In this episode of the…
In this episode of the ICC Pulse Podcast, we build on our previous episode, How to Participate in the Code Development Process, by diving deeper into real-world experiences from those who’ve…
Strong Homes Scale: Connecting Consumers to Building Codes
FLASH's Strong Homes Scale indicates how close a home is to meeting or exceeding the resilience features included in the International Code Council’s 2024 International Residential Code.
A 2024 behavior-focused study confirmed what most code officials already know: many homeowners do not understand the critical role that building codes play in creating a disaster-resistant home. This finding…
5 Steps to Advocate for Building Safety in Your Community
To make a difference within your community, we outlined five steps you can take to help make sure the places where we live, work, play and learn are safe.
We all play a significant role in ensuring our homes and communities are constructed and maintained to modern building safety standards. Week 2 of the International Code Council’s Building Safety Month teaches individuals…
The Periodic Table of Building Codes and Standards: Bringing Science to Building Safety
We’ve updated the Code Council Periodic Table as a quick reference to all of the Code Council’s codes, standards and guidelines.
The International Code Council is the leading global source of model codes and standards that are used to ensure safe communities and buildings worldwide. The Code Council’s system for developing…
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