Codes and Standards
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PHCC Legislative Conference Covered by the ACHR News
Matt Jachman of ACHR News wrote a piece on his time attending the 2023 PHCC Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C. Matt was able to tag along for multiple meetings on Capitol Hill between legislators and...
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PHCC Legislative Conference: Expertise on Capitol Hill
FALLS CHURCH, VA. — The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors–National Association (PHCC) welcomed PHCC members, chapter executives, and corporate partners to Washington, D.C., May 16-17, to meet with lawmakers and educate them on energy, economic, and workforce policies that are important to the industry and consumers. Before heading to Capitol Hill as industry experts, members first heard from …
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International Code Council Releases New Energy Codes and Building Performance Standards Resource
Downloadable resource provides code officials and building departments with essential background information and recommendations on greater policy coordination Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council has announced the publication of a new resource on building performance standards (BPS) and energy codes entitled Energy Codes and Building Performance Standards: Supporting Energy Use and …
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2022 International Code Council Annual Conference, Expo and Hearings to Kick Off in Louisville
Building safety professionals will discuss the 2024 I-Codes and attend networking and learning opportunities Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council will be hosting its Annual Conference, Expo and Public Comment Hearings at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, KY, from September 11 - 18, 2022. The event will welcome building safety professionals from around the …
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International Code Council and Building Talent Foundation Announce New Collaboration
The two organizations will promote careers in construction and reinforce education and training opportunities for future construction professionals Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council and the Building Talent Foundation (BTF) announced that they will be combining efforts to support and strengthen the residential construction and building safety workforce. The two organizations will …
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The 2022 Building Safety Month Celebration Begins
Week One of Building Safety Month Explores Planning for a Safe and Sustainable Tomorrow Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council is excited to announce the beginning of the 42nd annual Building Safety Month. The campaign is led by the Code Council and its members and partners every May to raise awareness about the importance of building codes and the role of building safety …
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Viega Fittings Earn Additional Navy Approval
Pressing technology approved for use on U.S. Navy surface combatants BROOMFIELD, Colo. – Viega, the first press fitting system to meet the standard for use on Navy combat ships, has won approval for additional components to be used onboard. Last year, the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) approved the use of MegaPress® CuNi press fittings in sizes ½" to 2" to be used in surface combatant …
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Federal Spending Bill Advances Multiple International Code Council Priorities
Fiscal Year 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Act provisions advance building safety, resilience and sustainability Washington, D.C. – On March 15, the President signed into law the Fiscal Year 2022 Consolidated Appropriations Act, bipartisan legislation to fund the U.S. federal government through September 30, 2022. The bill includes several measures that the International Code Council championed to …
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The International Code Council Welcomes Municity® and Winn’s Career Education to the Family of Solutions
Key assets acquired from each of these organizations will expand digital solutions to code officials and provide professional development and training to plumbing and piping professionals Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council has acquired the Municity building and code enforcement software and all the assets of Winn’s Career Education, Inc. ICC Community Development Solutions …
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International Code Council Conducts Dialogue on Existing Building Maintenance & Inspections
The event provided an opportunity for interested stakeholders to share ideas and discuss needed resources for building safety professionals in the field. Washington, D.C. – The International Code Council (ICC) hosted a virtual discussion on Existing Building Maintenance and Inspections on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. The goal of the virtual event was to bring the dialogue to a global audience and …
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