Washington, D.C. – Modern, regularly updated building codes are the key to preparing for and recovering quickly from a disaster. Studies consistently show that the adoption and implementation of current building codes is one of the nation’s strongest defenses against … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – Today the U.S. Congress passed the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (DRRA) and the Supplemental Appropriations for Disaster Relief Act, 2018 as part a broader package of legislation reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration’s activities (H.R. 302). The International … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – Early-bird registration for the 2018 International Code Council Annual Conference, Code Hearings and Expo will end on Sunday, September 16. This essential industry event will be held on October 21-29 in Richmond, Va., and features expert speakers, … Continue reading →
By Paul Iorio: StormTree provides sustainable stormwater management systems that integrate trees with stormwater runoff collection and pollutant removal. Our open design systems allow for unrestricted tree root growth, promoting healthy tree growth and development. In green infrastructure applications, when … Continue reading →
The International Code Council launched a new website for the ICC Military Families Career Path Program, which helps veterans who are transitioning to civilian life and their family members learn more about building safety career options. Over the next 15 years, the … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – A new illustrated book, co-published by the International Code Council and APA – The Engineered Wood Association, provides an explanation of the lateral bracing provisions of the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC). A Guide to the 2018 … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council Board of Directors established an ad hoc committee to comprehensively explore and assess building safety and security. Building safety is an issue of upmost importance to our families and communities as we tackle … Continue reading →
To Our Valued Client: We would like to announce that as of January 1, 2018, Teupen USA, Inc. changed its company name to Teupen North America. We started this journey with Teupen Maschinenbau GmbH back when they founded Teupen USA, … Continue reading →
Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council supports U.S. Senate bill S.3037, which would establish a National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) plumbing research laboratory to advance plumbing technology and modernize the nation’s aging water infrastructure. Introduced by Senators … Continue reading →
The Code Council names Judy Zakreski Vice President of Global Services Zakreski will coordinate ICC’s global programs which facilitate the adoption of modern building codes, provide accreditation and evaluation services, and promote trade and new technologies Washington, D.C. – The … Continue reading →
