Codes & Standards

NAHB works with other organizations to develop and revise building codes and standards that affect single and multifamily housing, commercial buildings, and remodeling in the areas of structural, fire, energy, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, ventilation, and accessibility. NAHB studies proposed changes to decide whether they improve quality at a cost that's affordable to first-time homebuyers and supports those that increase value to the consumer.

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Building Codes Standards & Guidelines Successful navigation of building codes, standards and guidelines is critical to the success of every builder, remodeler, construction manager and trade partner. This course is based on the current International Residential Code (IRC) requirements and includes a section on standards. The course … 10/5/2010	Course
Building Codes Standards & Guidelines Successful navigation of building codes, standards and guidelines is critical to the success of every builder, remodeler, construction manager and trade partner. This course is based on the current International Residential Code (IRC) requirements and includes a section on standards. The course … 1/14/2010	Course
Building Codes Standards & Guidelines Successful navigation of building codes, standards and guidelines is critical to the success of every builder, remodeler, construction manager and trade partner. This course is based on the current International Residential Code (IRC) requirements and includes a section on standards. The course … 1/14/2010	Course
Building Codes Standards & Guidelines Successful navigation of building codes, standards and guidelines is critical to the success of every builder, remodeler, construction manager and trade partner. This course is based on the current International Residential Code (IRC) requirements and includes a section on standards. The course … 12/15/2009	Course
NAHB Loses First Vote on Fire Sprinkler Mandate Two NAHB proposals that would have removed requirements for fire sprinkler systems in one- and two-family homes from the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) lost the first battle last week when the Residential Building and Energy Committee voted seven to four to keep this mandate in the main … 11/2/2009	NBN Article
2,400 Code Changes Under Consideration in Baltimore Code change proposals that would have a significant impact on home building practices without providing any corresponding cost-effective benefits are among the issues to be discussed in Baltimore next week when the International Code Council holds the 2009-10 Code Development Hearings and Annual … 10/19/2009	NBN Article
Home Builders' Jobsite Codes: A Pocket Guide to the 2006 Residential Code Get the answers you need to the most frequently asked questions on the jobsite.   This convenient field guide to the International Residential Code gives you easy access to the information you need.  It serves as a quick reference for providing the codes on the most commonly needed … 2008	External Link
Codes and Standards PolicyBuilding codes and standards should assure the safety and health of building occupants using the most cost effective requirements and guidelines. A single national model building code should be maintained in a fair and open process that provides for appropriate voting representation by NAHB … 9/17/2009	Policy Summary
CC&S Department Staff Brochure Information on the NAHB Construction, Codes and Standards Department and its staff. 9/16/2009	Brochure
NAHB Reviewing 2,400 Proposed ICC Code Changes The more than 2,400 code change proposals submitted for developing the 2012 editions of the International Code Council's (ICC's) family of model building codes are now being reviewed by NAHB members and staff. While provisions on residential fire sprinklers, energy efficiency and wall bracing tend … 9/14/2009	NBN Article
Illustration: How Homes Become Green NAHB Members are using innovating technologies to make today's home's greener and more energy efficient. Take a look ! 6/24/2009	PDF
Pocket Codes: Plumbing Plumbing Pocket Codes is a field guide to the 2000 International Residential Code (IRC). Written as a quick reference for electricians, builders, superintendents, workers, and inspectors, Plumbing Pocket Codes presents the most important residential code information through informative diagrams, … 2003	External Link
International Residential Code - 2003 Brings uniformity to construction of one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to three stories high. 2003	External Link
Fall Protection Video, English-Spanish Just Released! Do more than tell your workers about fall protection—show them! Use this video to train workers—in English or Spanish—how to safely perform some of the most hazardous jobs in home building. See demonstrations of safe work practices and equipment use in ways that … 2007	External Link
National Green Building Standard™ The National Green Building standard™, recently approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). A collaborative effort between the ICC and NAHB, the Standard provides the “green” practices that can be incorporated into new homes, including high-rise multifamily … 2009	Publication
Billy the Builder Bear Builds a House Boost your builder image with this charming promotional tool. Personalize this book with your company name and donate them to schools or give them to clients and friends. This full-color book tells children all about the home building process. It goes beyond the technical aspects of building a … 1997	External Link
Scaffold Safety Video, English-Spanish Just Released!Reducing accidents and injuries related to improper scaffold use on homebuilding jobsites starts with the Scaffold Safety Video. Use this video to train workers—in English or Spanish—on how to safely build, use, and dismantle the most common types of scaffolding found in … 2008	External Link
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