2018 I-Codes Adoption Kit

Adoption
Contact: Gary Ehrlich
[email protected]
Director, Construction Codes & Standards
(202) 266-8545

Jurisdictions at the state or local level periodically update the building code requirements. During the code adoption process, there are typically questions related to the new changes and cost impacts of the code edition being considered for adoption. This kit addresses these concerns for adoption of the 2018 I-Codes and provides NAHB-suggested amendments that take into account concerns from builders, including cost-effectiveness and payback for home buyers.

The 2018 I-Codes Adoption Kit consists of three parts: 
  • Significant changes that were made in the 2018 I-Codes from the 2015 editions: One section for single-family construction and another for multifamily.
  • Cost impact of adopting the 2018 IRC to the 2015 edition.
  • NAHB-suggested amendments to improve the codes’ practicality and cost effectiveness.