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The 2007 Building and Fire Safety Codes of New York State are now in effect. Are you up to code? Become a member of the International Code Council to receive special member pricing on essential New York State code resources. Members also receive a wide range of money-saving services to keep current on critical issues and code changes that affect on-the-job decisions. Discover the key benefits of membership and download a free 30-day trial of the 2003 International Building Code Commentary—Volume 1.
Transition to the
New Codes after 40 Years ICC Helps You Get Up to Code in NYC
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Codes Updates
To make it easier to find the most up-to-date information about the new NYC Construction Codes‚ the Department of Buildings added three new sections to its website. Learn more.
City of Lakes to
Host Annual Conference
The Code Council’s 2008 Annual Conference and Final Action Hearings take place September 14-23 at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Events will include the ICC Expo‚ Education Program‚ Annual Business Meeting and much more. Online registration now open.
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Find out how the Code Council’s Custom Training Programs can help you transition to the new NYS Construction Codes. These programs can be designed to meet your jurisdiction’s or organization’s specific needs. Tell me more.
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Plan Review
If your office/department is facing an overflow of Plan Reviews‚ the Code Council can help. Our experts provide cost-effective‚ accurate‚ prompt and technically comprehensive review of all drawings and construction documents. Tell me more.
The Code Council Board of Directors approved the Fire Safety Directors Association of Greater New York as a new Council chapter. It is the first ICC NYC Chapter. Read more.
Did You Know?
Did you know that you can find up-to-date information on drafted and finalized rules being developed by the NYC Department of Buildings to implement provisions under the new NYC Construction Codes? Visit New Codes Rules.
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New York eReport
July 2008
Volume 3‚ Number 3
IFC Approved for NYC Fire Code First Major Revision Since 1913
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg signed the bill that approves the adoption of the International Fire Code (IFC)‚ the first comprehensive overhaul of the city’s fire code in nearly 100 years. The NYC Council voted 49-0 in favor of the bill. The IFC joins the 2003 International Building‚ Mechanical‚ Plumbing and Fuel Gas Codes as the basis for the updated NYC Construction Codes that went into effect July 1. The new NYC Fire Code will be updated regularly through the Code Council’s three-year code development cycle. Continue reading here.
Based on the International Fire Code‚ New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg signs legislation updating the city’s fire code for the first time in 100 years. Attending the signing ceremony were FDNY staff and bill sponsor Councilman Miguel Martinez‚ Chairman of the Fire and Criminal Justice Committee.
NYC Codes Forms Revised
On July 1‚ all new NYC Construction Codes based on the International Code Council’s International Codes went into effect‚ with a one-year transition period for all codes (excluding the new NYC Fire Code). The NYC Department of Buildings is revising application forms and processes to support the modernization. Take a look.
Application Processing Update
The new codes require some changes be made to the information collected during application processing. Some of these changes will apply to all applications; others will apply only to applications submitted under the new codes that are filed between now, and July 1‚ 2009. To learn which forms will change‚ click here.
DOB Programs Honored NYC DOB Receives First-Ever Code Council Award
Code Council Board President Steve Shapiro (second from left) and CEO Rick Weiland (right) present the Profile Award to Assistant Commissioner of Strategic Planning and Implementation Benjamin Jones and Deputy Commissioner of Legal Affairs and Chief Code Counsel Phyllis Arnold of the NYC DOB.
The International Code Council presented the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) with the Raising the Profile Award. The award honors individuals or organizations for contributions to raising public awareness of the work accomplished by code officials to improve public safety in the built environment. The Department was recognized for its programs to improve public safety. View the news release.
NY Celebrates Building Safety
A Code Council delegation visited the New York State Capitol during 2008 Building Safety Week activities. Senator Betty Little sponsored the Senate Resolution recognizing Building Safety Week in the state. Pictured‚ from left: John Flanigan; Robert Cordell‚ President of NYSBOC Capital District; Wayne Cichon‚ Past President of Mid-Hudson NYSBOC and current Secretary of Region 6 NERC; Senator Little; Dottie Harris‚ Code Council Vice President of State & Local Government Relations‚ North; Dan Casella‚ Vice President of NYSBOC; John Palcher‚ Secretary of the NYS Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association; and Scott Copp‚ Past President of the NYSBOC.
New York State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos (fourth from right) visits with Dottie Harris‚ Code Council Vice President of State & Local Government Relations‚ North‚ during 2008 Building Safety Week activities. From left‚ John Flanigan; Robert Cordell‚ President of NYSBOC Capital District; Dan Casella‚ Vice President of NYSBOC; Dottie Harris; Dean Skelos; Scott Copp‚ Past President of the NYSBOC; John Palcher‚ Secretary of the NYS Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association; and Wayne Cichon‚ Past President of Mid-Hudson NYSBOC and current Secretary of Region 6 NERC.
Build High and Conserve Energy Code Council Input Analyzes Building Standards
By conserving‚ harvesting and reusing nature’s resources‚ high-performance buildings can incorporate sustainable features to minimize strain on the environment and local infrastructure. The High Performance Building Council completed an assessment of voluntary consensus standards and rating systems for high-performance buildings‚ how they can be used and what other standards are needed. The Code Council helped create the report which will be presented to Congress this month. It identifies and analyzes relevant draft standards and areas where standards may be needed. View the report.
How to Help Your Jurisdiction
Not sure what the Community Building Code Administration Grant (CBCAG) Act is or how it benefits you? The CBCAG Act would provide $100 million per year over five years to help local governments hire‚ train and equip First Preventers—the code officials who ensure codes are in place to save lives and protect property. Click here for a section-by-section CBCAG summary.
Send Legislators a Message of Support
Join First Preventers in signing a message in support of Congressional action on the CBCAG Act. Send your own message.
From left‚ Robert Kloepper‚ Nassau County, New York; Kit Gafaro, National Fallen Firefighters Foundation; Greg Anderson‚ Suffolk County‚ New York; Fred Santi, Nassau County‚ New York; Mark Dinneen‚ VP Congressional Relations‚ International Code Council; Raymond McGuire, Nassau County‚ New York; Ronald Barz‚ Suffolk County‚ New York; Tom Cuff‚ Vice President, Firemen’s Association of the State of New York; Joel Bearman‚ Nassau County‚ New York‚ Fire Districts Association; Craig Zitek‚ Suffolk County‚ New York‚ President Chiefs Council; Jay Egan‚ Suffolk County‚ New York; Anthony LaFerrea‚ Suffolk County‚ New York‚ Vice President Chiefs Council; Vincent Puleo‚ Suffolk County‚ New York; Robert Demoustes‚ Suffolk County‚ New York‚ Burn Center; and wife of Mike Wutz‚ President‚ Firemen’s Association of the State of New York.
Protect Your Home From Floods
As weather patterns change and the likelihood of rainstorms increases‚ NY residents should take steps to protect their homes in case of flooding. View the flooding guide.
Are You Eligible to Vote? Modifications Due September 5
Now is the time for all Governmental Members to review their membership records for the Code Council’s 2008 Annual Conference in Minneapolis. Ensure your representatives can obtain their voting credentials for the Annual Business Meeting and Final Action Hearings. Don’t delay. Check your membership. Update your membership record.
Council‚ UN Address Building Safety
When earthquakes strike‚ collapsed buildings claim the largest number of lives. The United Nations (UN) is seeking stricter codes to ensure that buildings are able to withstand earthquake shocks considering the large number of casualties due to collapses. The International Code Council recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UN International Strategy for Disaster Reduction to address building safety issues globally. Read more.
Code Council Attends ESBOF Conference. Code Council CEO Rick Weiland (left) and Board member Ron Piester (right) attended the Eastern States Building Officials Federation (ESBOF) Annual Education Conference in Sturbridge‚ Massachusetts. Weiland participated in the Chapter President’s breakfast‚ addressed the assembly‚ installed officers and met with the Chapter’s Board following the installation. The chapter presented Rick its 2008 Special Achievement Award. 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. See more photos.
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