Committee Action Hearing report is available.           

The online versions of documents for the 2015 Code Development Cycle are PDF files that contain three new features: highlighting and commenting using Adobe Reader, Adobe search and Bookmarks. The files are designed for quicker downloads. The code change proposal monograph and the Report of the Committee Action Hearing are available on cdpACCESS or the code development current cycle web page.

ICC, RESNET to develop joint ANSI standard.           

ICC and the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) are developing a joint ANSI standard to guide code officials on how to conduct residential air leakage, duct testing and airflow of mechanical ventilation systems. The International Energy Conservation Code requires air leakage and duct testing of homes, but does not specify test procedures. The standard will be based on a draft of BSR/RESNET/ICC 380-201x PDS-02 developed by the RESNET Standard Development Committee 300. Read more.

IAS issues 800th accreditation.           

The International Accreditation Service (IAS), an internationally recognized accreditation body and member of the ICC Family of Companies, issued its 800th accreditation on June 2. A pioneer in the accreditation profession, IAS actively develops new accreditation programs for organizations seeking to demonstrate the highest level of competence and service in their respective industries. IAS accreditation programs are based on recognized national and international standards that ensure domestic and/or global acceptance.

50,000 homes certified to green standard.           

The National Green Building Standard (ICC 700-2012) is a collaborative effort between ICC and the National Association of Home Builders. It provides green practices for new and remodeled homes, including high-rise multifamily buildings, and additions for hotels and motels. ICC 700-2012, along with the International Energy Conservation Code and International Green Construction Code provide jurisdictions and contractors with green and energy-efficient guidelines for constructing all types of structures. Read more.

Significant changes to the 2015 IFC.           

A modification to Table 1004.1.2 (Occupant Load Factors) of the 2015 International Fire Code (IFC) has been made which revises the mercantile occupant load factor and creates one factor for all floors. The change will allow all retail spaces — regardless of which floor level or what type of merchandise — to use a single factor of 60 square feet per occupant. (This information is excerpted from the Significant Changes to the 2015 International Fire Code.)

cdpACCESS usage increases substantially.           

Usage of cdpACCESS, ICC's cloud-based system for code development, increased substantially during the current Group A code development cycle. Compared to last year's Group C cycle, the total number of voters in 2015 rose 274 percent, while the total number of votes cast jumped 613 percent. More than 7,300 votes were cast in one day, an increase of 1,024 percent compared to last year's single-day totals. Proposed code change G33-15 received the most interest this year with more than 440 votes cast.

Deadlines approaching for award nominations.           

Several deadlines are approaching for ICC awards that will be presented at this year's Annual Conference in Long Beach, Calif. Nominations for the 2015 Educator of the Year award are being accepted through June 22. Nominations for the Bobby J. Fowler, Gerald H. Jones Code Official of the Year, Affiliate, Community Service, Fire Service, Raising the Profile and Policy Maker of the Year awards will be accepted through June 30. Nominations for ICC Honorary Members also will be accepted through June 30. The ICC Global Membership Council is accepting nominations for the Global Award until June 26.

Register today for ICC's Plan Review Institute.           

Don't wait to make your plans for the upcoming Plan Review Institute. One of ICC's most popular in-person trainings, the Plan Review Institute will be held August 3-7 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Make your plans early — ICC's discounted hotel room rate at the Ocean Creek Resort expires June 15.

Code & Commentary series grows.           

The 2015 Code and Commentary series continues to grow with the arrival of the IFGC, ISPSC and IPMC editions. Each valuable book contains the full text of the code, including tables and figures, followed by corresponding commentary at the end of each section. This series is written by ICC's code experts to help code users understand the intent of the codes and learn how to apply them effectively.

NOAA warns of strong and devastating storms.           

Even though its predictions call for a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season with six to 11 named storms this year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says strong and devastating storms remain a possibility. "A below-normal season doesn't mean we're off the hook," said NOAA Administrator Kathryn Sullivan. "As we've seen before, below-normal seasons can still produce catastrophic impacts to communities." Sullivan referred to the 1992 season in which only seven named storms formed, yet the first was Andrew — a Category 5 Major Hurricane that devastated South Florida.

Cosgrove retires from Government Relations division.           

Government Relations Senior Regional Manager Mel Cosgrove retired from ICC last month. Cosgrove joined the technical services division of the legacy organization Southern Building Code Congress International in 1999 after a 30-year career in the fire service with the city of Mobile, Ala. He began working in ICC's Government Relations division following the consolidation in 2003.

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