Our Code Council News and Events hub is your online resource for news, information and events about our association and the overall building safety industry. For more information or to schedule an interview with one of our staff experts, contact Madison Neal at mneal@iccsafe.org or (202) 754-1173.
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News & Announcements
ICC-ES Applauds U.S.-Mexico Canada Agreement, Offers Conformity Assessment Service in All Three Countries
Manufacturers will benefit from more private sector options for product...
International Code Council and SEAOC release new seismic design manuals
The new seismic design manuals have been updated to reference the 2018 IBC and are available in both PDF and a new eBook...
International building code development/research organizations agree to cooperate on enhancing resilience through codes
Code developers and research organizations from the U.S., Australia, Canada, and New Zealand issue findings and opportunities for addressing changing risks in building...
The International Code Council and RESNET Water Rating Index Standard Approved by the American National Standards Institute
This new ANSI standard sets the technical specifications for the inspection, testing and labeling of a home’s water...
ANCR seeks community partners to join its Community Resilience Benchmarking Pilot Program
Applications open for communities to pilot new buildings and housing...
The Code Council Offers Guidance on Building Re-occupancy for Reopening Economies
Companies and building managers can access free resources at the Code Council’s Coronavirus Response...
Latest Videos
@IntlCodeCouncil
1 hour ago
The @IAEI and the @IntlCodeCouncil are collaborating on the upcoming Analysis of Changes – National Electrical Code (NEC) 2023 publication, a resource that highlights key changes to the 2023 Code as well as how to identify, understand, and apply them. https://t.co/ITBlren1uq
The @IAEI and the @IntlCodeCouncil are collaborating on the upcoming Analysis of Changes – National Electrical Code (NEC) 2023 publication, a resource that highlights key changes to the 2023 Code as well as how to identify, understand, and apply them. https://t.co/ITBlren1uq
18 hours ago
"At the Fluid House, the main challenge was to make the construction spirit exist. We took advantage of the spectacular visuals and the original layout of the house to generate a modular metal structure." #FrameStudioArchitecture https://t.co/AOspzAIy5c
"At the Fluid House, the main challenge was to make the construction spirit exist. We took advantage of the spectacular visuals and the original layout of the house to generate a modular metal structure." #FrameStudioArchitecture https://t.co/AOspzAIy5c
21 hours ago
"For better construction, you need an improved way of dealing with reality." @GlobeStcom #buildingsafety #constructionb #buildingdesign #3D https://t.co/3k09apXIBP
"For better construction, you need an improved way of dealing with reality." @GlobeStcom #buildingsafety #constructionb #buildingdesign #3D https://t.co/3k09apXIBP
1 day ago
A European startup built a 400-square-foot concrete home with a 3D printer in 5 weeks — see inside here! https://t.co/JfGFVxXBcd #architecture #design #3dmodeling #building #concretehomes https://t.co/cHgtWE0Ns6
A European startup built a 400-square-foot concrete home with a 3D printer in 5 weeks — see inside here! https://t.co/JfGFVxXBcd #architecture #design #3dmodeling #building #concretehomes https://t.co/cHgtWE0Ns6
1 day ago
"The International Code Council (ICC) and Modular Building Institute (MBI) have released two standards to promote consistency in the offsite construction regulatory process." Read more here! @VictorUSRiskMgt #offsiteconstruction #construction https://t.co/jDOXOBv0c0
"The International Code Council (ICC) and Modular Building Institute (MBI) have released two standards to promote consistency in the offsite construction regulatory process." Read more here! @VictorUSRiskMgt #offsiteconstruction #construction https://t.co/jDOXOBv0c0
1 day ago
We celebrate #InternationalWomeninEngineeringDay by honoring some of the amazing women in engineering at ICC-ES! With diverse engineering backgrounds, these women bring their unique perspectives & ideas to their important work in the building industry. #INWED22 @INWED1919 https://t.co/XtGBBERqfE
We celebrate #InternationalWomeninEngineeringDay by honoring some of the amazing women in engineering at ICC-ES! With diverse engineering backgrounds, these women bring their unique perspectives & ideas to their important work in the building industry. #INWED22 @INWED1919 https://t.co/XtGBBERqfE
1 day ago
"Today, the true luxury that we seek is through the spaces we occupy – from our homes to our workspaces." #GPMArchitectsAndPlanners #workplace #building #buildingsafety https://t.co/pMZMTcGp3u
"Today, the true luxury that we seek is through the spaces we occupy – from our homes to our workspaces." #GPMArchitectsAndPlanners #workplace #building #buildingsafety https://t.co/pMZMTcGp3u
2 days ago
On May 3, 1972, the Maine Building Officials and Inspector Association (MBOIA) was established. There are 325 members, and more than 100 of them came together again in May 2022 to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of MBOIA. https://t.co/wtA9NgzLXm #BSJ https://t.co/kZklvJvMXz
On May 3, 1972, the Maine Building Officials and Inspector Association (MBOIA) was established. There are 325 members, and more than 100 of them came together again in May 2022 to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of MBOIA. https://t.co/wtA9NgzLXm #BSJ https://t.co/kZklvJvMXz
@InternationalCodeCouncil
8 months ago
2021 Treasurer’s Report shows that the Code Council continues to grow and thrive https://bit.ly/3i5KG3D
8 months ago
The 2021 CEO Report issued by Dominic Sims at #ICCAC21 focused on the challenges, triumphs and long-term success of the Code Council. https://bit.ly/3EP2dHd
9 months ago
The ICC's 2021 Public Comment Hearings have ended. Thanks so much to all the participants who voted on hundreds of proposed code changes for the 2024 Group A Codes. See you in Spring 2022 for the Group B Committee Action Hearings! #2021codehearings
9 months ago
Kudos again to each of the Individuals & organizations honored for their contributions to safety & resiliency in the built environment during ICC's 2021 Annual Conference in Pittsburgh, PA. Read a brief profile of each of them here: https://bit.ly/3u5Icah #ICCAC21
9 months ago
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell shared some thoughts in a video message played for attendees at #ICCAC21. Criswell referenced FEMA's long and successful history of working with the nation’s codes and standards organizations, and their work with the Code Council dates back to the legacy organizations that preceded the creation of the ICC. Take a listen: https://bit.ly/3o3NvGk
