECHANICAL CODE, CHAPTER 8, CHIMNEYS and VENTS [PDF], International Mechanical Code as adopted by Virginia, retrieved 2018/02/12 original source: https://www2.iccsafe.org/states/Virginia/Mechanical/PDFs/Chapter%208_Chimneys%20and%20Vents.pdf
• 2003 IBC INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE CHAPTER 5 CHIMNEYS and VENTS [PDF]
  Scope: 501.1 Scope. This chapter shall govern the installation, maintenance, repair and approval of factory-built chimneys, chimney liners, vents and connectors and the utilization of masonry chimneys serving gas-fired appliances.
  
  The requirements for the installation, maintenance, repair and approval of factory-built chimneys, chimney liners, vents and connectors serving appliances burning fuels other than fuel gas shall be regulated by the International Mechanical Code. The construction, repair, maintenance and approval of masonry chimneys shall be regulated by the International Building Code.
• 2003 IMC COMBUSTION AIR, Chapter 7 International Mechanical Code (2003) [PDF]
• 2003 IRC Chapter 10, CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES, [PDF] Sections R1001 Masonry FIreplaces, R1002 Masonry Heaters, R1003 Masonry Chimneys, R1004 Factory-Built Fireplaces, R1005 Factory-Built Chimneys, [PDF] (2003)
• 2015 IRC Chapter 10, CHIMNEYS AND FIREPLACES, [PDF] as adopted by Seattle, Seattle Residential Code, retrieved 2019/04/27, original source: http://www.seattle.gov/documents/Departments/SDCI/Codes/SeattleResidentialCode/2015SRCChapter10.pdf
• 2003 IRC Chapter 18, CHIMNEYS AND VENTS, [PDF] in the 2003 International Residential Code
• 1991 UNLINED FLUES, UMC Section 913 (3) 1991 [Text file]
• ARTICLE INDEX to CHIMNEYS & FLUES at InspectApdedia.com
• ASTM C1283 15 Standard Practice for Installing Clay Flue Lining, available for purchase at ASTM https://www.astm.org/Standards/C1283.htm
• BRITISH STANDARD BS 5440 CHIMNEY INSTALLATION CLEARANCES MAINTENANCE [PDF] (2000) Installation and maintenance of flues and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and
  3rd family gases) — Part 1: Specification for installation and maintenance of flues
• BRITISH CHIMNEY CLEARANCE DISTANCES SUMMARY [PDF]
• CHIMNEY CODES & STANDARDS - home
• CHIMNEY FLUE SIZE SPECIFICATIONS - home
• CHIMNEY FLUE SIZE SPECIFICATIONS_TABLES C9D
• CHIMNEY FLUE SIZE SPECIFICATIONS_TABLE_C_9_E
• CHIMNEY CODES & STANDARDS
• CHIMNEY HEIGHT & CLEARANCE CODE
• DIRECT VENT GAS APPLIANCE CLEARANCES
• FIRE CLEARANCES, FLUE VENT CONNECTORS
• FIRE CLEARANCES INDOORS - lists codes & standards
• FIRE CLEARANCES for MASONRY CHIMNEYS
• FIRE CLEARANCES, METAL CHIMNEYS
• FIRE CLEARANCES, SINGLE WALL METAL FLUES & VENTS
• FIRE CLEARANCES, SINGLE WALL METAL FLUES & VENTS FAQs
• FIRE CLEARANCES WOOD & COAL STOVES UK codes, US Codes, Other countries
• FIRE STOPPING in BUILDINGS
• FIREPLACE FLUE SIZE SPECIFICATIONS
• FIREPLACE CHIMNEY ROOF CLEARANCE
• FLUE SEPARATION REQUIREMENTS
• GAS APPLIANCE DIRECT VENT CLEARANCES
• GAS APPLIANCE DIRECT VENT CLEARANCE FAQs
• GAS FIREPLACE VENT CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
• HEIGHT REQUIRED for L VENTS & B VENTS
• METAL CHIMNEY FLUE SEPARATION CODES
• NFPA 211 Standard for Chimneys, Fireplaces, Vents, and Solid Fuel–Burning Appliances NFPA [Website] National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy MA 02169, Website: http://www.nfpa.org/
• SINGLE WALL METAL FLUES & VENT FIRE CLEARANCES
• SUPER VENT 2100 & SUPER PRO 2100 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
• TYPE B-VENT CEILING FLOOR WALL CLEARANCES
• TYPE B-VENT ROOFTOP CLEARANCE
• U.S. Underwriters Laboratories Chimney & Vent Standards: below cited from: https://www.ul.com/code-authorities/mechanical-code/ where you will find links to information at UL as well as from various manufacturers:
  
  CHIMNEYS AND VENTS


• Manufacturers of certified products and related information.


• Automatic dampers Products certified to UL 17


• Chimneys, 1400 degree Fahrenheit (UL 2561)


• Chimneys, residential type and building-heating appliance (UL 103)


• Chimneys, Medium-heat appliance (UL 959)


• Chimney and vent connectors and accessories (UL 103, UL 441, UL 641, and UL 1777)


• Chimney liners (UL 1777) Information Manufacturers


• Type B and BW venting systems (UL 441)


• Type L low-temperature venting systems (UL 641)


• Special gas vents for Categories II, III, and IV (UL 1738)


• Gas vent caps and accessories
• Wisconsin SPS-323, HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING code
• WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE ROOF CLEARANCE

Electrical Codes

• AFCIs ARC FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTERS 2008 National Electrical Code Update on AFCIs and GFCIs in homes
• AUSTRALIAN ELECTRICAL CODE: AS/NZS 3000:2007, Standards Australia [PDF] retrieved 2017/07/16, original source: https://www.saiglobal.com/pdftemp/previews/osh/as/as3000/3000/3000-2007.pdf - WIRING RULES (24pp, with full document provided online at https://infostore.saiglobal.com/ )
• Canadian Electrical Code, CE Code, CSA 22.1, published by the Canadian Standards Association describes rules & procedures for electrical equipment installation & maintenance in Canada. First edition : 1927
  CSA Codes & Standards [Website] is at http://www.csagroup.org/codes-standards/
  
  CSA Standards & Codes Store [Website] is at http://shop.csa.ca/en/canada/standards+codes/icat/publications
  
  C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code (2015) [Website] in sections as PDFs and other formats at http://shop.csa.ca/en/canada/electrical/c221-canadian-electrical-code/icat/cec
• CANADA: NMSC Wiring Code, Bulletin 12-19-11 Non-Metallic-Sheathed Cables (NMSC) wiring methods Rules 2-034, 2-300, 4-004, 12-500 to 12-526, 12-3102 and 12-3022(3) (2012) [PDF]
• ELECTRICAL CODE BASICS - web article, additional code citations
• ELECTRICAL WIRING COLOR CODES - web article
 
• Earley, Mark W., & Jeffrey S. Sargent, NFPA 70, NEC 2011 HANDBOOK, [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12, original source: https://ia800503.us.archive.org/4/items/NationalElectricalCode/National%20Electrical%20Code.pdf
• GFCI PROTECTION, GFCI CODES - web article, additional code citations
 
• Earley, Mark W., & Jeffrey S. Sargent, NFPA 70, NEC 2011 HANDBOOK, [PDF] retrieved 2018/04/12, original source: https://ia800503.us.archive.org/4/items/NationalElectricalCode/National%20Electrical%20Code.pdf
• INDIA NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (2011) [Website online copy] SP 30: National Electrical Code Name of Standards Organization: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
  Website excerpt:
  
  Publication date 2011 Usage CC0 1.0 Universal Topics law.resource.org, public.resource.org Collection publicsafetycode; USGovernmentDocuments; additional_collections Language English In order to promote public education and public safety, equal justice for all, a better informed citizenry, the rule of law, world trade and world peace, this legal document is hereby made available on a noncommercial basis, as it is the right of all humans to know and speak the laws that govern them.
• LIGHT BULB & LAMP ABBREVIATIONS & CODES
• NEW ZEALAND ELECTRICAL CODE: AS/NZS 3000:2007, [Website] Standards New Zealand, ( https://www.standards.govt.nz/ ) available for Kiwis at https://shop.standards.govt.nz/catalog/d5685816-9e3a-34d7-82bf-2144fb54d51d/view
  Abstract:
  
  Provides requirements for the selection and installation of electrical equipment, and design and testing of electrical installations, especially with regard to the essential requirements for safety of persons and livestock from physical injury, fire or electric shock.
  
  The presentation of this edition differs from previous editions of AS/NZS 3000 in that the Standard comprises two parts but with both parts bound as one document. Part 1 provides uniform essential elements that constitute the minimum regulatory requirements for a safe electrical installation. Part 2 provides installation practices that achieve certainty of compliance with the essential safety requirements of Part 1.
• RECESSED LIGHT CLEARANCES - web article
• UK Electrical standards and approved codes of practice [Website] http://www.hse.gov.uk/electricity/standards.htm includes UK Electrical Code, BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations, IET Wiring Regulations "The Regs"
• UK ELECTRICAL STANDARDS BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations, IET Wiring Regulations "The Regs" (2008) [PDF] incorporates amendment (2011) retrieved 2017/07/16, original source: http://www.thailandlift.org/documents/BS7671-2008.pdf

U.S. NEC National Electrical Code - where to find a copy

• NFPA 70: National Electrical Code 2017 Edition, is available from the NFPA - http://catalog.nfpa.org/NFPA-70-National-Electrical-Code-NEC-Softbound-2017-Edition-P16529.aspx but keep in mind that in the U.S. your local jurisdiction may be operating under an earlier edition of the NEC.
  
  NFPA Home Page - National Electrical Code and other resources [Website]
• Full Text of the US NEC is available from the NFPA at http://catalog.nfpa.org/NEC-Online-C3776.aspx ($199.00 / year) and older versions of the NEC also can be examined online free at https://archive.org/stream/NationalElectricalCode/National%20Electrical%20Code_djvu.txt
• 2008 NEC FULL TEXT as adopted by the U.S. state of Wyoming [PDF] - large file

Energy Codes, Guides, Standards

• 2010 IGCC INTERNATIONAL GREEN CONSTRUCTION CODE™ ASHRAE/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2009 (2010) [PDF] public version 2.0
• ASHRAE Standard 90.1, (2016) Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, available from ASHRAE at this website: https://www.ashrae.org/resources--publications/bookstore/standard-90-1 ($140) - Commercial buiolding energy code
• The residential building energy code development process is administered by the International Code Council (ICC). See this website: https://www.iccsafe.org
• RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS ENERGY CODE SUMMARY - US State of Iowa [PDF] retrieved 2017/07/14, original source: http://www.dps.state.ia.us/fm/building/energy/PDF/Iowa_Residential_Energy_Code_Summary_2012.pdf
• ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1 (2013), Determination of Energy Savings: Quantitative Analysis[PDF] U.S. Department of Energy, PNNL-23479
  Website: https://www.energycodes.gov/sites/default/files/documents/901-2013_finalCommercialDeterminationQuantitativeAnalysis_TSD.pdf
• International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
• ENERGY CODE, U.S. Department of Energy, Website: https://www.energycodes.gov/
  Website Excerpt:
  
  The Building Energy Codes Program (BECP) mission is to support building energy code development, adoption, implementation and enforcement processes to achieve the maximum practicable, cost-effective improvements in energy efficiency while providing safe, healthy buildings for occupants.
  
  The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is directed to participate in industry processes to develop model building energy codes, issue determinations as to whether updated codes result in energy savings, and provide technical assistance to states to implement and comply with the codes.
• ENERGY DESIGN GUIDE for Medium Box Retail, Technical Report NREL/TP-550-42828 (2008) [PDF]
• ENERGY DESIGN GUIDE for Grocery Stores, Technical Report NREL/TP-550-42829 (2008) [PDF]
• HEATING, VENTILATION, & AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) ENERGY CODE REQUIREMENTS, New York, retrieved 2018/03/23, original source: https://www.dos.ny.gov/dcea/pdf/Energy/RmanHVAC.pdf
• SMALL WIND ELECTRICL SYSTEMS Consumer's Guide US Pennsylvania [PDF] U.S. Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
• WASHINGTON STATE COMMERCIAL ENERGY CODE [PDF] (2015) Washington state has adopted (and amended its version of) the 2012 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code Commercial Provisions, the 2012 IECC model code. Retrieved 2017/11/05, original source: https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/apps/SBCC/File.ashx?cid=6195
• WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENTIAL ENERGY CODE [PDF] (2015) Washington state has adopted (and amended its version of) the 2012 edition of the International Energy Conservation Code Residential Provisions, the 2012 IECC model code. Retrieved 2017/11/05, original source: https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/apps/SBCC/File.ashx?cid=6303

Environment, Building Codes, Standards

• ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS at BUILDINGS - topic home page
• BUILDING MATERIALS: PRODUCT EMISSION & COMBUSTION HAZARDS, Kathleen Hess-Kosa [Book Review]
• CARBON MONOXIDE GAS exposure effects on humans, sources, safety, treatment
• DRINKING WATER TESTS, CONTAMINANTS, CORRECTION - all topics
• ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS in the WORKPLACE
• ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS at BUILDINGS - home
• ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS, New Jersey
• FIBERGLASS INSULATION EXPOSURE LIMITS
• FORMALDEHYDE GAS EXPOSURE LIMITS exposure effects, limits, standards
• GAS EXPOSURE LIMITS - what are the allowable toxic gas exposure levels? OSHA, NIOSH, etc.
• GAS EXPOSURE LIMITS & STANDARDS - at what level is exposure to a particular gas considered hazardous or toxic?
• PROTECT YOUR FAMILY FROM LEAD in YOUR HOME U.S. CPSC publication with additional links and resource references
• MOLD EXPOSURE STANDARDS
• MOLD EXPOSURE STANDARDS FAQs
• MOULD STANDARDS CANADA
• NON-REGULATED PARTICULATES - what exposure standards or limits should we consider
• RADON GAS HAZARDS U.S. EPA Radon level maps

Exteriors of Buildings

Articles & Building Codes & Standards for Clearance Distance Between Siding & Ground

• ASTM E2112, Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows, Doors and Skylights includes flashing details important for vinyl and other siding installations
• California Code, WOOD SEPARATION FROM EARTH [PDF], 2013 California Buidling Code Section 2304.11.2 retrived 2018\08/08, original source https://www.fremont.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7158/WOOD-SEPARATION-FROM-EARTH?bidId=
• BRICK VENEER WALL DAMAGE ASSESSMENT photos of buried siding problems
• BUILDING SIDING in GROUND CONTACT buckled aluminum siding confirms insect damage or rot & structural damage - where we found structural damage traced to siding having been buried, including rotted crushed sills
• Freemont California Code, WOOD SEPARATION FROM EARTH [PDF], 2013 California Building Code Section 2304.11.2 retrived 2018\08/08, original source https://www.fremont.gov/DocumentCenter/View/7158/WOOD-SEPARATION-FROM-EARTH?bidId=
• INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC) CHAPTER 8, SOILS AND FOUNDATIONS [PDF] (2004) as adopted by Oregon's Specialty Code,
• INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC) CHAPTER 23 WOOD [PDF] (2006) retrieved 2018/08/29 original source: http://conradlumberco.com/pdfs/TreatedWood2006IBC.pdf
• INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (IBC) CHAPTER 23 WOOD (2006) [PDF] as adopted by New Jersey
• IRC SECTION 319 PROTECTION AGAINST DECAY [PDF] full text download
• James Hardie, "HARDIEPLANK® LAP SIDING PRODUCT DESCRIPTION, INSTALLATION of HARDIEPLANK LAP SIDING", [PDF], (May 2016), JamesHardie Building Products, www.jameshardie.com, retrieved 2017/09/13, original source https://www.jameshardie.com/d2w/best-practices/hardieplank-hz5-us-en.pdf
• LOG CONSTRUCTION more photos of buried siding problems & risks
• New Jersey: International Building Code IBC IRC CHAPTER 23 WOOD (2006) Sections 2301-2308 [PDF] as adopted by New Jersey - found also in this full-text 2009 ICC IRC INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE (2009) [PDF]
• PROTECTION BOLLARDS for MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
• SIDING, ALUMINUM
• SIDING BEST PRACTICES GUIDE - James Hardie [PDF] Version 8.3 (May 2016) especially p. 20
• SIDING BEST PRACTICES GUIDE, JAMES HARDIE [PDF] Version 8.3.1 (July 2016) - updated
• SIDING CLEARANCE TO GROUND- Insect Risk [you are on this page
• SIDING, FIBER CEMENT GAP & CAULK SPECS includes a requirement to keep fiber cement siding at least 6-inches above ground-level
• VINYL SIDING INSPECTION & REPAIR
• Vinyl Siding Installation Manual, [PDF] The Vinyl Siding Institute, Website: http://www.vinylsiding.org/Email: vsi@vinylsiding.org, - retrieved 9 Feb 2015, original source: http://www.vinylsiding.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/I1_Vinyl_Siding_Installation_Manual_English.pdf

Fire Codes & Fire Sprinkler or Fire Suppression Codes

• See CHIMNEYS - codes list
• CPSC Home Fire Safety CHECKLIST [PDF]
• See ELECTRICAL - codes list
• FIRE CLEARANCES, WOOD COAL & PELLET STOVES - web article giving codes & code citations
• FIRE CLEARANCES INDOORS
• FIRE CODES, NFPA - see NFPA Home Page - National Electrical Code and other resources [Website]
• FIRE PROTECTION FOR FOAM BOARD INSULATION
• FIRE SPRINKLER GUIDE to FIRE SPRINKLERS in the IBC 2015 Ed. [PDF] National Fire Sprinkler Association retrieved 2018/08/29, original source: https://nfsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Fire-Sprinkler-Guide-IBC-2015.pdf
• FURNACE CLEARANCE DISTANCES - web article giving codes & code citations
• INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, IBC CHAPTER 7 FIRE AND SMOKE PROTECTION FEATURES, [PDF] retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: Texas: https://up.codes/viewer/texas/int_building_code_2015/chapter/7/fire-and-smoke-protection-features#7
• National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54
• National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54, ANSI Z223.1 (2018) available from www.nfpa.org
• NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE (2006) [PDF] Full Text as adopted by the U.S. State of Maine
• NFPA 90A Section 4.3.1 AIR DISTRIBUTION [PDF]
• SOUTH CAROLINA Title 5 Municipal Corporations CHAPTER 25 Building Codes and Fire Prevention [PDF]
• UTAH FIRE PREVENTION CODE [PDF] Title 15A. State Construction and Fire Codes Act, retrieved 2018/06/01,original source: https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title15A/C15A_1800010118000101.pdf
• Washington State Amendments to the 2015 INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE [PDF]
• CONCEALED ROOF STRUCTURES [PDF], GAPS Guidelines, Global Asset Protection Services LLC, GAP .2.1.6, retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://xlcatlin.com/~/ media/gaps/216____0.pdf
• Dunn, Vincent. Safety and survival on the fireground. Fire Engineering Books, 2015.
• Dunn, Vincent. Command and control of fires and emergencies. PennWell Books, 1999.
• Dunn, Vincent, STRUCTURAL FIRE SPREAD [PDF], Website: VincentDunn.com, Email: vincentdunn@live.com retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://vincentdunn.com/dunn/newsletters/april/FDNYHP_12.html
• Fire Protection of Concealed Spaces - Cavities [PDF], PAROC Corporation, retrieved 2017/10/28, Paroc Group Oyj Energiakuja 3 P.O. Box 240, FI-00181 Helsinki, Finland Phone +358 46 876 8000 original source: http://www.paroc.com/applications/fire/concealed-spaces-cavities
• Kentucky Building Code, SECTION 718 CONCEALED SPACES contained in the 2013 KENTUCKY BUILDING CODE [PDF], retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://dhbc.ky.gov/Documents/2013 KBC 2nd Edition (February 2014) - 4.8.2014.pdf
• Klaus, Matt, "Sprinkler [omissions] - Not every space in a structure is required to be protected by sprinklers-and NFPA 13 is very clear on what those spaces need to remain unprotected" NFPA Joournal®, November/December 2011 Retrieved 2017/10/28,original source: http://www.nfpa.org/News-and-Research/Publications/ NFPA-Journal/2011/ November-December-2011/ Features/NFPA-13-and-Permissible-Sprinkler-Omissions
• New York City Fire Code, Title 27 / Subchapter 5, Fire Protection Construction Requirement [PDF], discusses the requirements for handling the fire hazard of concealed spaces. Retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dob/downloads/bldgs_code/bc27s5.pdf
  
  Excerpt:
  §[C26-504.7] 27-345 Firestopping.- Concealed spaces within partitions, walls, floors, roofs, stairs, furring, pipe spaces, column enclosures, etc. that would permit passage of flame, smoke, fumes, or hot gases from one floor to another floor or roof space, or from one concealed area to another, shall be firestopped to form an effective draft barrier, or shall be filled with noncombustible material in accordance with the requirements of this section.
  
  Firestopping shall not be required where a concealed space is sprinklered in accordance with the construction provisions of subchapter seventeen of this chapter, or is constructed as a shaft.
  
  (a) Firestopping materials.- In buildings of construction group I, firestopping or fill shall be of noncombustible material that can be shaped, fitted, and permanently secured in position.
  
  In buildings of construction group II, firestopping may be of combustible material consisting of wood not less than two inches nominal thickness with tight joints, two layers of one inch nominal thickness assembled so that there are no through joints or of onehalf inch exterior type plywood with joints backed, except that noncombustible firestopping shall be used in concealed spaces of fire divisions and where in contact with fireplaces, flues, and chimneys.
  
  Noncombustible firestopping may be masonry set in mortar, concrete, three- quarter inch thick mortar or plaster on noncombustible lath, plasterboard at least three-eighths of an inch thick, fire-rated wallboard at least five eighths of an inch thick, sheet metal at least No. 14 U.S. std. gage thick, solid web metal structural members, asbestos-cement board at least one-quarter of an inch thick, or equivalent rigid noncombustible material.
  
  Mineral, slag, or rockwool may be used for firestopping when compacted to a density of at least three and onehalf pounds per cubic foot into a confined space of least dimension not more than one-third its second dimension
• Shipp, Martin, Ciara Holland, David Crowder, Tom Lennon, FIRE COMPARTMENTATION in ROOF VOIDS [PDF], BRE, Bucknalls Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9XX, UK Website: www.bre.co.uk retrieved 2017/10/28, original source: https://www.bre.co.uk/filelibrary/Fire and Security/FI---Fire-compartmentation-in-roof-voids-Feb-15.pdf
• Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems, NFPA-13, National Fire Protection Association, NFPA, Website: http://www.nfpa.org/
  Abstract:
  
  1.1* Scope. A.1.1 This standard provides a range of sprinkler system approaches, design development alternatives, and component options that are all acceptable. Building owners and their designated representatives are advised to carefully evaluate proposed selections for appropriateness and preference.
  
  1.1.1 This standard shall provide the minimum requirements for the design and installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems and exposure protection sprinkler systems covered within this standard.
  
  1.1.2 This standard shall not provide requirements for the design or installation of water mist fire protection systems, which are not considered fire sprinkler systems and are addressed by NFPA 750.
  
  1.1.3* This standard is written with the assumption that the sprinkler system shall be designed to protect against a single fire originating within the building. A.1.1.3 This standard also provides guidance for the installation of systems for exterior protection and specific hazards.
  
  Where these systems are installed, they are also designed for protection of a fire from a single ignition source.

Flood Damage & Flood Zone Construction Codes

HVAC Air Conditioning, Heating, Heat Pump Codes, Mechanical Systems, Ductwork

• 2015 IRC CHAPTER 26 DUCT SYSTEMS [PDF] Section M1601 DUCT CONSTRUCTION as adopted by the state of Utah, retrieved 2019/10/03 original source: https://up.codes/viewer/utah/irc-2015/chapter/16/duct-systems#16
• A/C - HEAT PUMP CONTROLS & SWITCHES - web article, code citations & excerpts
• Building Code Requirements & Standards for HVAC Duct Sealants or Duct Leak Seals or Tapes e.g. NYS RM1601.3.1 Joints and Seams, International Mechanical Code, International Residential Code, Unifiorm Mechanical Code, NFPA 90A, NFPA 90B
• CONDENSATE DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS, California Building Code (2013) [PDF] retrieved 2017/07/17, original source: http://buildingincalifornia.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/CondensateDisposalReq.pdf
• COMPRESSOR DISCONNECT SWITCH - web article, code citations, excerpts
• CONDENSATE DRAINS, CODES - web article, cites & links to HVAC system condensate drainage disposal codes
• FURNACE CLEARANCE DISTANCES
• HEATING, VENTILATION, & AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) ENERGY CODE REQUIREMENTS, New York, retrieved 2018/03/23, original source: https://www.dos.ny.gov/dcea/pdf/Energy/RmanHVAC.pdf
• IAPMO Chapter 8 INDIRECT WASTES, UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE [PDF] retrieved 2017/07/17, original source: http://iapmo.org/UPC Report On 20Comments/2012 Uniform Plumbing Code Cycle/2010 UPC ROP/2010 UPC Preprint/Chapter 08.pdf
• International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2015 International Code Council Website: https://codes.iccsafe.org Tel: [888] 422-7233, also see PVC HVAC DUCTS - excerpts from the International Mechanical Code pertaining to HVAC duct systems.
• INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE (IMC) 2012 [PDF] retrieved 2017/11/28, original source: http://bcpad.net/Code%20Books/IMC%202012.pdf
• NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE ICC Chapter 3 GENERAL REGULATIONS [PDF] (2006) as adopted by the U.S. State of Virginia - see section on condensate disposal
• NFPA 90A Section 4.3.1 AIR DISTRIBUTION [PDF]
• PROTECTION BOLLARDS for MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT

Insulation Codes

Interiors of Buildings, Codes & Standards

• CRAWL SPACE ACCESS - web page citing & giving access to codes on crawl space accessibility
• Drywall Installation Standards & Codes
• Drywall Grid System Standards:
  • ASTM C635 Standard Specification for the Manufacture, Performance, and Testing of Metal Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings
  • ASTM C636 Standard Practice for Installation of Metal Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panels
  • ASTM C645 Standard Specification for Nonstructural Steel Framing Members
  • ASTM C754 Standard Specification for Installation of Steel Framing Members to Receive Screw-Attached Gypsum Panel Products
  • CISCA Ceiling & Interior Systems Construction Association
  • DSA PA105 Division of the State Architect (California)
  • IBC International Building Code
  • ICC ESR-1289 International Code Council Evaluation Service
  • NOA 04-0716.03 Dade/Broward County, Florida Product Approval
  • RR25348 City of Los Angeles Research Report
  • UBC 25-2 Uniform Building Code Standard (section 25.210, exception 2)
  • UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Fire Resistance Directory
  • Also see the Armstrong Corporation's article on drywall grid system installation details at armstrong.com/common/c2002/content/files/4279.pdf or contact the company at 877-ARM-STRONG
• FIRE RESISTANCE DESIGN MANUAL GA-600, The 18th edition includes fire-resistance ratings for over 370 gypsum-protected wall, ceiling, roof, column, beam, girder, and truss systems. available for purchase in hard copy form at www.gypsum.org

Manufactured Home Codes & Standards

Australian Manufactured Home Codes & Standards

• "National Construction Code (NCC) 2014 (Hard Copy & Online)" Building Code of Australia, Website: https://services.abcb.gov.au/abcbshop/
  Abstract:
  
  The NCC 2014 Hard Copy, Digital & Online contains all volumes for both commercial and residential construction as detailed below. The digital format utilises a Digital Rights Management (DRM) system which requires the use of the ABCB's NCC Viewer* to access the file.
  
  Please note that the DRM allows for the installation of the Digital format onto 2 computers/notebooks. Online archives for the included volumes extending back 5 years from the date of the current edition are also provided as part of this package, noting that the PCA archives only extend back to 2011 when it was introduced.

U.S. Manufactured Home Codes & Standards

• Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Act, U.S. HUD, Code of Federal Regulations No. 24, PARTS 0-199, 5/1/2001, can be read at http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2001-title24-vol1/content-detail.html


• MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS, PART 3280 contains 10 subparts pertaining to General (data plate and certification contents and locations), Plans (dimensions, exits, etc), Fire Safety, Body and Frame, Testing, Thermal Protection, Heating/Cooling and venting systems, Electrical, and Transportation (axles, springs, drawbar). It's about 90 pages of regulations.
  
  PART 3280—MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS [PDF] retrieved 2017/06/09, original source: https://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=a2c5655a37054c584f7dd6a0ed240fb8&node=pt24.5.3280&rgn=div5
  
  PART 3280—MANUFACTURED HOME CONSTRUCTION AND SAFETY STANDARDS [PDF] newer copy retrieved 2017/07/13 - faster-loading
  
  Part 3282 (subset of the document links just above) discusses pre-emption of state laws, among other things, and requires a new unit to be delivered with a "consumer manual" containing required information about the unit.


• MOBILE HOME CODES & STANDARDS - web article, code citations & links
• MODEL MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION STANDARDS-PART 3285 [PDF] discusses roof framing and loads and wind zone maps for vasrious roofing installation standards.
• FEMA Description of MANUFACTURED HOME CHARACTERISTICS [PDF]
• HUD 4905.1 Rev 1 CHAPTER 2 - GENERAL ACCEPTABILITY CRITERIA [PDF]
• HUD INSPECTION CHECKLIST, Housing Choice Voucher Program [PDF], US Department of Housing & Urban Development, Office of Public and Indian Housing, (2012), retrieved 2017/06/09, original source: https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/documents/huddoc?id=DOC_11775.pdf
• MOBILE HOME CODES & STANDARDS - web article listing codes fo rmobile & manufactured homes.
• MOBILE / MANUFACTURED HOME LABELS - web article
• MANUFACTURED HOUSING RULES (TEXAS), [PDF] Effective: November 23, 2014, Administrative Rules of the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs 10 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 80, retrieved 2017/06/09, original source: https://www.tdhca.state.tx.us/mh/docs/Rules-141123-160514.pdf
• PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING Chapter 1-5 [PDF], U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (1996), source: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/publications/destech/permfound.html
  
  This is the complete HUD foundation handbook in PDF format, compressed for faster downloading, no loss of data, no loss of image quality.
  
  Abstract quoted from HUD
  
  This handbook is a guide for those approving HUD-code manufactured homes on permanent foundations, including engineers, manufacturers, and site owners seeking approval. It provides current technical information, recommendations, and tables of analytical data, expanding and clarifying the definition of a permanent foundation.
  
  It updates 1989 loading requirements for snow, wind, and seismic forces.
  
  Because of the increased use of multi-section manufactured homes, the guide now includes consideration of large openings along the length of marriage walls in multi-section units.
  
  The construction recommendations assure that the home, foundation, and site are all compatible. In addition to the new technical recommendations, the guide has been expanded and reorganized for easy reference with more illustrations and clarifications.
  
  The handbook can greatly assist preparation of the worksheets needed to apply for an FHA mortgage
• PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING Chapters 6-15 [PDF]
• PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING Appendixes [PDF]
• GUIDE TO FOUNDATION AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES [PDF], (2002, initally marked "Draft not for distribution") Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, HUD USER P.O. Box 23268, Washington, DC 20026-3268 USA, Tel: 1-800-245-2691 TDD: 1-800-927-7589
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  PATH (Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing), 451 Seventh Street, SW Washington, D.C. 20410 UDA Tel: 202-708-4250 Email: pathnet@pathnet.org, PATH is managed and supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Retrieved 2017/06/07, original source: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/Publications/PDF/foundations_guide.pdf
  
  This document discusses factors to consider in manufactured home (& mobile home) foundation design, non-proprietary foundation and support systems, and proprietary foundation and support systems for mobile homes / manufactured homes.
  
  Note: The contents of this report are the view of the contractor and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development or the US government.
• Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards ACT, U.S. HUD, Code of Federal Regulations No. 24, Parts 0-199, [PDF] 5/1/2001, original source: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2001-title24-vol1/content-detail.html
• HUD-Manufactured Housing and Standards, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Website: http://portal.hud.gov, Retrieved 5/1/2014, original source: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/housing/ramh/mhs/faq, Quoting:
  
  A manufactured home (formerly known as a mobile home) is built to the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards (HUD Code) and displays a red certification label on the exterior of each transportable section. Manufactured homes are built in the controlled environment of a manufacturing plant and are transported in one or more sections on a permanent chassis.
  
  Homes built prior to June 15, 1976, even with modifications, do not meet the HUD standards and cannot be accepted as compliant with the HUD Code. As the homeowner, you may find a licensed engineer willing to inspect your home for compliance with your state's housing code.
  
  FHA does not insure mortgages on manufactured homes built prior to June 15, 1976. Most other mortgage insurance firms follow FHA's policy.
• HUD CHAPTER 9 - The BUILDING ENVELOPE [PDF] (1985)
• Safety Standards for Manufactured or Mobile Homes:
  The actual Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards begin in
  
  SUBTITLE B - REGULATIONS RELATING to HOUSING and URBAN DEVELOPMENT (Continued) [PDF] at Part 3280, in Vol.5, [That is on page 107 of the PDF - Ed.] - original source www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2001-title24-vol5/pdf/CFR-2001-title24-vol5-subtitleB.pdf. There (on start on p. 107 or use your PDF reader to search for "3280") you will find
  
  
  • Subtitle B Part 3280 Manufactured home construction and safety standards (p. 107) that includes the following sections
    • 3280 Subpart A - General
    • 3280.101 Subpart B - Planning Considerations
    • 3280.201 Subpart C - Fire Safety
    • 3280.301 Subpart D - Body and Frame Construction Requirements
    • 3280.401 Subpart E - Testing [Structural load, roof trusses, windows, sliding glass doors, egress windows, exterior passage doors, air chamber testing for formaldehyde]
    • 3280.501 Subpart F - Thermal Protection [Insulation, air leakage, heat loss, heat gain, comfort, certification
    • 3280.601 Subpart G - Plumbing Systems
    • 3280.701 Subpart H - Heating, Cooling and Fuel Burning Systems
    • 3280.801 Subpart I - Electrical Systems
    • 3280.901 Subpart J - Transportation
  • Part 3282 Manufactured home procedure and enforcement regulations (p. 197)
  • Note: see ARTICLE INDEX to MANUFACTURED & MOBILE HOMES