ICC Pulse Podcast Episode 68: Balancing People, Process and Progress in a Building Department
Two veterans of the building safety industry from the Orange County Division of Building Safety share insights on running a department, achieving accreditation, hiring talent and leveraging new technology.

A building department is a complex, interconnected entity that constantly evolves. Striking the right balance between managing staff, adhering to procedures and meeting workload demands is essential for efficiency and…

SolarAPP+ First Automated Permitting Platform to Pass Independent ICC Audit of Code Provisions
Evaluation found SolarAPP+ accurately reflects the applicable requirements of the 2024 International Residential Code® (IRC) and International Fire Code® (IFC) and the 2023 National Electrical Code® (NEC).

The International Code Council (ICC) and the SolarAPP Foundation have shared the results from the first independent code audit – conducted by ICC technical staff – of an automated permitting…