Government regulations that set minimum standards for how buildings must be designed and built to be safe.
A building code is a set of regulations governing the design, construction, alteration, and maintenance of buildings to protect public health, safety, and welfare. In the United States, most jurisdictions adopt versions of the International Building Code (IBC) or International Residential Code (IRC) with local amendments. Compliance with building codes is verified through the permit and inspection process.
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