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RESNET Collaborates with ICC to Help Home Builders Transition to the 2015 IECC The Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) announced its collaboration with the International Code Council in an effort to help home builders transition to the new 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). In the upcoming version of the residential building code, RESNET's HERS Index will be an optional compliance path—some people are saying that this compliance path represents the most significant change coming to 2015 IECC. Building codes often offer two paths to compliance: prescriptive and performance. The prescriptive pathrequires the builder to follow the code 100% by the book. The performance path allows the builder more flexibility as long as he/she can prove the "projected annual energy usage" of the home is equal to or less than a home built to code. Many builders are already using HERS ratings as a way to meet current codes. RESNET has 17 national home builder partners and close to 300 regional/state partners. |
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Popular Guides Highlight Significant Changes in the 2015 I-Codes First published in 2006, the Significant Changes to the International Codes series has proven to be one of the most useful tools available for code adoption and application based on newest International Codes (I-Codes). Consisting of four volumes, these color publications contain revised code text, a summary of each change listed, change analysis and a photo or graphic to clarify real-world application. Authored by ICC technical experts, these new editions discuss critical changes and offer invaluable insight for all construction professionals preparing to use the 2015 I-Codes. |
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ICC Releases Updated CalDAG Newly updated, CalDAG 2013: An Interpretative Manual and Checklist, will help California code users understand new accessibility provisions for public accommodations, commercial facilities and public housing. CalDAG is the only book available combining and cross-referencing the 2013 California Building Code (CBC) regulations with federal 2010 ADA/ADAAG requirements. It features more than 250 illustrations and valuable flowcharts breaking down compliance procedures, and uses an easy-to-follow checklist format perfect for survey, inspection or design. This is a valuable reference for anyone working with the CBC and ADA/ADAAG. |
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New ICC Publication Adds a Personal Touch to Building Inspection Inspector Skills, a new publication from the International Code Council, is the first book ever to address the non-technical soft skills necessary for the people-related aspects of inspection for code compliance. When coupled with a solid technical knowledge of codes and construction practices, effective soft skills enhance an inspector's ability to interact with the public and contractors to successfully carry out job duties. The new guide is ideal for both veteran and new inspectors in any construction discipline. |
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Affected Communities Have 72 Hours to Assess the Damage from a Disaster After a natural disaster, everyone needs to be prepared to help a community recover. Building departments can't do it alone; engineers, architects, emergency management and community emergency response teams should all be ready to help their community in the event of a disaster. Are you ready if called upon to help? |
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Keep Your Inspection Knowledge Current Residential Inspection Institute | Chicago, Ill. | September 15-19 |
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Upcoming CALGreen Training Opportunities Sign up for two free CALGreen webinars on July 21 and July 24, which will provide brief overviews of non-residential provisions and commissioning (CALGreen and California Energy Code), respectively. For more in-depth information on the fundamentals of the 2013 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) and the commissioning requirements in CALGreen and the 2013 California Building Code, register for the Overview of 2013 Cal Green & Commissioning Requirements seminar on August 4 in Mission Viejo. |
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