Submit public comments for the Group B I-Codes.

The public comment period for the Group B International Codes is open through cdpACCESS. Instructions for submitting public comments are available here. The public comment period closes at 11:59 p.m. Pacific on July 22. The Report of the Committee Action Hearings for the 2016 Group B hearings in Louisville, Ky., is now available for download. In addition to the details of the committee actions for each code change proposal, the report includes the results of the Online Assembly Motion Vote on 72 floor motions offered at the hearings.

Your chance to comment on IBC Section 718.2.

A proposed committee interpretation to Section 718.2 of the 2012 International Building Code (IBC) is available online for ICC Membership review and comment through July 8. Committee Interpretations are processed in accordance with ICC Policy CP # 11. Due to the extensive time requirement for processing Committee Interpretations, they are not intended to resolve code issues that are time sensitive. Go to http://www.iccsafe.org/technical-opinions/ and scroll down to get started.

ICC Government Relations Senior Vice President Sara Yerkes (right) moderated the briefing on the revised OMB A-119 circular and ICC Federal and External Relations Vice President David Karmol spoke on the current governmental use of standards system, and the benefits it delivers for taxpayers, the U.S. economy and Federal programs.

ICC updates High Performance Building Week attendees on revised OMB A-119 circular.

The International Code Council joined the High Performance Building Coalition June 13-17 on Capitol Hill for High Performance Building Week 2016 to highlight the challenges and expand awareness of green buildings. On June 14, ICC hosted a briefing on the revised Office of Management and Budget (OMB) A-119 circular where ICC Government Relations Senior Vice President Sara Yerkes moderated and Federal and External Relations Vice President David Karmol described the current governmental use of standards system, and the benefits it delivers for taxpayers, the U.S. economy and Federal programs.

Code Essentials of the 2015 IRC.

The 2015 International Residential Code (IRC) does not specifically address tornadoes, whose winds may exceed 250 mph, far in excess of design wind speeds. The intent of the code is to provide minimum standards of construction, including those to resist the effects of natural hazards. Buildings constructed in conformance with the code have demonstrated effectiveness in limiting damage due to high winds.

(excerpted from the Residential Code Essentials Based on the 2015 IRC.)

ICC continues its support of safer living for people with disabilities.

ICC senior staff architects Kimberly Paarlberg and Jay Woodward will be among the more than 70 presenters sharing knowledge and best practices at the annual National ADA Symposium June 19-22 in Denver, Colo. ICC is demonstrating its commitment to Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant construction as both an ADA Symposium Sponsor and exhibitor.

Join your colleagues in Kansas City this fall.

Registration is now open for ICC's 2016 Annual Conference and Group B Public Comment Hearings, Oct. 16-25, in Kansas City, Mo. Enjoy tours, special events, in-depth educational sessions and keynote speakers, and maximize every opportunity to network with peers and industry experts at our luncheons and new Building Safety & Design Expo. Join your colleagues from across the county to help finalize code changes to the 2018 Group B International Codes. Early-bird registration rates are available.

Deadline draws near for ICC awards nominations.

Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized for their exemplary dedication to the construction profession? Nominations are still being accepted for ICC Awards and Honorary Members — until July 1 — for individuals and organizations that have consistently demonstrated their accomplishments and service to ICC and the building safety industry.

View more information on the Chapter/Regions Awards Program.

Apply now for a Code of Honor scholarship.

If you are an ICC Governmental Member Voting Representative, don't miss your chance to apply for a Code of Honor scholarship to support your attendance at ICC's Public Comment Hearings, October 19-25, in Kansas City, Mo. The application period is open May 23–August 5.

Stretch your dollars — buy before June 30.

Effective July 1, there will be a new price schedule for select products. This early notification will allow you to take advantage of current pricing on some popular items such as the 2015 and 2012 International Codes, combos and commentaries.

ICC Preferred Provider Program reaches a milestone.

The ICC Preferred Provider Program (PPP) reached a milestone of 300 providers in its network in May — during ICC's Building Safety Month. This is a major accomplishment for all of those who have partnered in this innovative program to further the goals of education in the built environment.

Be prepared for when the unthinkable happens.

If a natural disaster strikes your community, you may be called upon to conduct inspections, execute site mobilization procedures and assess damage for financial assistance. As both hurricane and wildfire seasons get underway and tornado season hits its stride — are you ready? Be prepared for when the unthinkable happens by attending ICC's When Disaster Strikes Institute, July 18-19 in Virginia Beach, Va.

Time is running out to apply for ICC's Professional Development Council.

Interested in having a say in the governance of the ICC National Certification exams and/or the ICC Education program? Now is the time to apply for ICC's Professional Development Council. Comprised of the Certification Committee and the Education Committee, the Professional Development Council currently has four open positions. The closing date for applications is tomorrow, June 17.

Former SBCCI Board President Sasser passes.

Myron J. Sasser, who had a prestigious career as the Director of Buildings and Inspections for the city of Birmingham, Ala., for more than 30 years, passed away recently. Sasser served as chairman of the Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI) Standards Committee and was instrumental in the orchestration, development and implementation of the foundational standard building codes utilized in the southern states.

What we're reading, following and covering.

There's a lot happening — domestically and globally — in building safety, fire prevention, sustainability and resiliency right now. Our aim is to provide busy professionals like you with a weekly run-down of the most compelling industry news stories concerning the safety, science and performance of the built environment. We do the reading for you and break down the latest news and information into an easy-to-digest format with fresh insight.

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