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ICC's method for updating building codes is revised to ‘foster more in-depth vetting’

2023-03-02T11:25:00-05:00

The International Code Council is to revise its building code development process with changes taking effect in 2024. The new process for reviewing code change proposals will see a three-year rolling cycle encompassing Committee Action Hearings and a joint Public Comment Hearings / Online Governmental Consensus Vote session, with the 2027 I-Codes to be the first edition produced using the pathway.

In the new timeline, Year One will host two Committee Action Hearings for Group A Codes, while Year Two will host two Committee Action Hearings for Group B Codes. In Year Three, joint Public Comment Hearings and an Online Governmental Consensus Vote will be held for both Group A and B Codes.

ICC believes that the addition of the second Committee Actions Hearings in the first two years will allow for a more thorough vetting of code change proposals while allowing proponents more opportunities to build consensus for...

Here are 3 ways architectural design professionals can get better at detailing

2020-01-16T12:05:00-05:00

Drawing details is one of the foundational skills of an architect and the levels of mastery are seemingly endless. How does one communicate complex assemblies in two-dimensions? This is the constant question of the architect. Early on, it may feel unclear how to tap into this higher level of thinking, to move on from merely picking up redlines, drawing floor plans, elevations, and sections. Taking initiative is essential to one's professional development, and it's the same with this. Here are 3 ways that a design professional can grow in understanding details:

1. Understand existing drawing sets

It's one thing to be able to navigate a set of drawings, but it's an entirely different thing to truly understand its contents. When starting out, young professionals typically spend a lot of time interacting with already completed or semi-completed sets of drawings. It could be picking up red lines, modifying layouts, or organizing sheets, whatever it is, capitalize on the opportunity and p...