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View the Code Development Hearings Live

More than 730 delegates are registered for the Code Council's 2012 Code Development Hearings that are underway in Dallas. Code Council Voting Members are considering more than 1,600 Group A proposed changes to the International Building, Fuel Gas, Mechanical, Plumbing and Private Sewage Disposal Codes. The Hearings Schedule for Group A is available online.

Couldn't make it to Dallas? The Code Development Hearings are being streamed live on the ICC website. Results of the hearings are being updated daily.

Also, if you missed Sunday morning's presentation on cdp ACCESS, you can find it by clicking here.

N.Y. State Senator Earns Code
Council Raising the Profile Award

New York State Senator Betty Little is the 2012 recipient of the International Code Council's Raising the Profile Award. She was nominated by the New York State Building Officials Conference, an ICC Chapter, for her support of code officials. The award recognizes an individual or organization for acts or contributions that raise public awareness of accomplishments by code personnel that improve public safety in the built environment.

ICC Honors Elected Officials for Building Safe Communities

An Illinois Congresswoman, an Idaho State Senator and the Mayor of Cheyenne, Wyo., are the 2012 recipients of Elected Official of the Year Awards conferred by the Code Council. U.S. Representative Judy Biggert, State Senator Dean L. Cameron and Mayor Richard L. Kaysen will be recognized for their commitments and contributions to building safety at ICC Headquarters in Washington, D.C., during May, which is Building Safety Month.

Ron Lynn Receives Brown
Standards Leadership Award

"Standards Increase Efficiency" is the 2012 theme for the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day, administered by the International Code Council. One of the highlights of World Standards Day is the 2012 Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award. The 2012 recipient is Ronald Lynn, Director and Building Official for the Clark County (Nev.) Department of Development Services and Past President of the ICC Board of Directors.

ISPSC Is First Comprehensive Code
to Upgrade Pool and Spa Safety

The International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), developed by the Code Council with support from the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals (APSP), is a game-changer in the code arena by setting minimum regulations for public and residential pools, spas and hot tubs using prescriptive and performance-related provisions. View a video presentation on the new code. Pictured is ICC CEO Richard P. Weiland (right) and APSP CEO Bill Weber.

FEMA Recognizes Florida for Strengthening Building Code

Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Bryan Koon (right) met with FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate to discuss FDEM's initiative to incorporate flood damage-resistant provisions from the International Codes into the new Florida Building Code, which took effect in March. A FEMA Mitigation Planning Grant was secured to develop the proposed flood provisions and submit them to the Florida Building Commission.
 
  Disaster Response Network Set to Support Storm-Damaged Communities
The Code Council extends its support to communities affected by severe weather, including the more than 100 tornadoes in the Plains region recently. Jurisdictions in need of assistance can access the Disaster Response Network, a database of volunteers available to assist with building damage assessment, inspections and other code-related functions. Jurisdictions also can call the Disaster Support Hotline at 888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233), ext. 5222. More information is available on the front page of the ICC website. Click on the "Disaster Network" tab in the "ICC Important Information" section.
  Report: Indiana State Fair Stage Met Criteria of Class 1 Temporary Structure
An independent assessment of the August 13, 2011, Indiana State Fair Collapse Incident in which seven people were killed and more than 40 injured has found that sections of the International Building and Fire Codes pertaining to temporary structures were exempted at the time of the state of Indiana's adoption of the 2008 IBC and IFC. The independent study, commissioned by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels and conducted by a Witt Associates team consisting of subject matter experts in code enforcement, emergency management, law enforcement, outdoor venue public safety, emergency medical services and meteorology, also found, however, that the collapsed stage met the criteria of a "Class 1 Temporary Structure" even though it was exempt from most aspects of building inspection in the state. Click to continue.
  Customer Call Center Seeking Input from Members and Stakeholders
As part of its constant focus on customer service, the Code Council has reintroduced its Customer Call Center. Knowledgeable staff members are available to answer your questions or quickly direct you to persons who can. ICC Members and customers can reach the Call Center by dialing 1-888-ICC-SAFE (422-7233) ext. 0. If you have already taken advantage of this service, please send us your feedback.
  Wood-Framed Shear Wall Construction Guide Wins Industry Award
The second edition of the Code Council's Wood-Framed Shear Wall Construction: An Illustrated Guide has won an Award of Merit in the 2012 SEAONC Excellence in Engineering Awards program. Written by Thor Matteson, S.E., the guide gives carpenters, builders, engineers and inspectors understanding of one of the most important structural components in today's framed buildings: the wood-framed shear wall. Chapters examine how shear walls work, basic construction methods, and earthquake retrofits for cripple walls and raised floors. For added convenience, the second edition references relevant provisions in the 2009 International Building and Residential Codes and supporting national standards.
  Renowned Wind-Resistance Expert Remembered by Peers
One of the world's foremost experts of wind effects and wind-resistant design, Charles O. Everly passed away April 8. With a degree in architectural engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute, Everly received many awards and served on many professional boards of directors, including the Council of American Building officials and the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc., where he rose to the position of President.
  COCOA Chapter, ICC Staff Mourn Death of Captain Nicholas Rozanski
It is with deep sadness that we share this tragic news that has fallen upon a member of ICC and the Central Ohio Code Officials Association (COCOA). Jan Rozanski, Inspector with the City of Dublin, Ohio, lost his son Captain Nicholas J. Rozanski on April 4 while serving his country in Afghanistan. COCOA members and staff from the Ohio ICC office were among hundreds of family and friends who attended the visitation on April 17 at St. Joan of Arc Church in Powell, Ohio. On behalf of its membership, COCOA will be making a donation to the Nick Rozanski Memorial Fund. You can read more about Captain Rozanski by visiting his obituary in the Columbus Dispatch.
  Consensus Builder Remembered—Iowa's Stuart Crine Shined As a Leader
A man does well if he makes his mark emphatically and successfully in one area. He would be considered outstanding if he did it in two. The amazing – and sad – thing is that William Stuart "Stu" Crine accomplished all that all by age 51, leaving a strong legacy of sound building codes and fire safety in both Tennessee and Iowa. Click to continue.
  Building Inspector's Death under Investigation in Palo Alto, California
The death of a building inspector who fell down an elevator shaft in a Palo Alto, Calif., home in December 2011 is under investigation, the Palo Alto Weekly reported. Gary Collins, 43, was critically injured after he fell down an elevator shaft at a home under construction, according to officials of several agencies. Collins, an employee of 4Leaf, Inc., a Pleasanton construction-management and engineering corporation, was inspecting construction at the home when the accident occurred, city of Palo Alto Chief Building Official Larry Perlin confirmed.
  Proposed Code Changes for Group A Hearings Posted Online
ICC Hearings First Step to Develop 2015 Codes
View the 2012 Group A Code Development Hearing Schedule
Call for Proposals for ICC/ANSI A117.1-09 Until July 2
Draft of Tall Buildings Guideline Available for Public Comment Until June 8
Sr. Mechanical Engineer/Project Manager | Seattle, Washington
Building Inspector | Garden City, Kansas
Plans Examiner | Centennial, Colorado
Sr. Building Inspector/Code Enforcement Officer | Cotati, California
Building Inspector | Sarasota, Florida
Green Construction Scales New Heights with "Vertical Forests"
Green Construction Jobs Account for 2.4 Percent of 2010 Employment

Maryland Green Building Council to Review New Codes
Construction Companies Not Yet Ready to Eat Their Greens

U.S. Army Changes Green Building Policies
Code Strategies for Mixed Occupancy Buildings
Sprinklered Buildings Use Less Water during a Fire
Expert: Building Design Changes Can Encourage Good Health
Natural Disaster Housing Research Project Results Announced

EPA Issues Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Sites
  Police Arrest Man for Threatening Warren Building Official
As Wichita Rebuilds, County Considers Waiving Permit Fees
Alabama Energy and Residential Code Based on IRC, IECC
  Code Update in Gurnee, Ill., Could Mandate Fire Sprinklers in New Homes
  Building Codes Will Bring Regulations to Rural Alabama Areas
  Architecture: The New English Major
Feds Say They Are Ready for Wildfire Season
Development and Construction Contracts: What You Need to Know

Facilities Management & BIM?

Hi-Tech Glass Helps Sustainable Landscapes Building Achieve Notoriety
 
  Support MAHO in Their Fight to Make the Code Profession Safer
Members of the Michigan Association of Housing Officials (MAHO), an ICC Chapter, are advocating for inspectors statewide and nationally by putting together a case to present to the Michigan state legislature to make penalties for attacks on code officials as stringent as it is for other local officials like firefighters and police officers. Click to continue.
  ICC Board Approves 348th Chapter of ICC
The Illinois Mechanical Inspectors Association (IMIA) was granted chapter status by the ICC Board of Directors on February 24 and became the 348th Chapter of ICC. The IMIA, became incorporated in 2008 and has 29 members from around the state.
ICC Attends PMPV Plumbers Apprenticeship Competition
Renee Snodgrass Named First Female President of OBOA
Click here for more ICC Chapter News
  Government Relations Highlights — March
The Government Relations Department hasn't slowed down a bit in 2012, with two new code adoptions in Alabama, some new inroads for the IWUI Code, clarification to EPA rules, and some good news in the construction jobs sector. Click here for highlights.
  Special Opportunity for ICC's Plumbing, Mechanical and Fuel Gas Members
Not able to attend the ICC PMG Membership Council meeting on April 29 in Dallas this year? We have been provided with a special, one-time opportunity to webcast the PMG Membership Council meeting from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. CT. You will be able to view the entire meeting from your computer and email your questions or comments to the moderator. We welcome all ICC Members to join us. Non-members are also invited join us for this special glimpse into the Council and we hope you will see the value of ICC Membership and join us in the future. Archives of this presentation as well as others in Dallas, including an update on the cdp ACCESS initiative, will be available on the ICC website.
  Pestan North America Receives ICC-ES PMG Listing to 2012 Codes
ICC-ES has issued another ICC-ES PMG Listing to the most recent codes. Pestan North America recently received PMG-1106 for their Pestan Polypropylene Pipe and Fitting System. This system is listed under CSI Section 23 21 13---Hydronic Piping and is compliant with the 2012, 2009 and 2006 International Residential and Mechanical Codes, the 2010 National Plumbing Code of Canada, and other industry codes and standards.
ICC-ES Issues PMG Listing No. 1116 to STP-FloPlast Compression Fittings
Earn CEUs—Attend the Free ICC-ES Webinar: Approving Innovative Building Products
  California Building Officials Celebrate 50th Anniversary
The California Building Officials (CALBO) celebrated its 50th anniversary at its Annual Business Meeting in Universal City, California. In recognition of its golden jubilee, IAS President Chuck Ramani presented CALBO President Rick Renfro with a plaque congratulating a long history of protecting the lives and properties of the citizens of California. IAS Quality Manager Preet Bassi delivered a training presentation during the general session on how building departments can use the IAS accreditation programs to approve companies to work in their jurisdiction based on the requirements in the International Building Code.
Fabricator Accreditation Presentations Available to ICC Chapters
  Building Safety Month Happenings
Individuals and ICC Chapters all across the United States and around the world are working to make 2012 the best Building Safety Month yet. The proclamation count has increased with Arkansas and Washington obtaining official Gubernatorial Proclamations. Thank you to Governors Mike Beebe (Ark.) and Christine Gregoire (Wash.) for recognizing May 2012 as Building Safety Month in their respective states.
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