Construction

Addresses the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas fired appliances through prescriptive and performance requirements.

Establishes minimum regulations for mechanical systems using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. The IMC was developed with broad-based principles that make possible the use of new materials, methods and design.

The 2021 IPC provides minimum regulations for plumbing facilities and provides for the acceptance of new and innovative products, materials, and systems.

This comprehensive code comprises all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements for one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories.

The “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete” (“Code”) provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural concrete buildings and, where applicable, nonbuilding structures. This Code addresses structural systems, members, and connections, including cast-in-place, precast, plain, nonprestressed, prestressed, and composite construction.

**Special Order ** The legalization in some states of recreational cannabis sales to the public began a new industry. Many building departments are struggling with how to address this influx of business and the amount of permit requests for grow facilities, extraction facilities, dispensaries and other related uses. ICC and author Steve Thomas, CBO, developed this insightful guide to help the code official understand how the codes are applied to these facilities.

The 2020 key word index also includes references for key words not listed in the back of the code book! See what everyone is raving about and pick up your copy of the 2020 key word index today!

Official copy of the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors Board laws and Rules to be used during the Plumbing, Heating, and Sprinkler Business and Law exam.

Based on the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), the National Electrical Code Handbook clarifies concepts for a better understanding of the Code. It's a powerful communication tool that helps you explain the NEC to clients and others who might not have professional electrical training.

The new National Electrical Code is revised and expanded to stay in sync with industry practices, emerging trends, and the development and introduction of technologies. The document is completely reorganized for improved ease of use and features an expanded Article 100 that consolidates all the code's defined terms in one place to help you quickly locate critical NEC content. Whether you are working with Class 4 fault-managed circuits or electrical systems operating over 1000 volts ac/1500 volts dc, you need the 2023 edition of the NEC to help you stay compliant.

**Special Order** NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code provides industry-accepted guidance for the safe installation and operation of fuel gas piping systems, appliances, equipment, and accessories. The 2018 edition includes updates based on recognized risks, recent research, and the techniques, materials, developments, and construction practices in use today.

In addition to updating rules for in-building fire emergency voice/alarm communication systems, a new Emergency Communications System chapter addresses in-building and wide-area MNSs.

The 2018 North Carolina State Building Code is a fully integrated code based on the 2015 International Building Code.