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Earthquake Engineering: Theory and Implementation, Second Edition discusses theoretical and practical sides‚ and includes illustrations and examples.

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Principal Changes to the California Mechanical Code‚ 2007 Edition presents an illustrated summary and analysis of the most important changes in the 2007 California Mechanical Code.

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Keep Decks Safe this Summer

Looking for the perfect guide on working with residential decks and balconies built with conventional framing lumber? The Manual for the Inspection of Residential Wood Decks and Balconies provides a “pick test” for detecting early surface decay‚ information on deck attachment issues‚ and a sample report of a comprehensive deck inspection that includes sample calculations‚ deck plans and drawings‚ and inspection tables.

Membership Matters
Now Is the Time to Join

Beginning January 2009‚ the Code Council will significantly change its membership structure to simplify some member categories‚ and help balance individual categories with group categories. This is the perfect time to consider Code Council membership—an investment that more than pays for itself. All levels of membership enjoy the following exclusive benefits:
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All computer-based certification examinations offered by the International Code Council will be administered through Pearson VUE effective August 1. This includes all Contractor and UST/AST examinations. Details now available.

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Code Council Creates
Sustainable Building Committee


Code Council CEO Rick Weiland (left) and Board of Directors President Steve Shapiro discuss issues during the recent meeting in Denver where Board members approved the creation of a Sustainable Building Technology Committee.

The International Code Council Board of Directors approved the creation of a Sustainable Building Technology Committee (SBTC) to support its many ongoing efforts in green‚ sustainable and safe construction. The SBTC will provide an open forum for discussion of sustainability and ensure that Code Council members and stakeholders have a key voice in the critical debate.
“I am proud that the Board continues to be proactive on green building matters and supported creating this new committee‚” said Council Board President Steve Shapiro. “From the creation of the International Energy Conservation Code‚ the most widely used energy efficiency code‚ to the continual advancement of the International Plumbing Code‚ which requires the efficient use of water‚ the Code Council has embraced and committed itself to helping communities build safe and build green.”
Read more on the SBTC.

ICC-ES Launches Green Service

The International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) is developing a program involving supplemental verification reports on the sustainable attributes of products. The ICC-ES Green Verification Program‚ developed in response to the Council’s commitment to developing and fostering sustainable design and construction activities‚ will launch in October. Get more details.

Full Court Press for CBCAG Act

George Wiggins (left), Director of Building and Code Enforcement/Legislative Affairs for the City of Winter Park‚ Florida‚ and a member of the Code Council’s Government Relations Advisory Committee, Code Council Board President Steve Shapiro (second from right) and CEO Rick Weiland (right) meet with Senator Mel Martinez (R-FL) to discuss the Community Building Code Administration Grant Act. Wiggins also met with the Senator’s staff earlier this year‚ during Building Safety Week‚ to request support for the proposed legislation.

Code Council representatives are converging on Washington‚ D.C.‚ to rally Congressional support for the Community Building Code Administrative Grant (CBCAG) Act. The legislation passed the House of Representatives on a voice vote and the Senate version of the bill is now being considered by the Committee on Banking‚ Housing‚ and Urban Affairs. When enacted and funded‚ the CBCAG Act will provide competitively evaluated federal grants‚ locally matched‚ to jurisdictions who seek to build-up their local building and fire code administration and enforcement capabilities.
ICC representatives are currently focusing their lobbying efforts on minority members of the Banking Committee to gain their support for the CBCAG Act. Meetings have been held on Capitol Hill with Senators Bob Bennett (R-UT) and Mel Martinez (R-FL)‚ and another is scheduled today with Senator Bob Corker (R-TN). Senator Richard Shelby (R-AL) is the ranking member on the Banking Committee, and Code Council stakeholders are encouraged to call or write his office urging his support of the CBCAG Act. To contact other members of the Banking Committee seeking their support for the legislation‚ click here.

The Code Council is continuing its efforts to build Congressional support for the Community Building Code Adminstration Grant Act. An ICC contingent consisting of CEO Rick Weiland (second from left)‚ Utah State Representative and Inspection Program Administrator for Salt Lake City Larry B. Wiley (left)‚ and Fire Chief Jim Rampton (right) of Utah’s South Davis Metro Fire Agency met with Senator Bob Bennett (D-Utah) in Washington‚ D.C.‚ last week to discuss the legislation. See more photos.

Lieberman Joins List of Cosponsors


	Senator Joe Lieberman

Senator Joe Lieberman (I-CT) has joined the list of Congressional supporters of the CBCAG Act. Lieberman is chair of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and serves on two subcommittees of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Lieberman and Senator Tim Johnson (D-SD) are cosponsors of the Senate’s version of the legislation that was introduced by Senator Mary Landrieu (D-LA). The House version of the bill‚ introduced by Representative Dennis Moore (D-KS)‚ had 24 cosponsors and recently passed on a voice vote.

Register Today for Conference
Special Pricing Expires August 1

The early bird discount for the Code Council’s 2008 Annual Conference and Final Action Hearings expires August 1. The Conference takes place September 14–23 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Events will include the ICC Expo‚ Education Program‚ Annual Business Meeting, Certification exams‚ and much more.

Check Your Status and Make Your Vote Count

All Governmental Members should review their membership records for the 2008 Annual Conference to ensure your representatives can obtain their voting credentials for the Annual Business Meeting and Final Action Hearings. Don’t delay. Modifications are due September 5. Check your membership.

Download the Final Action Hearing Schedule

The 2008 Final Action Hearing Schedule anticipates that the hearings will be completed no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 23‚ which may require adjustments to the daily start/end times based on hearing progress.

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Building Code Grant Passes U.S. House of Representatives

Code Council Testifies before Congress

New Standard Will Save Lives When Tornados Strike

Agreement Promotes Building Safety in Uruguay

ICC-ES Brings Innovation to the Building Code

Call for Committee Members

The Code Council is accepting applications for its 2009 Code Technology Committee (CTC) and Councils. The CTC provides a forum where pressing issues of new technology and contemporary issues surrounding the current code provisions can be comprehensively discussed. The Councils are responsible for the implementation and management of Code Council codes and standards development and related activities.
Deadline for applications is August 11.

July Focuses on Home Inspection

With the current trend in home improvement to add value to a home‚ it’s important to remember that a home’s value begins at its core with a healthy structure. For National Home Inspector Appreciation Month‚ the Code Council offers free materials for First Preventers to hand out to well-intentioned homeowners working on home-improvement projects.
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Code Question: Expert Staff Opinions
Wall Construction in the International Residential Code

Q: Are all exterior wall lines required to be braced wall lines?
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Code Update: Significant Code Changes
Automatic Sprinkler Systems

Automatic sprinkler system provisions governing Group A-2 assembly occupancies have been modified from 300 occupants to 100. View the update.

Code Spotlight: Featured Article
Greening Fire Suppression Systems

Most environmental efforts within the fire-suppression industry have involved specialized systems‚ and national and local green building initiatives have largely overlooked available opportunities related to traditional fire-suppression systems.
Discover how to reduce the environmental impact.

Summer Safety Solutions

With summer here‚ the Code Council urges inspection of outdoor areas for potential safety hazards. Proper inspections now can help keep families safe in the future. Get the latest safety tips.

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Save Up To 20 Percent on PMG Listings

Manufacturers pursuing listings under the new ICC-ES PMG Listing Program can expect to pay up to 20 percent less than services provided by other listing agencies. “We offer manufacturers quick turn-around times‚ very competitive pricing and wider recognition for our listings‚” said ICC-ES Director of Listing Programs Bernie Soesilo. The ICC-ES PMG Listing Program provides evidence for manufacturers‚ building departments and consumers that approved products meet requirements in codes and standards. Get more details.

Have Questions about Going Green?
Code Council Institute Has the Answers

The practice of Green Building is increasingly affecting building officials and building departments across the country. For those ready to acquire the technical knowledge of how the International Codes support green building and the skills necessary to work within the green building movement‚ the upcoming Green Building Safety Institute is a must-attend event.

Help Build a Green Clearinghouse

You can help educate others about green standards‚ programs and regulations through the Code Council’s Green Clearinghouse—an accessible library of information about green regulations and programs throughout the country.
Tell us what you’re doing to encourage green and sustainable construction.

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California Adopts Statewide Green Building Code
House Passes Green School Construction Bill
Congressman Perlmutter Looks to Fuel Green Building
Homeowners Call For Energy-Efficient Upgrades
Building Green and Building Codes–Your Ecological House
Does My Building Need to Be Certified Green?
Beijing Builds Key Olympic Venues into Green Building Models
Building a Greener Britain‚ Home by Home
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President Bush Expands E-Verify Program for Contractors

Building Officials Warn of Air Conditioner Scam

2008 Half-Year Natural Catastrophes Figures above Average

Builder Confidence Declines Further in July

Cold-Formed Steel Offers Cost-Competitive Solution

Amish Cases Highlight Beliefs in Code Enforcement

Greek Engineers Inspect Building Safety

BOMA International Elects 2008/2009 Officers

Symposium Offers Building Envelope Repair‚ Design Solutions

To promote the interests of the Code Council and its members in relation to federal‚ state and local governments and private-sector organizations‚ Council staff met with various agency representatives and attended many meetings.
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