Here we examine the differences…
ASCE 7‑22 introduced Method 1 for determining the seismic base shear in the Equivalent Lateral Force (ELF) procedure, based directly on multi‑period design response spectra, while retaining the traditional method…
Affordable Housing: What Experts Say About Zoning & Permitting
Practitioners emphasized that many communities…
The United States has a shortage of between four to seven million homes, which contributes to why housing has become unaffordable for so many Americans. Two strategies to create more housing include updating local zoning regulations to be more straightforward and streamlining construction permitting processes. In December 2025, the International…
Part 2: John Belcik, CEO, International Code Council, Shares His…
After a productive year working alongside…
This January marks John Belcik’s first year as CEO of the International Code Council (ICC). After a productive year working alongside ICC members, partners, the Board of Directors and staff, the Building Safety Journal spoke with Belcik about what’s next. How do you…
Ask Me Anything: Your Questions About ICC Membership, Industry Trends and More
Steve Jones answers member-submitted questions about his career path, industry trends and more on ICC’s Member Community.
Live from the Chapter Leadership Academy at the 2026 ICC Leadership Week + Hearings in Hartford, Connecticut, our very own Steve Jones, Vice President, ICC Membership Development, joined us on ICC’s…
Global Definition for Near-Zero Emission and Resilient Buildings Issued
The International Code Council provided essential inputs including how tools like the International Codes® support achievement.
In 2023, at the UN Climate Conference known as COP28, over 25 national governments came together to call for the achievement of near-zero emission and resilient buildings (NZERBs) as the new normal by 2030. In support…
Code Corner: 2024 IPC Chapter 3: General Regulations
The Code Corner explores sections of the International Codes® each month, focusing on key elements of these essential codes. This month, we’re spotlighting the scope of Chapter 3 of the 2024 International Plumbing Code®.
The International Codes® (I-Codes®), developed by the International Code Council (ICC), are a family of fifteen coordinated, modern building safety codes that help ensure the design and construction of safe, sustainable and affordable structures. The I-Codes are…
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